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{{otheruses|the BattleMech|the mercenary unit|Bandersnatches}}
 
{{otheruses|the BattleMech|the mercenary unit|Bandersnatches}}
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=3055u_Bandersnatch.jpg
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|image = 3055u_Bandersnatch.jpg
|name=Bandersnatch
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|name = ''Bandersnatch''
|manufacturer=[[Bander BattleMechs]],<br>[[Kressly Warworks]]
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|manufacturer =  
|production year=3052
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[[Bander BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRJp150f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 150–151: "BNDR-01A Bandersnatch"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3055U -->
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/217/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|model=BNDR-01A
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[[Kressly WarWorks]]<ref name=TRJp150f />
|class=Heavy
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|production year = 3052
|cost= 15,671,250 C-bills
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|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/217/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|Tech Base= Inner Sphere
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|model = BNDR-01A<ref name=TRJp150f />
|mech type= BattleMech
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|cost = 15,671,250 C-bills
|mass=75
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|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|chassis=Bander Custom 1
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|mech type = BattleMech
|armor=Valiant Chainmail
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|feet = biped
|engine=[[Vlar 300 XL]]
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|mass = 75
|comsys=[[Winston Mega Boozee Mark IX]]
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|chassis = [[Bander Custom 1]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
|T&T=[[Winston Sidewinder]]
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|armor = [[Valiant Chainmail]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
|heat sinks=10 [[Double heat sinks]]
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|engine = [[Vlar 300 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
|speed=64.8
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|comsys = [[Winston Mega Boozee Mark IX]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
|armament=  
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|T&T = [[Winston Sidewinder]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
*6x [[Medium Laser]]s
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
*2x [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s
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|speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
*3x [[LRM-5]]s
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|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRJp150f /> -->
|BV (1.0)=1,216<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 61</ref>
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* 6x [[medium laser]]
|BV (2.0)=1,478<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 94</ref>
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* 2x [[LB 10-X autocannon]]
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* 3x [[LRM-5]]
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|BV (1.0) = 1,216<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 61</ref>
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|BV (2.0) = 1,478<ref name=TRJp150f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 94</ref>
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Bandersnatch''''', who receives his name from the monster mentioned in Lewis Carroll's "Wonderland" series,  is the brainchild of [[Felifious Bander]] and is built around the concept of an affordable and effective [[BattleMech]] for sale to mercenary units. The ''Bandersnatch'' is built using some common components with the ''[[Marauder]]'' in an attempt to make the 'Mech cheaper and easier to repair. The 'Mech has a top speed of 64.8 kph which is average for a 'Mech of its weight. The ''Bandersnatch'' also uses [[double heat sink]]s for their superior heat dissipation capabilities, allowing a heavy weapons payload to be used by the 'Mech. Finally, the ''Bandersnatch'' carries a respectable eleven tons of armor. While not the maximum amount of armor that the chassis can handle, the 'Mech is still well protected.
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The '''''Bandersnatch''''', which was named after the monster mentioned in Lewis Carroll's "Wonderland" series,{{cn}} is the brainchild of [[Felifious Bander]] and is built around the concept of an affordable and effective [[BattleMech]] for sale to mercenary units. The ''Bandersnatch'' is built using some common components with the ''[[Marauder]]'' in an attempt to make the 'Mech cheaper and easier to repair. The 'Mech has a top speed of 64.8 km/h which is average for a 'Mech of its weight. The ''Bandersnatch'' also uses [[double heat sink]]s for their superior heat dissipation capabilities, allowing a heavy weapons payload to be used by the 'Mech. Finally, the ''Bandersnatch'' carries a respectable eleven tons of armor. While not the maximum amount of armor that the chassis can handle, the 'Mech is still well protected.
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Bandersnatch'' is primarily armed for long to medium range combat. The first weapons that it would bring to bear on an enemy are a trio of Holly [[LRM-5]] missile launchers, which can lay down a powerful barrage of missiles. The next weapons that the ''Bandersnatch'' can employ are a pair of [[Armstrong Class-B ClusterGuns]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that fire both solid and cluster rounds. These are effective against a variety of targets and make the ''Bandersnatch'' capable of anti-aircraft duties. Finally, in the event that an enemy does close to short ranges, the 'Mech carries six [[Magna Mk II]] [[Medium Laser]]s, two of which are rear mounted, giving it good close range protection.
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The ''Bandersnatch'' is primarily armed for long to medium range combat. The first weapons that it would bring to bear on an enemy are a trio of Holly [[LRM-5]] missile launchers, which can lay down a powerful barrage of missiles. The next weapons that the ''Bandersnatch'' can employ are a pair of [[Armstrong Class-B ClusterGuns]] [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s that fire both solid and cluster rounds. These are effective against a variety of targets and make the ''Bandersnatch'' capable of anti-aircraft duties. Finally, in the event that an enemy does close to short ranges, the 'Mech carries six [[Magna Mk II]] [[medium laser]]s, two of which are rear-mounted, giving it good close range protection.
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*;BND-01Ar : A simple refit, this version carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] in the center torso to offset the Blakist [[C3i]] system. To make room for this system, all rear defenses have been removed except for a single [[ER Small Laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1522<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 101</ref>
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*; BNDR-01AR : A simple refit, this version carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] in the center torso to offset the Blakist [[C3i]] system. To make room for this system, all rear defenses have been removed except for a single [[ER Small Laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1522<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 101</ref>
  
*;BNDR-01B : A complete upgrade of the original design, the 01B variant replaces the [[XL engine]] with a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. To make up for the weight lost to the engine, the entire weapons arsenal has been re-evaluated and the 'Mech carries a new weapons compliment. The primary long-range weapons are a pair of [[LRM-5]] launchers. For intermediate ranges, the 01B model carries an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] and a [[PPC]] providing it with a powerful punch. Finally, for close range combat, the 'Mech has four [[Medium Laser]]s and a [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher. BV (1.0) = 1,332, BV (2.0) = 1,630<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 95</ref>
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*; BNDR-01B : A complete upgrade of the original design, the 01B variant replaces the [[XL engine]] with a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. To make up for the weight lost to the engine, the entire weapons arsenal has been reevaluated and the 'Mech carries a new weapons complement. The primary long-range weapons are a pair of [[LRM-5]] launchers. For intermediate ranges, the 01B model carries an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] and a [[PPC]] providing it with a powerful punch. Finally, for close range combat, the 'Mech has four medium lasers and a [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher.<ref name=TRJp150f /> BV (1.0) = 1,332, BV (2.0) = 1,630<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 95</ref>
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
*;BNDR-01A ''Bandersnatch'' Horus : A unique customized ''Bandersnatch'' which was created for ex-[[Clan Nova Cat|Nova Cat]] MechWarrior Horus. Equipped with [[Endo Steel]], the 'Mech's weaponry had been almost completely refitted with the exception of the rear-firing Medium Lasers. In each arm, the 'Mech has been given a [[AC-20|Class 20 Autocannon]].  It has 2 tons of CASE protected ammunition for the cannons in each side torso. For long-range firepower, it was fitted with a torso-mounted [[ER Large Laser]]. BV (1.0)=1,216<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 12 - Bandersnatch ''Horus'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref>
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*; BNDR-01A ''Bandersnatch'' Horus : A unique customized ''Bandersnatch'' which was created for ex–[[Clan Nova Cat|Nova Cat]] MechWarrior Horus. Equipped with [[Endo Steel]], the 'Mech's weaponry had been almost completely refitted with the exception of the rear-firing medium lasers. In each arm, the 'Mech has been given a [[AC/20|Class 20 Autocannon]].  It has 2 tons of CASE protected ammunition for the cannons in each side torso. For long-range firepower, it was fitted with a torso-mounted [[ER Large Laser]]. BV (1.0)=1,216<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 12 - Bandersnatch ''Horus'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''Bandersnatch'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Bandersnatch Entry.</ref>
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The ''Bandersnatch'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Bandersnatch Entry.</ref>
*[[Stable]]
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* [[Stable]]
*[[Poor Cooling Jacket|Poor Cooling Jacket (Rear CT Medium Lasers)]]
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* [[Ubiquitous]]
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
Image:3055 Bandersnatch.jpg|''BNDR-01A Bandersnatch''
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Image:3055 Bandersnatch.jpg|Original BNDR-01A ''Bandersnatch'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''
Image:CCG Arsenal Bandersnatch.jpg|''BNDR-01A Bandersnatch'' in combat
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File:3055u Bandersnatch.jpg|''Bandersnatch'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''
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Image:CCG Arsenal Bandersnatch.jpg|BNDR-01A ''Bandersnatch'' in combat ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
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*''[[Master Unit List]]''
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
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* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
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[[Category:'Mechs]]
[[Category:BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Inner Sphere General BattleMechs]]
 

Latest revision as of 03:03, 20 March 2024

This article is about the BattleMech. For the mercenary unit, see Bandersnatches.
Bandersnatch
Bandersnatch
Production information
Manufacturer Bander BattleMechs[1]

Kressly WarWorks[1]

Production Year 3052[2]
Model BNDR-01A[1]
Class Heavy
Cost 15,671,250 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 75 tons
Chassis Bander Custom 1
Armor Valiant Chainmail
Engine Vlar 300 XL
Communications System Winston Mega Boozee Mark IX
Targeting Tracking System Winston Sidewinder
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 64 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,216[3]
BV (2.0) 1,478[1][4]


Description[edit]

The Bandersnatch, which was named after the monster mentioned in Lewis Carroll's "Wonderland" series,[citation needed] is the brainchild of Felifious Bander and is built around the concept of an affordable and effective BattleMech for sale to mercenary units. The Bandersnatch is built using some common components with the Marauder in an attempt to make the 'Mech cheaper and easier to repair. The 'Mech has a top speed of 64.8 km/h which is average for a 'Mech of its weight. The Bandersnatch also uses double heat sinks for their superior heat dissipation capabilities, allowing a heavy weapons payload to be used by the 'Mech. Finally, the Bandersnatch carries a respectable eleven tons of armor. While not the maximum amount of armor that the chassis can handle, the 'Mech is still well protected.

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Bandersnatch is primarily armed for long to medium range combat. The first weapons that it would bring to bear on an enemy are a trio of Holly LRM-5 missile launchers, which can lay down a powerful barrage of missiles. The next weapons that the Bandersnatch can employ are a pair of Armstrong Class-B ClusterGuns LB-X Autocannon/10s that fire both solid and cluster rounds. These are effective against a variety of targets and make the Bandersnatch capable of anti-aircraft duties. Finally, in the event that an enemy does close to short ranges, the 'Mech carries six Magna Mk II medium lasers, two of which are rear-mounted, giving it good close range protection.

Variants[edit]

  • BNDR-01AR 
    A simple refit, this version carries a Guardian ECM Suite in the center torso to offset the Blakist C3i system. To make room for this system, all rear defenses have been removed except for a single ER Small Laser.[5] BV (2.0) = 1522[6]
  • BNDR-01B 
    A complete upgrade of the original design, the 01B variant replaces the XL engine with a Light Fusion Engine. To make up for the weight lost to the engine, the entire weapons arsenal has been reevaluated and the 'Mech carries a new weapons complement. The primary long-range weapons are a pair of LRM-5 launchers. For intermediate ranges, the 01B model carries an Ultra Autocannon/10 and a PPC providing it with a powerful punch. Finally, for close range combat, the 'Mech has four medium lasers and a Streak SRM-2 launcher.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,332, BV (2.0) = 1,630[7]

Custom Variants[edit]

  • BNDR-01A Bandersnatch Horus 
    A unique customized Bandersnatch which was created for ex–Nova Cat MechWarrior Horus. Equipped with Endo Steel, the 'Mech's weaponry had been almost completely refitted with the exception of the rear-firing medium lasers. In each arm, the 'Mech has been given a Class 20 Autocannon. It has 2 tons of CASE protected ammunition for the cannons in each side torso. For long-range firepower, it was fitted with a torso-mounted ER Large Laser. BV (1.0)=1,216[8]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Bandersnatch has the following Design Quirks:[9]

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 150–151: "BNDR-01A Bandersnatch"
  2. MUL online date for the Bandersnatch
  3. Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 61
  4. Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 94
  5. Technical Readout: 3085, p. 190
  6. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 101
  7. Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 95
  8. Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs p. 12 - Bandersnatch Horus - Custom Variant published by BattleCorps website.
  9. BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Bandersnatch Entry.

Bibliography[edit]