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Revision as of 12:36, 21 January 2009
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| Assassin | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Maltex Corporation, Hellespont 'Mech Works |
| Model | ASN-21 |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 40 tons |
| Chassis | Maltex 40 |
| Armor | 100AFVTA |
| Engine | VOX 280 |
| Speed | 118.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Lox lift Series 1 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 596 |
| BV (2.0) | 749 |
Contents
Description
The Assassin is a 'Mech that began life because of corporate ambitions and successful lobbyists that thankfully turned out to be an asset on the battlefield. Originally designed by Maltex Corporation to compete against the lighter Wasp and Stinger designs, the Assassin was purchased by the SLDF after Maltex was able to successfully lobby for contracts for the 'Mech's production, although there was no need at the time to replace the Wasps and Stingers in the Star League's arsenal. With a top speed of 118.8 km/h and a jumping distance of 210 meters, the Assassin is a superb reconnaissance 'Mech and light 'Mech hunter in its own right and is a valued resource in any force.[1]
The Assassin saw its first action during the Marik and Steiner conflict on Rochelle in 2980.
Armament
The Assassin carries a mix of long and close range weapons. For an extended reach on the battlefield, it mounts a Holly LRM-5 to harass enemies from afar. When the ranges are closed, though, the Assassin can switch to its Martell Medium Laser for striking power and a Holly SRM-2 to attempt to capitalize on any breaches in the enemy's armor.
Variants
- ASN-101 - The -101 Assassin sacrifices sixty meters of the 'Mechs immense jumping distance and a half ton of armor for a more powerful close-range punch with three additional Small Lasers that have been added in various locations on the model. BV (1.0) = 586, BV (2.0) = 757
- ASN-23 - The -23 variant of the Assassin is an upgrade of the original model, using recovered Star League technologies. The SRM-2 has been removed to upgrade the Medium Laser to a Medium Pulse Laser and an Artemis IV fire control system has been added for the LRM-5 launcher. BV (1.0) = 609, BV (2.0) = 740
- ASN-30 - The -30 variant of the Assassin is a radical departure from the classic formula for the 'Mech. The Chassis has been redesigned to utilize Endo Steel construction and the engine has been upgraded to a Light Fusion Engine. The saved weight was used to upgrade the Medium Laser to an extended range version and the LRM and SRM are removed in favor of an LB-X Autocannon/5. Additionally, the armor has been increased by two full tons and the heat sinks have been upgraded to double strength versions. Produced under license by Defiance Industries, this design is considered a failure and few of them were ever produced. BV (1.0) = 846, BV (2.0) = 925
- ASN-99 - When Hellespont 'Mech Works acquired the Assassin from the Maltex Corporation in 3067, they quickly redesigned it. The -99 incorporates more armor than any previous variant, thanks in large part to the inclusion of an XL Engine. Its long-range punch is provided by a Light PPC, while it can rely upon two Artemis-guided SRM 2s at close range. Target Acquisition Gear enables it to call down supporting fire should the Assassin find itself embroiled in a fight. BV (2.0) = ??? [Note that the Technical Readout states this variant mounts Stealth Armor and a Sword, though neither of these are reflected in the Record Sheet. The RS also gives this design single heat sinks]
References
- ↑ Introductory Record Sheets, pp 6