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{{otheruses|the 55-ton BattleMech|other uses|Wolverine (disambiguation)}}
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{{otheruses|the [[BattleMech]]|other uses|Wolverine (disambiguation)}}
 
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[[Asuncion Industries]]
 
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[[Bordello Military Goods, Inc.]]<ref name=OB:Pp31>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31: "Bordello Military Goods, Inc."</ref>
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[[Bordello Military Goods, Inc.]]<ref name=OB:Pp31>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 31, "Bordello Military Goods, Inc."</ref>
 
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[[Diplass BattleMechs]]<ref name="FR2765:Pp11">''Field Report 2765: Periphery'', p. 11: "Infrastructural Integrity"</ref>
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[[Free Worlds Defense Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp106f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 106–107: "WVR-6R Wolverine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->
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[[Free Worlds Defense Industries]] (6R)<ref name=TRSWp106f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 106–107: "WVR-6R Wolverine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->
 
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[[Kallon Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp106f /><ref name=TRCIp132f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 132–133: "WVR-8K Wolverine"</ref> <!-- 8K entry reprinted from TRO:PP -->
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[[Kallon Industries]] (6R, 8D, 9D)<ref name=TRSWp106f /><ref name=TRCIp132f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 132–133: "WVR-8K Wolverine"</ref> <!-- 8K entry reprinted from TRO:PP -->
 
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[[Pesht Motors]]<ref>''Objectives: Draconis Combine,'', p. 13</ref>  
 
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[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name="FR2765:Pp11">''Field Report 2765: Periphery'', p. 11: "Infrastructural Integrity"</ref>
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[[Victory Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp106f /><ref name=TRCIp132f />
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[[Victory Industries]] (6R, 8C, 8K refit)<ref name=TRSWp106f /><ref name=TRCIp132f />
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Wolverine''''' was developed as a fast strike [[BattleMech]], one which could take part in missions requiring speed and firepower but too hazardous for lighter recon 'Mechs.  Although meeting all the requirements for just such a machine, the ''Wolverine'' has since become known for its versatility and is considered a jack of all trades throughout the [[Inner Sphere]].  With the same electronics package as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'' and mobility that allows it to keep up with most medium 'Mechs, the ''Wolverine'' is often used for command purposes when working with medium units, in spite of the terrible visibility and cramped cockpit due to the placement of the head-mounted weaponry.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 70</ref><ref name=HOK>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', pp. 167–168</ref><ref name=CMK-98>''Combat Manual: Kurita'', p. 96: "Technical Readout - WVR-6R ''Wolverine''"</ref>
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The '''''Wolverine''''' was developed as a fast strike [[BattleMech]], one which could take part in missions requiring speed and firepower but too hazardous for lighter recon 'Mechs.  Although meeting all the requirements for just such a machine, the ''Wolverine'' has since become known for its versatility and is considered a jack of all trades throughout the [[Inner Sphere]].  With the same electronics package as the ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'' and mobility that allows it to keep up with most medium 'Mechs, the ''Wolverine'' is often used for command purposes when working with medium units, in spite of the terrible visibility and cramped cockpit due to the placement of the head-mounted weaponry.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 70</ref><ref name=HOK>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', pp.167-168</ref><ref name=CMK-98>''Combat Manual: Kurita'', p. 96 "Technical Readout - WVR-6R ''Wolverine''"</ref>
  
During the [[BattleTech eras|Age of War]], the early history of the ''Wolverine'' was born as a direct result of the [[Federated Suns]]' need for a front-line unit that could keep up with a forward advance and outmaneuver enemy BattleMechs. At the time, while they fielded their own versions of the ''[[Mackie]]'' and ''[[BattleAxe]]'' - they were too massive, slow, and lacked maneuverability. When the [[Terran Hegemony]] debuted their ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' and ''[[Griffin]]'' - the Davions suddenly had their answer in which they could model a design that fit their requirements for an ideal cavalry 'Mech. Fierce competition followed suit by companies within [[Richard Varnay|Richard Varnay's]] [[Capellan March]] with [[Norse BattleMech Works]] ultimately winning a contract with the [[Federated Peacekeeping Forces]]. The designers, led by Supervising Engineer [[Russell Bell]], while using the aforementioned inspirations opted for maneuverability, followed by a balanced weapons loadout with both offensive reach and close-in firepower without taxing heat exchange systems. Initially this was accomplished with the inclusion of a prototype Autocannon and medium-class laser, but Norse BattleMech Works felt this made the design too lightly armed compared to the competitors it was influenced by. The design team then made arrangements to allow the initial prototype to mount a [[PPC]] and additional heat sinks in place of the Autocannon, but the first PPC they were able to secure was completely unsuitable for the test frame, due to significant overheating and EM interference making for a wholly inaccurate weapon.<ref name=XTROPv5>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 5'', p. 6: "WVR-1R ''Wolverine'' 'Mech Profile"</ref>
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During the [[BattleTech eras|Age of War]], the early history of the ''Wolverine'' was born as a direct result of the [[Federated Suns]]' need for a front-line unit that could keep up with a forward advance and outmaneuver enemy BattleMechs. At the time, while they fielded their own versions of the ''[[Mackie]]'' and ''[[BattleAxe]]'' - they were too massive, slow, and lacked maneuverability. When the [[Terran Hegemony]] debuted their ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' and ''[[Griffin]]'' - the Davions suddenly had their answer in which they could model a design that fit their requirements for an ideal cavalry 'Mech. Fierce competition followed suit by companies within [[Richard Varnay|Richard Varnay's]] [[Capellan March]] with [[Norse BattleMech Works]] ultimately winning a contract with the [[AFFS]]. The designers, led by Supervising Engineer [[Russell Bell]], while using the aforementioned inspirations opted for maneuverability, followed by a balanced weapons loadout with both offensive reach and close-in firepower without taxing heat exchange systems. Initially this was accomplished with the inclusion of a prototype Autocannon and medium-class laser, but Norse BattleMech Works felt this made the design too lightly armed compared to the competitors it was influenced by. The design team then made arrangements to allow the initial prototype to mount a [[PPC]] and additional heat sinks in place of the Autocannon, but the first PPC they were able to secure was completely unsuitable for the test frame, due to significant overheating and EM interference making for a wholly inaccurate weapon.<ref name=XTROPv5>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 5'', p. 6 "WVR-1R ''Wolverine'' 'Mech Profile"</ref>
  
This initial failure did not go unnoticed by the FPF High Command and they urged the company to stick with the initial proposed design. Instead of rushing to create and test alternative weapon loadouts, the Norse engineers opted instead to stick with the original prototype for the ''Wolverine'' while electing for heavier levels of armor protection. Most of the armor was focused on the legs and arms, while extra plating was specially placed around the main joints to protect from shrapnel and debris. The end result was a 'Mech that was more stable, cooler running, and could endure severe punishment while outjumping ''Shadow Hawk''s and ''Griffin''s. Prince Varnay himself would receive the very first 4 production-grade WVR-1R ''Wolverine''s in [[2471]]. It would go on to become the standard AFFS BattleMech for centuries, ironically serving as a template for the Hegemony's upgrades of the 'Mechs it was based on to in turn match the ''Wolverine''. To counter this, Norse BattleMechs introduced yet another more influential variant in [[2490]] known as the WVR-3R and would not be fully upgraded to modern standards for another 85 years.<ref name=XTROPv5/>
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This initial failure did not go unnoticed by the AFFS High Command and they urged the company to stick with the initial proposed design. Instead of rushing to create and test alternative weapon loadouts, the Norse engineers opted instead to stick with the original prototype for the ''Wolverine'' while electing for heavier levels of armor protection. Most of the armor was focused on the legs and arms, while extra plating was specially placed around the main joints to protect from shrapnel and debris. The end result was a 'Mech that was more stable, cooler running, and could endure severe punishment while outjumping ''Shadow Hawk''s and ''Griffin''s. Prince Varnay himself would receive the very first 4 production-grade WVR-1R ''Wolverine''s in [[2471]]. It would go on to become the standard AFFS BattleMech for centuries, ironically serving as a template for the Hegemony's upgrades of the 'Mechs it was based on to in turn match the ''Wolverine''. To counter this, Norse BattleMechs introduced yet another more influential variant in [[2490]] known as the WVR-3R and would not be fully upgraded to modern standards for another 85 years.<ref name=XTROPv5/>
  
Purchasing the primary production rights to the design from Norse,<ref name=XTROPv5/> Kallon Industries introduced the definitive WVR-6R ''Wolverine'' in [[2575]] for the newly-formed [[Star League Defense Force]] in the lead-up to the [[Reunification War]], where it served with distinction.  Afterwards it was approved for use by the [[Great Houses]] and became quite common on the battlefields of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] after the fall of the [[Star League]].  Besides being produced by Kallon's factories on [[Nanking]] and [[Thermopolis]], Free Worlds Defense Industries and Victory Industries later acquired the right to build ''Wolverine''s from their plants on [[Gibson]] and [[Marduk]] respectively.  The [[Free Worlds League]] was thus the largest user of ''Wolverine''s followed thereafter by the Federated Sun-turned-[[Federated Commonwealth]].<ref name=TRO3039/>  The [[Fourth Succession War]] brought about minor changes when the House Davion captured Nanking from the [[Capellan Confederation]] but lost Marduk to the [[Draconis Combine]].  In the end the exchange was a net gain for Federated Suns thanks to the larger Nanking factory with the Confederation the clear loser.  Houses Davion, Marik and Kurita all introduced new variants of the ''Wolverine'' which exploited the recent recovery of [[lostech]] just prior to the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 138–139</ref>
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Purchasing the primary production rights to the design from Norse,<ref name=XTROPv5/> Kallon Industries introduced the definitive WVR-6R ''Wolverine'' in [[2575]] for the newly-formed [[Star League Defense Force]] in the lead-up to the [[Reunification War]], where it served with distinction.  Afterwards it was approved for use by the [[Great Houses]] and became quite common on the battlefields of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] after the fall of the [[Star League]].  Besides being produced by Kallon's factories on [[Nanking]] and [[Thermopolis]], Free Worlds Defense Industries and Victory Industries later acquired the right to build ''Wolverine''s from their plants on [[Gibson]] and [[Marduk]] respectively.  The [[Free Worlds League]] was thus the largest user of ''Wolverine''s followed thereafter by the Federated Sun-turned-[[Federated Commonwealth]].<ref name=TRO3039/>  The [[Fourth Succession War]] brought about minor changes when the House Davion captured Nanking from the [[Capellan Confederation]] but lost Marduk to the [[Draconis Combine]].  In the end the exchange was a net gain for Federated Suns thanks to the larger Nanking factory with the Confederation the clear loser.  Houses Davion, Marik and Kurita all introduced new variants of the ''Wolverine'' which exploited the recent recovery of [[lostech]] just prior to the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 138-139</ref>
  
 
During the [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]] House Kurita found itself running short of equipment when they lost Marduk and [[Al Na'ir]] to [[Duke]] [[James Sandoval]]'s surprise attack, although [[DCMS]] forces managed to recapture Marduk in mid-[[3064]].  Inspired by [[Vicore Industries]]' "Project Phoenix" initiative Victory Industries went about scouring the entire Combine for any old ''Wolverine'' chassis in order to perform a complete strip, disassembling those in the worst shape for their parts and apply a modernizing factory refit to the rest.  By [[3067]] this effort had virtually picked the Draconis Combine clean of older ''Wolverine'' machines but the new WVR-8K was so well received it inspired the production of brand-new models.  The Federated Suns was similarly inspired by the success of the WVR-8K to perform their own updates on the aging design although the League, themselves still prolific ''Wolverine'' users, had yet to institute what turned out in the end to be a long and costly program.<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', p. 22</ref>
 
During the [[Combine-Ghost Bear War]] House Kurita found itself running short of equipment when they lost Marduk and [[Al Na'ir]] to [[Duke]] [[James Sandoval]]'s surprise attack, although [[DCMS]] forces managed to recapture Marduk in mid-[[3064]].  Inspired by [[Vicore Industries]]' "Project Phoenix" initiative Victory Industries went about scouring the entire Combine for any old ''Wolverine'' chassis in order to perform a complete strip, disassembling those in the worst shape for their parts and apply a modernizing factory refit to the rest.  By [[3067]] this effort had virtually picked the Draconis Combine clean of older ''Wolverine'' machines but the new WVR-8K was so well received it inspired the production of brand-new models.  The Federated Suns was similarly inspired by the success of the WVR-8K to perform their own updates on the aging design although the League, themselves still prolific ''Wolverine'' users, had yet to institute what turned out in the end to be a long and costly program.<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', p. 22</ref>
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Five [[Northrup 12000]] [[jump jet]]s, with two in either leg and the fifth in the rear torso, improves upon the ''Wolverine''&#39;s relatively fast cruising speed of 54 km/h by allowing it to jump up to 150 meters at a time.  Unfortunately the jets are slightly underpowered for this role and must be operated near maximum thrust to achieve their potential, resulting in increased wear and tear on the components.  For this reason a number of variants were introduced which simply removed the jump jets.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/>
 
Five [[Northrup 12000]] [[jump jet]]s, with two in either leg and the fifth in the rear torso, improves upon the ''Wolverine''&#39;s relatively fast cruising speed of 54 km/h by allowing it to jump up to 150 meters at a time.  Unfortunately the jets are slightly underpowered for this role and must be operated near maximum thrust to achieve their potential, resulting in increased wear and tear on the components.  For this reason a number of variants were introduced which simply removed the jump jets.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/>
  
Nine and a half tons of armor make the ''Wolverine'' well protected and emphasize its survivability when undertaking dangerous reconnaissance missions. Twelve [[heat sinks]] also provide adequate heat dissipation even in the event of damage to the [[fusion engine]], further emphasizing the durability of the machine. In its role as a command 'Mech the ''Wolverine'' is well equipped with the same Tek BattleCom system with multichannel transceiver/receiver as found on the ''Phoenix Hawk''. Well shielded in the head blister this setup allows the ''Wolverine'' to provide superior electronic support when leading other 'Mechs or conducting reconnaissance on its own.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/>
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Nine and a half tons of armor make the ''Wolverine'' well protected and emphasize its survivability when undertaking dangerous reconnaissance missions. Twelve [[heat sinks]] also provide adequate heat dissipation even in the event of damage to the [[fusion engine]], further emphasizing the durability of the machine. In its role as a command 'Mech the ''Wolverine'' is well equipped with the same Tek BattleCom system with multichannel transceiver/receiver as found on the ''Phoenix Hawk''. Well shielded in the head blister this setup allows the ''Wolverine'' to provide superior electronic support when leading other 'Mechs or conducting reconnaissance on its own.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
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*; <span id="WVR-7H">WVR-7H</span> : Similar in many ways to the 7D, the 7H, referred to as the '''''Wolverine II''''', was used by the [[SLDF Royal units|Royal Brigades]] of the SLDF starting in [[2770]] and was also an upgrade of the 6R. It utilizes an [[Endo Steel]] structure, ferro-fibrous armor, and [[double heat sink]]s to increase combat capabilities. Extra armor protects the legs, while CASE protects all the ammo bins. Like the 7D, the autocannon is upgraded to an Ultra-class model and the medium laser is upgraded to a pulse version. In addition, the SRM-6 is slaved to an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]] to improve the accuracy of the individual missiles. BV (2.0) = 1,301<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 169</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 41</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 23</ref>
 
*; <span id="WVR-7H">WVR-7H</span> : Similar in many ways to the 7D, the 7H, referred to as the '''''Wolverine II''''', was used by the [[SLDF Royal units|Royal Brigades]] of the SLDF starting in [[2770]] and was also an upgrade of the 6R. It utilizes an [[Endo Steel]] structure, ferro-fibrous armor, and [[double heat sink]]s to increase combat capabilities. Extra armor protects the legs, while CASE protects all the ammo bins. Like the 7D, the autocannon is upgraded to an Ultra-class model and the medium laser is upgraded to a pulse version. In addition, the SRM-6 is slaved to an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]] to improve the accuracy of the individual missiles. BV (2.0) = 1,301<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 169</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 41</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 23</ref>
  
*; WVR-7K : Another major upgrade of the ''Wolverine,'' this one for the Combine and first rolling off Marduk's production lines in 3050, the 7K model is also built with an XL Engine for power with the saved weight used to increase and upgrade its arsenal. The primary weapon is a [[Victory Drumbeat]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] and a [[Victory Throb]] [[Small Pulse Laser]] in the right arm, which is backed up by a medium pulse laser in the head and two [[Telos-6]] SRM-6 launchers in the left and right torsos with one ton of reloads each. The 'Mech uses thirteen double heat sinks to dissipate the added heat from the laser arsenal. Additionally, the 7K does have jump jets and can jump up to 150 meters, and while still carrying standard armor it increases the amount by one and a half tons for added protection.<ref name=TRO3050/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 110</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,165,<ref name=CODC/> BV (2.0) = 1,331<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 87</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 24</ref>
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*; WVR-7K : Another major upgrade of the ''Wolverine,'' this one for the Combine and first rolling off Marduk's production lines in 3050, the 7K model is also built with an XL Engine for power with the saved weight used to increase and upgrade its arsenal. The primary weapon is a [[Victory Drumbeat]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] and a [[Victory Throb]] [[Small Pulse Laser]] in the right arm, which is backed up by a medium pulse laser in the head and two [[Telos-6]] SRM-6 launchers in the left and right torsos with one ton of reloads each. The 'Mech uses thirteen double heat sinks to dissipate the added heat from the laser arsenal. Additionally, the 7K does have jump jets and can jump up to 150 meters, and while still carrying standard armor it increases the amount by one and a half tons for added protection.<ref name=TRO3050/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 110</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,165,<ref name=CODC /> BV (2.0) = 1,331<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 87</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 24</ref>
  
*; WVR-7M : The 7M variant of the ''Wolverine'' has aspects of both the 7D and the 7K versions but is much closer to the original model.  Introduced by FWDI in 3050 the 'Mech uses an XL engine, which is augmented with MASC, so as to push the machine up to 108 km/h in bursts. The 7M has twelve double heat sinks and, for a weapons package, it carries two [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]]s in the right arm and two [[Magna 400P]] medium pulse lasers, one in the head mount, the other in the right torso, while retaining the SRM-6 for close range work.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 111</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,309,<ref name=COGen/> BV (2.0) = 1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 88</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 25</ref>
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*; WVR-7M : The 7M variant of the ''Wolverine'' has aspects of both the 7D and the 7K versions but is much closer to the original model.  Introduced by FWDI in 3050 the 'Mech uses an XL engine, which is augmented with MASC, so as to push the machine up to 108 km/h in bursts. The 7M has twelve double heat sinks and, for a weapons package, it carries two [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]]s in the right arm and two [[Magna 400P]] medium pulse lasers, one in the head mount, the other in the right torso, while retaining the SRM-6 for close range work.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 111</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,309,<ref name=COGen /> BV (2.0) = 1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 88</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 25</ref>
  
 
*; WVR-7M2 : This [[Jihad]]-era refit of the WVR-7M drops the ER Large Lasers in the right arm and replaces them with a single [[Heavy PPC]]. All other aspects of the 'Mech are identical to the WFR-7M. BV (2.0) = 1,752<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 26</ref>
 
*; WVR-7M2 : This [[Jihad]]-era refit of the WVR-7M drops the ER Large Lasers in the right arm and replaces them with a single [[Heavy PPC]]. All other aspects of the 'Mech are identical to the WFR-7M. BV (2.0) = 1,752<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 26</ref>
  
*; WVR-8C : The new-build 8C ''Wolverine'' was introduced by Victory Industries in 3067 after the success of the 8K refits. This variant is built on an Endo Steel chassis and uses an XL Engine for power. It carries a large pulse laser as its primary weapon, as well as a medium pulse laser and a small pulse laser.  For additional close-combat capability this version carries two [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers while a [[C3 slave unit]] allows it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. It carries only thirteen double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 112</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,356 (C3: 125),<ref name=CODC/> BV (2.0) = 1,447<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 89</ref>
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*; WVR-8C : The new-build 8C ''Wolverine'' was introduced by Victory Industries in 3067 after the success of the 8K refits. This variant is built on an Endo Steel chassis and uses an XL Engine for power. It carries a large pulse laser as its primary weapon, as well as a medium pulse laser and a small pulse laser.  For additional close-combat capability this version carries two [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers while a [[C3 slave unit]] allows it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. It carries only thirteen double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f /><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 112</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,356 (C3: 125),<ref name=CODC /> BV (2.0) = 1,447<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 89</ref>
  
*; WVR-8D : The 8D ''Wolverine'' is one of two updated versions introduced by Kallon in [[3066]] that incorporates some of the newest equipment to the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Suns|AFFS]]. The 'Mech is built with an Endo Steel chassis and uses an XL engine augmented with MASC, enabling speeds of up to 108 km/h. Its main gun is a [[Rotary Autocannon/2]], backed up by an [[ER medium laser]] and a Streak SRM-6 launcher. Both the Rotary Autocannon and the ER medium laser are linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], making the ''Wolverine'' extremely accurate.  However, the design carries only ten double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 113</ref> BV (1,0) = 1,354,<ref name=COFS/> BV (2.0) = 1,547<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 90</ref>
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*; WVR-8D : The 8D ''Wolverine'' is one of two updated versions introduced by Kallon in [[3066]] that incorporates some of the newest equipment to the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Suns|AFFS]]. The 'Mech is built with an Endo Steel chassis and uses an XL engine augmented with MASC, enabling speeds of up to 108 km/h. Its main gun is a [[Rotary Autocannon/2]], backed up by an [[ER medium laser]] and a Streak SRM-6 launcher. Both the Rotary Autocannon and the ER medium laser are linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], making the ''Wolverine'' extremely accurate.  However, the design carries only ten double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f /><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 113</ref> BV (1,0) = 1,354,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,547<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 90</ref>
  
*; WVR-8K : The 8K ''Wolverine'' was first introduced for the Combine in 3064 when Victory Industries answered Theodore Kurita's call for increased production with the 8K factory refit for existing ''Wolverines''.  Switching to an XL engine for power, it uses fifteen double heat sinks for its high heat load.  A Lords Light [[ER PPC]] in the right arm is the main weapon, backed up by a [[Diverse Optics]] ER medium laser also in the right arm and a [[Victory Heartbeat]] medium pulse laser in the head. Finally, to exploit any weak points in an enemy's armor, the 'Mech carries a [[Guided Technologies Second Gen]] Streak SRM-6 launcher in the left torso along with one ton of ammo.  Twelve tons of [[Starshield A]] armor with CASE provides additional protection, with the plating designed specifically to make repairs quicker to accomplish.<ref name=TRCIp132f />  Although certain prestigious Combine units turned their noses up at using a refurbished 'Mech to replenish their ranks, many others were less picky and the design proliferated after its success on Al Na'ir.<ref name=TROPP/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 114</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,481,<ref name=CODC/> BV (2.0) = 1,576<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 91</ref> or 1,481<ref name=TRCIp132f />
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*; WVR-8K : The 8K ''Wolverine'' was first introduced for the Combine in 3064 when Victory Industries answered Theodore Kurita's call for increased production with the 8K factory refit for existing ''Wolverines''.  Switching to an XL engine for power, it uses fifteen double heat sinks for its high heat load.  A Lords Light [[ER PPC]] in the right arm is the main weapon, backed up by a [[Diverse Optics]] ER medium laser also in the right arm and a [[Victory Heartbeat]] medium pulse laser in the head. Finally, to exploit any weak points in an enemy's armor, the 'Mech carries a [[Guided Technologies Second Gen]] Streak SRM-6 launcher in the left torso along with one ton of ammo.  Twelve tons of [[Starshield A]] armor with CASE provides additional protection, with the plating designed specifically to make repairs quicker to accomplish.<ref name=TRCIp132f />  Although certain prestigious Combine units turned their noses up at using a refurbished 'Mech to replenish their ranks, many others were less picky and the design proliferated after its success on Al Na'ir.<ref name=TROPP/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 114</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,481,<ref name=CODC /> BV (2.0) = 1,576<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 91</ref> or 1,481<ref name=TRCIp132f />
  
*; WVR-9D : The 9D ''Wolverine'' is the companion of the 8D and shares some similarities, such as the Endo Steel chassis and the XL engine.  First fielded at the same time as the 8D the 'Mech carries, as its main weapon, a Rotary Autocannon/2 backed up by two medium pulse lasers and a Streak SRM-6 launcher. It also carries a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] laser designator, to designate targets for [[Arrow IV]] artillery attacks. Unlike the 8D, this variant does not jump, though it does retain the MASC and has twelve double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 115</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,123,<ref name=COFS/> BV (2.0) = 1,369<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 92</ref>
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*; WVR-9D : The 9D ''Wolverine'' is the companion of the 8D and shares some similarities, such as the Endo Steel chassis and the XL engine.  First fielded at the same time as the 8D the 'Mech carries, as its main weapon, a Rotary Autocannon/2 backed up by two medium pulse lasers and a Streak SRM-6 launcher. It also carries a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] laser designator, to designate targets for [[Arrow IV]] artillery attacks. Unlike the 8D, this variant does not jump, though it does retain the MASC and has twelve double heat sinks.<ref name=TRCIp132f /><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 115</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,123,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,369<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 92</ref>
  
*; WVR-9K : The 9K ''Wolverine'' introduced in [[3074]] uses a [[Light Engine]] for power. The resulting decrease in tonnage necessitated a complete revision of the weapon systems. Its main gun is the [[Snub-Nose PPC]] mounted in the right arm.  An [[SRM-4]] is the only other heat building weapon mounted on the 'Mech. A trio of [[Light Machine Gun]]s are also in the arm, linked to a [[Machine Gun Array]] to deter [[infantry]]. To counteract [[battle armor]], the 9K carries a pair of [[Anti-Battle Armor Pod|B-Pod]]s. This ''Wolverine'' variant carries a [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]] in its left hand and a C3 slave in the head to feed targeting telemetry back to lancemates. [[Triple Strength Myomer]] make the sword more powerful and the design faster when they heat up, but a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] must disengage some of the ten double heat sinks in order to build the necessary heat. In light of the heavier engine, the inclusion of a [[Compact Gyro]] seems unhelpful at best.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 116</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,397<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 93</ref>
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*; WVR-9K : The 9K ''Wolverine'' introduced in [[3074]] uses a [[Light Engine]] for power. The resulting decrease in tonnage necessitated a complete revision of the weapon systems. Its main gun is the [[Snub-Nose PPC]] mounted in the right arm.  An [[SRM-4]] is the only other heat building weapon mounted on the 'Mech. A trio of [[Light Machine Gun]]s are also in the arm, linked to a [[Machine Gun Array]] to deter [[infantry]]. To counteract [[battle armor]], the 9K carries a pair of [[Anti-Battle Armor Pod|B-Pod]]s. This ''Wolverine'' variant carries a [[Sword]] in its left hand and a C3 slave in the head to feed targeting telemetry back to lancemates. [[Triple Strength Myomer]] make the sword more powerful and the design faster when they heat up, but a [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] must disengage some of the ten double heat sinks in order to build the necessary heat. In light of the heavier engine, the inclusion of a [[Compact Gyro]] seems unhelpful at best.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 116</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,397<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 93</ref>
  
 
*; WVR-9M : The ''Wolverine'' 9M introduced in [[3073]] is powered by a Nissan XL Engine that allows the 'Mech to move at speeds of up to 86.4 km/h while sacrificing durability. The 9M can also jump up to one hundred and fifty meters, as with most other variants. The 9M is armed with a [[Fusigon Strongtooth]] [[Heavy PPC]] as its primary weapon, which has a similar damage profile to a Clan [[ER PPC]], but at reduced ranges. This is backed up by a Diverse Optics ER medium laser and a Guided Technologies Second Generation Streak SRM-6 launcher for close combat.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 117 & "Alys Marik's Ace-in-the-Hole?"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,617<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 94</ref>
 
*; WVR-9M : The ''Wolverine'' 9M introduced in [[3073]] is powered by a Nissan XL Engine that allows the 'Mech to move at speeds of up to 86.4 km/h while sacrificing durability. The 9M can also jump up to one hundred and fifty meters, as with most other variants. The 9M is armed with a [[Fusigon Strongtooth]] [[Heavy PPC]] as its primary weapon, which has a similar damage profile to a Clan [[ER PPC]], but at reduced ranges. This is backed up by a Diverse Optics ER medium laser and a Guided Technologies Second Generation Streak SRM-6 launcher for close combat.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade'', p. 117 & "Alys Marik's Ace-in-the-Hole?"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,617<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 94</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The WVR-3R ''Wolverine'' and variants, unless specified otherwise, are subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 97: Design Quirk Table - Wolverine Entry</ref>
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The WVR-3R ''Wolverine'' and variants, unless specified otherwise, are subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 97 - Design Quirk Table - Wolverine Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Command BattleMech]]
 
* [[Command BattleMech]]
 
* [[Extended Torso Twist]]
 
* [[Extended Torso Twist]]
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* [[Cramped Cockpit]]
 
* [[Cramped Cockpit]]
  
The WVR-7H ''Wolverine II'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 97: Design Quirk Table - Wolverine II Entry</ref>
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The WVR-7H ''Wolverine II'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 97 - Design Quirk Table - Wolverine II Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Command BattleMech]]
 
* [[Command BattleMech]]
 
* [[Improved Communications]]
 
* [[Improved Communications]]
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
* ''[[Combat Manual: Kurita]]''
 
* ''[[Combat Manual: Kurita]]''
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* ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
 
* ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
* ''[[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries]]'' (video game)
 
 
* ''[[Objectives: Periphery]]''
 
* ''[[Objectives: Periphery]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
 
* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
 
* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
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