Medium laser
Medium Laser | |
Production information | |
Type | Energy (Direct Fire) |
Tech Base | Inner Sphere (IS) |
Year Introduced | IS = 2290 TA[1] |
Year Extinction | Clan = 2850 |
Technology Rating | C |
Availability Ratings | B/B/B |
Technical specifications | |
Heat | 3 |
Damage | 5 |
Minimum Range | n/a |
Short Range | 1-3 |
Medium Range | 4-6 |
Long Range | 7-9 |
Tons | 1 |
Mass | 500 kg |
Critical Slots | 1 |
Space Slots | 3 |
Cost (unloaded) | 40,000 |
BV (1.0) | 46 |
BV (2.0) | 46[2] |
Contents
- 1 Description
- 2 Models
- 2.1 Aberdovey Mk II
- 2.2 Aberdovey Mk III
- 2.3 Argra 3L
- 2.4 Defiance B3M
- 2.5 Diplan M3
- 2.6 Diplass Optima
- 2.7 Diverse Optics Type 2
- 2.8 Diverse Optics Type 14
- 2.9 Diverse Optics Type 18
- 2.10 Firefly Type II
- 2.11 Firmir Standard
- 2.12 Hellion B-II
- 2.13 Hellion-V
- 2.14 Hellion Spitfire
- 2.15 Intek
- 2.16 Kajuka Type 2 "Bright Blossom"
- 2.17 Magna Mk II
- 2.18 Martell
- 2.19 Martell Model 5
- 2.20 Maxwell
- 2.21 OMI HighBurn
- 2.22 Omicron 950
- 2.23 Omicron 3000
- 2.24 Omicron 4000
- 2.25 Photech 806c
- 2.26 RAMTech 800
- 2.27 Rassal Blue-Beam
- 2.28 Starflash II
- 2.29 Tronel II
- 2.30 Victory 23R
- 3 References
- 4 Bibliography
Description
The Medium Laser is a mid-range weapon of the standard type from the laser class of weaponry. A free-electron laser, it is a device that focuses an amplified beam of light on a small surface area.[3] The medium laser uses this intensified beam of light to damage targets by heating them to melting temperatures. The relatively compact size and effectiveness of the Medium Laser attributes its widespread use over many types of combat units, though it is regarded as a "Heavy Support Laser" when carried by infantry squads or mounted on powered armor.
Models
Being one of the most common and oldest class of weapon system in use there are a vast number of manufacturers and factories producing this system. This reference should not be considered complete.
Aberdovey Mk II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Epsilon Eridani | Kressly Warworks |
Aberdovey Mk III
While more expensive than the more common Martell lasers, the Aberdovey Mk III is of superior quality and requires very little maintenance.[4]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Lapida II | Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited | SDR-5V Spider | [4] |
Tematagi | Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited | SDR-5V Spider | [4] |
Argra 3L
The Argra 3L boasts a more rugged focal system and better spectral purity when compared to the older Argra 27C Medium Laser.[5][6]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Aix-la-Chapelle | Diplan 'Mechyards | Jenner | |
Luthien | Defiance Motors | [citation needed] |
Defiance B3M
The Defiance B3M was a model of Medium Laser in common use throughout the Inner Sphere.
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Coventry | Coventry Metal Works | ||
Furillo | Defiance Industries | Locust | [7] |
Hesperus II | Defiance Industries | Banshee Atlas Avenger Phoenix Hawk Commando Firestarter Stinger Rifleman Condor Wolfhound | [8] |
Pandora | Red Devil Industries |
Diplan M3
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Lantren Corporation | Stealth Tempest |
Diplass Optima
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Apollo | Diplass Technologies |
Diverse Optics Type 2
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Corey | Hellespont Industrials | ||
GLN-1B Gulon SecurityMech | [9] |
Diverse Optics Type 14
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Chahar | Trellshire Heavy Industries |
Diverse Optics Type 18
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Alphard | Marian Arms Incorporated | ||
Chahar | Trellshire Heavy Industries | Thunderbolt | [10] |
Irian | Diverse Optics Incorporated | ||
Centurion | [11] |
Firefly Type II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Apollo | Roe Weapon Systems |
Firmir Standard
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Betelgeuse | Firmir Weaponry |
Hellion B-II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Andurien | Free Worlds Defense Industries | ||
Westover | Free Worlds Defense Industries |
Hellion-V
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Andurien | Bergan Industries | ||
Andurien | Brooks, Inc. | ||
Irian | Irian BattleMechs Unlimited |
Hellion Spitfire
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Terra | Ford Military Limited | Thorn |
Intek
The Intek Medium Laser uses an 8cm focusing lense when mounted in a Crusader[12] and 4cm lenses in an Axman.[13]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Arc-Royal | TharHes Industries | ||
New Syrtis | Johnston Industries | Axman Caesar Cataphract Thrush Transit | [14] |
Kajuka Type 2 "Bright Blossom"
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Sian | Saroyan Special Productions | TR-7 Thrush, TR-13 Transgressor | [15] [16] [17] [18] |
Texlos | Kajuka Aerospace Division | C-SK1 Cossack, TR-7 Thrush, TR-10 Transit, TR-13 Transgressor | [15] [16] [17] [18] |
Magna Mk II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Lopez | Magna |
Martell
The Martell Medium Laser has a 6cm focusing lense.[19]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Ares | Bergan Industries | Locust | [20] |
Corey | Hollis Incorporated | ||
Delavan | Dynamico Limited | Buccaneer Ontos Hornet Riflemen Cheetah Thrush Lightning Mammoth Mule Seeker Centurion Grasshopper Condor Manticore Typhoon Sabre Sparrowhawk Banshee Corsair Cutlass Eagle Thunderbird Hellcat Stuka | [21] |
El Dorado | General Motors | ||
Fletcher | Flame Tech |
Martell Model 5
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Canopus IV | Majesty Metals and Manufacturing |
Maxwell
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Chukchi III | Maxwell Metals Incorporated | Sabre Centurion Eagle Thunderbird | [22] |
OMI HighBurn
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
New Earth | New Earth Trading Company | Manticore | [23] |
Omicron 950
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Terra | Aldis Industries |
Omicron 3000
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Campbelton | Fusigon Heavy Weaponry | ||
Illiushin | Vandenberg Mechanized Industries |
Omicron 4000
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Quickdraw | [24] |
Photech 806c
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
New Avalon | Corean Enterprises | Centurion |
RAMTech 800
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
New Kyoto | RAMTech | Seydlitz | [25] |
Rassal Blue-Beam
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Arcturus | Arcturan Arms |
Starflash II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Amity | Imstar Aerospace | ||
Atreus | Imstar Aerospace |
Tronel II
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Ostscout Sabre |
[26] |
Victory 23R
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Marduk | Victory Industries |
References
- ↑ Interstellar Operations, p. 118, "Prototype Dates For Basic Weapons Table"
- ↑ TechManual, p. 317, "Inner Sphere Weapons and Equipment BV Table"
- ↑ Era Report: 2750, p. 99
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Technical Readout: 3025, p. 18 "SDR-5V Spider"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3025, p. 26 "JR7-D Jenner"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3025 Revised, p. 26 "JR7-D Jenner"
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 74
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 76
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 22, "Gulon SecurityMech"
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 54
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 44, "Centurion MilitiaMech"
- ↑ "Decision at Thunder Rift", Ch. 27
- ↑ Initiation to War, Ch. 8
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 90
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 Technical Readout: 3060, p. 72, "Cossack"
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 194, "TR-7 Thrush"
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 2044, "TR-10 Transit"
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 212, "TR-13 Transgressor"
- ↑ "Decision at Thunder Rift", Ch. 29
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 281, "Produced Locust 1V Components"
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 93
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 73
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 84
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 144, "Quickdraw"
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 85
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 78
Bibliography
- BattleTech Master Rules
- Combat Operations
- Decision at Thunder Rift (novel)
- Era Report: 2750
- Historical: Reunification War
- Mercenaries Supplemental II
- TechManual
- Technical Readout: 2750
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3025 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3026
- Technical Readout: 3026 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: 3055 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3057
- Technical Readout: 3057 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3058
- Technical Readout: 3060
- Technical Readout: 3067
- Technical Readout: 3075
- Technical Readout: Irregulars
- Technical Readout: Project Phoenix
- Total Warfare