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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | + | The '''Aesir''' was a post-Jihad design created by [[Clan Wolf]] as a cheap anti-aircraft platform, designed for their second-line occupation zone forces. Slow and heavily armored, the '''Aesir''' was strictly made for defensive roles, serving as an anti-air turret and mobile gun emplacement - often deployed in full Stars to defend fixed assets. The design included [[CASE]] for added protection.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/><ref name=DADossiers200>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 200: "Karl Arias"</ref> | |
| − | While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second-line formations, it | + | While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second-line formations, it spread beyond the Clan. [[Clan Wolf in Exile]] acquired plans for the vehicle via a [[Trial of Possession]] in [[3101]], and [[Clan Sea Fox]] sold some Aesirs to the [[Republic of the Sphere]].<ref name=TRO:3145TC/> |
== Weapons and Equipment == | == Weapons and Equipment == | ||
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== Bibliography == | == Bibliography == | ||
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans]]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 20:48, 10 February 2024
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| Aesir AA Vehicle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Gienah Automotive[1] |
| Production Year | 3097[2] |
| Mission | Anti-aircraft |
| Type | Wheeled[1] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55[1] |
| Armor | Forging OTR20d w/ CASE[1] |
| Engine | Omni 145[1] |
| Speed | 54[1] km/h |
| Communications System | Build 1685 Tacticom[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | TRTTS Mark V AirTracker[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10[1] |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 768[1][3] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Aesir was a post-Jihad design created by Clan Wolf as a cheap anti-aircraft platform, designed for their second-line occupation zone forces. Slow and heavily armored, the Aesir was strictly made for defensive roles, serving as an anti-air turret and mobile gun emplacement - often deployed in full Stars to defend fixed assets. The design included CASE for added protection.[1][4]
While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second-line formations, it spread beyond the Clan. Clan Wolf in Exile acquired plans for the vehicle via a Trial of Possession in 3101, and Clan Sea Fox sold some Aesirs to the Republic of the Sphere.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Aesir mounts a set of four Type Sierra LB-X Autocannon/2s in its turret. With their long-range, and cluster munitions, they serve as an effective counter to airborne raiders. Two tons of ammunition are provided.[1]
The vehicle armor protection includes 9.5 tons of Forging OTR20d Ferro-Fibrous Armor. While giving the vehicle additional protection from crippling damage, the Aesir is equipped with an Armored Motive System.[1]
Variants[edit]
- HAG
- Used by Clan Hell's Horses, this version of the Aesir replaces the LB-X autocannons with a single turret-mounted HAG/40. It carries six tons of ammunition and retains the armor protection and Armored Motive System of the original Aesir. BV (2.0) = 1,505[5][6]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Aesir is subject to the following Design Quirk:[1]
Notes[edit]
- The Aesir was first created by WizKids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game as a part of its Counter Assault expansion set. The figure was used by the main four factions during the release as a common combat vehicle. The Aesir was later adapted by Catalyst Game Labs and redefined in the tabletop game once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to 3145.
- Though the original Dossier for Counter Assault lists the Aesir as tracked, its image clearly shows the vehicle as being wheeled; assuming that the listed speed is correct, a 145-rated engine would be appropriate for a wheeled vehicle of its size. Per Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, the engine does have a rating of 145.[1]
Gallery[edit]
Dark Age
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 1.15 1.16 Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, pp. 22-23, "Aesir Vehicle"
- ↑ online date for the Aesir (Combat Vehicle)
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 430
- ↑ MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards, p. 200: "Karl Arias"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 The Clans, p. 75
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 431