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| − | * BJ-1DB - The 1DB ''Blackjack'' is a variant intended to increase the 'Mechs lethality. The two autocannons have been replaced with two [[large laser]]s and several [[heat sink]]s have been added to the design to handle the extra heat load. BV (1.0) = 881 | + | * BJ-1DB - The 1DB ''Blackjack'' is a variant intended to increase the 'Mechs lethality. The two autocannons have been replaced with two [[large laser]]s and several [[heat sink]]s have been added to the design to handle the extra heat load. BV (1.0) = 881, BV (2.0) = 1,015 |
| − | * BJ-1DC - The 1DC ''Blackjack'' sacrifices the 'Mechs jumping ability in order to add two [[small laser]]s and additional heat sinks to deal with the additional heat load. BV (1.0) = 718 | + | * BJ-1DC - The 1DC ''Blackjack'' sacrifices the 'Mechs jumping ability in order to add two [[small laser]]s and additional heat sinks to deal with the additional heat load. BV (1.0) = 718, BV (2.0) = 917 |
| − | * BJ-2 - The BJ-2 upgrade of the ''Blackjack'' upgrades the 'Mech with two [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Streak SRM 2]] launchers. This variant also upgrades the heat sinks to double strength versions. [note, the BJ-2 was errata'd to use [[double heat sinks]] by [[FASA]] corporation after its release] BV (1.0) = | + | * BJ-2 - The BJ-2 upgrade of the ''Blackjack'' upgrades the 'Mech with two [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Streak SRM 2]] launchers. This variant also upgrades the heat sinks to double strength versions. [note, the BJ-2 was errata'd to use [[double heat sinks]] by [[FASA]] corporation after its release] BV (1.0) = 1,050, BV (2.0) = 1,148 |
| − | * BJ-3 - The [[St. Ives Compact]] upgraded their ''Blackjack''s to this configuration when they were still a part of the [[Capellan Confederation]], during the [[Fourth Succession War]]. The [['Mech]]s cary two [[PPC]]s and four [[Medium Laser]]s and used [[double heat sink]]s to dissipate the extra heat. The majority of the BJ-3 models were turned over to the [[Federated Suns]] by the Compact after the Fourth Succession War. BV (1.0) = 1,099 | + | * BJ-3 - The [[St. Ives Compact]] upgraded their ''Blackjack''s to this configuration when they were still a part of the [[Capellan Confederation]], during the [[Fourth Succession War]]. The [['Mech]]s cary two [[PPC]]s and four [[Medium Laser]]s and used [[double heat sink]]s to dissipate the extra heat. The majority of the BJ-3 models were turned over to the [[Federated Suns]] by the Compact after the Fourth Succession War. BV (1.0) = 1,099, BV (2.0) = 1,271 |
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Revision as of 22:38, 2 August 2007
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| Blackjack | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Model | BJ-1 |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 45 tons |
| Chassis | GM BJ-I |
| Armor | Durallex Medium |
| Engine | GM 180 |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Whitworth Jetlift |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 795 |
| BV (2.0) | 949 |
Contents
Description
The Blackjack was designed by General Motors in a bid for a fire support and counter-insurgency 'Mech. The prototype version of the Blackjack was designed to carry flamers, but were replaced with two light autocannons in the production version of the 'Mech. In long range engagements, the Blackjack has lackluster performance. Where the 'Mech excels is in close quarters combat because its short ranged weapons, jumping distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters, and heavy armor make it a devastating street fighter.
Armament
The Blackjack carries two Whirlwind-L Autocannon/2s for long range, direct fire support. These autocannons provide excellent reach at the cost of damage capability. For close combat, the Blackjack has four Intek Medium Lasers. These lasers, when combined with the Blackjacks maneuverability, make the 'Mech very dangerous in an urban setting.
Variants
- BJ-1DB - The 1DB Blackjack is a variant intended to increase the 'Mechs lethality. The two autocannons have been replaced with two large lasers and several heat sinks have been added to the design to handle the extra heat load. BV (1.0) = 881, BV (2.0) = 1,015
- BJ-1DC - The 1DC Blackjack sacrifices the 'Mechs jumping ability in order to add two small lasers and additional heat sinks to deal with the additional heat load. BV (1.0) = 718, BV (2.0) = 917
- BJ-2 - The BJ-2 upgrade of the Blackjack upgrades the 'Mech with two ER Large Lasers and two Streak SRM 2 launchers. This variant also upgrades the heat sinks to double strength versions. [note, the BJ-2 was errata'd to use double heat sinks by FASA corporation after its release] BV (1.0) = 1,050, BV (2.0) = 1,148
- BJ-3 - The St. Ives Compact upgraded their Blackjacks to this configuration when they were still a part of the Capellan Confederation, during the Fourth Succession War. The 'Mechs cary two PPCs and four Medium Lasers and used double heat sinks to dissipate the extra heat. The majority of the BJ-3 models were turned over to the Federated Suns by the Compact after the Fourth Succession War. BV (1.0) = 1,099, BV (2.0) = 1,271