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| − | 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=DADossiers200>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 200: "Karl Arias"</ref | + | 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 since spread throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. [[Clan Wolf in Exile]] also produces this design, and [[Clan Sea Fox]] is known to sell it to any interested party. With the formation of the [[Wolf Empire]] production of the vehicle would be transferred to a former Free Worlds League military company's new holdings.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/> | While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second-line formations, it since spread throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. [[Clan Wolf in Exile]] also produces this design, and [[Clan Sea Fox]] is known to sell it to any interested party. With the formation of the [[Wolf Empire]] production of the vehicle would be transferred to a former Free Worlds League military company's new holdings.<ref name=TRO:3145TC/> | ||
Revision as of 20:42, 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
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 since spread throughout the Inner Sphere. Clan Wolf in Exile also produces this design, and Clan Sea Fox is known to sell it to any interested party. With the formation of the Wolf Empire production of the vehicle would be transferred to a former Free Worlds League military company's new holdings.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
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
- 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
The Aesir is subject to the following Design Quirk:[1]
Notes
- 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
Dark Age
References
- ↑ 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