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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Centurion'' was originally designed to compliment the [[Trebuchet]] fire support [[BattleMech]]. To allow the ''Centurion'' to perform this duty it was equipped with a heavy and varied arsenal that | + | The ''Centurion'' was originally designed to compliment the [[Trebuchet]] fire support [[BattleMech]]. To allow the ''Centurion'' to perform this duty it was equipped with a heavy and varied arsenal that allows it to strike at enemy units at a variety of ranges. The top speed of the ''Centurion'' is 64.8 kph. While this is slower then the Trebuchet that it guards by 22 kph it is capable of keeping up with most fire support 'Mechs and the ''Centurion' has made a reputation for itself as a front line combat 'Mech. |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
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* CN9-AH - The CN9-AH ''Centurion'' is a variant of the 'Mech that removes the Autocannon/10 and the Medium Lasers and adds a single [[Autocannon/20]]. This modification greatly reduces the long range capabilities of the 'Mech but makes it an incredibly deadly close combat 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 749 | * CN9-AH - The CN9-AH ''Centurion'' is a variant of the 'Mech that removes the Autocannon/10 and the Medium Lasers and adds a single [[Autocannon/20]]. This modification greatly reduces the long range capabilities of the 'Mech but makes it an incredibly deadly close combat 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 749 | ||
| − | * CN9-AL - The AL variant is a variant of the ''Centurion'' that attempts to reduce the ammunition | + | * CN9-AL - The AL variant is a variant of the ''Centurion'' that attempts to reduce the ammunition dependency of the 'mech. The way that it achieves this is by removing the AUtocannon/10 and adding in its place a [[Large Laser]] and a [[Small Laser]]. Additionally six [[heat sink]]s were added to the design and an additional two and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 887 |
| − | * CN9-D - This | + | * CN9-D - This variant of the ''Centurion'' is the first of many upgrades with [[Star League]] technology. The chassis was re-engineered to use [[Endo Steel]] construction techniques. Next the power plant was changed from the standard engine to an [[extralight]] engine and in the process the maximum speed was increased to 97.2 kph. Finally the weapons were upgraded. The Autocannon/10 was upgraded to an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]] and an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system was added to the LRM launcher. The two Medium Lasers were retained. BV (1.0) = 940 |
| − | * CN9-D3 - The CN9-D3 | + | * CN9-D3 - The CN9-D3 variant is identical to the CN9-D ''Centurion'' with one exceptional difference. The D3 uses [[Triple Strength Myomer]] to increase its top speed up to 118.8 kph BV (1.0) = 1,018 |
| − | * CN9-D3D - The D3D | + | * CN9-D3D - The D3D variant of this 'Mech is a potent long-range sniper. It uses the same chassis and engine combination as the D3 variant. The 'Mech uses MASC to augment its movement to give it a maximum speed of 129.6 kph. The primary weapon on the D3D is a [[Light Gauss Rifle]]. For added long rage assistance the 'Mech carries an LRM 10 launcher and for close range combat it carries an ER Medium Laser. This is all protected with eight tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = 1,028 |
| − | * CN9-D4D - The D4D ''Centurion'' is almost identical to the D3D variant with two major modifications. First the engine has been downgraded to make more room for weapons on the 'Mech and the LRM 10 has been upgraded to a [[LRM 15]] with an Artemis IV fire control system for greater | + | * CN9-D4D - The D4D ''Centurion'' is almost identical to the D3D variant with two major modifications. First the engine has been downgraded to make more room for weapons on the 'Mech and the LRM 10 has been upgraded to a [[LRM 15]] with an Artemis IV fire control system for greater long-range support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,034 |
| − | * CN9-D5 - This variant of the ''Centurion'' is inspired by the CN9-D and uses the same engine and chassis. The 'Mech uses [[MASC]] to allow it speeds in bursts of up to 129.6 kph. The weapons have been greatly modified. The weapons compliment has been completely removed. The 'Mechs primary weapon is a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]. This is backed up by two [[ER Medium Laser]]s. To direct this firepower the 'Mech uses an advanced [[Targeting Computer]]. Additionally the 'Mech carries a [[c3 slave]] unit to allow it to share targeting data with its | + | * CN9-D5 - This variant of the ''Centurion'' is inspired by the CN9-D and uses the same engine and chassis. The 'Mech uses [[MASC]] to allow it speeds in bursts of up to 129.6 kph. The weapons have been greatly modified. The weapons compliment has been completely removed. The 'Mechs primary weapon is a [[Rotary Autocannon/5]]. This is backed up by two [[ER Medium Laser]]s. To direct this firepower the 'Mech uses an advanced [[Targeting Computer]]. Additionally the 'Mech carries a [[c3 slave]] unit to allow it to share targeting data with its lance mates. BV (1.0) = 1,376 |
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| + | * CN10-B - The CN10-B uses an Endo Steel chassis to save weight on the design. The 'Mech also retains its original ground speed and standard [[Fusion Engine]]. The 'Mech carries an LB-X Autocannon/10 as its primary weapon with a LRM 10 launcher with an Artemis IV fire control system. This is all backed up with a Medium Laser and a [[Medium Pulse Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,078 | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 10:03, 9 October 2006
[[Image: |191px|Centurion (BattleMech)]]
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| Centurion | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Corean Enterprises |
| Model | CN9-A |
| Class | Medium |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 50 tons tons |
| Chassis | Corean Model K7 |
| Armor | StarGuard III |
| Engine | Nissan 200 |
| Speed | 64.8 kph km/h |
| Jump Jets | none |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 772 |
Contents
Description
The Centurion was originally designed to compliment the Trebuchet fire support BattleMech. To allow the Centurion to perform this duty it was equipped with a heavy and varied arsenal that allows it to strike at enemy units at a variety of ranges. The top speed of the Centurion is 64.8 kph. While this is slower then the Trebuchet that it guards by 22 kph it is capable of keeping up with most fire support 'Mechs and the Centurion' has made a reputation for itself as a front line combat 'Mech.
Armament
The Centurion carries as its primary weapon a Luxor D-Series Autocannon/10 which gives the 'Mech a powerful direct fire capability. Also supporting the Centurions long range fire capability is a Luxor 3R LRM 10. The Luxor LRM allows the Centurion to both assist in a fire support and to be used against 'Mechs closing with the Centurion. As its last secondary weapons the Centurion carries two Photech 806c Medium Lasers. These lasers allow the 'Mech a good close range striking power against enemies who make it through the combined barrage of Autocannon and LRM fire.
Variants
- CN9-AH - The CN9-AH Centurion is a variant of the 'Mech that removes the Autocannon/10 and the Medium Lasers and adds a single Autocannon/20. This modification greatly reduces the long range capabilities of the 'Mech but makes it an incredibly deadly close combat 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 749
- CN9-AL - The AL variant is a variant of the Centurion that attempts to reduce the ammunition dependency of the 'mech. The way that it achieves this is by removing the AUtocannon/10 and adding in its place a Large Laser and a Small Laser. Additionally six heat sinks were added to the design and an additional two and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 887
- CN9-D - This variant of the Centurion is the first of many upgrades with Star League technology. The chassis was re-engineered to use Endo Steel construction techniques. Next the power plant was changed from the standard engine to an extralight engine and in the process the maximum speed was increased to 97.2 kph. Finally the weapons were upgraded. The Autocannon/10 was upgraded to an LB-X Autocannon/10 and an Artemis IV fire control system was added to the LRM launcher. The two Medium Lasers were retained. BV (1.0) = 940
- CN9-D3 - The CN9-D3 variant is identical to the CN9-D Centurion with one exceptional difference. The D3 uses Triple Strength Myomer to increase its top speed up to 118.8 kph BV (1.0) = 1,018
- CN9-D3D - The D3D variant of this 'Mech is a potent long-range sniper. It uses the same chassis and engine combination as the D3 variant. The 'Mech uses MASC to augment its movement to give it a maximum speed of 129.6 kph. The primary weapon on the D3D is a Light Gauss Rifle. For added long rage assistance the 'Mech carries an LRM 10 launcher and for close range combat it carries an ER Medium Laser. This is all protected with eight tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. BV (1.0) = 1,028
- CN9-D4D - The D4D Centurion is almost identical to the D3D variant with two major modifications. First the engine has been downgraded to make more room for weapons on the 'Mech and the LRM 10 has been upgraded to a LRM 15 with an Artemis IV fire control system for greater long-range support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,034
- CN9-D5 - This variant of the Centurion is inspired by the CN9-D and uses the same engine and chassis. The 'Mech uses MASC to allow it speeds in bursts of up to 129.6 kph. The weapons have been greatly modified. The weapons compliment has been completely removed. The 'Mechs primary weapon is a Rotary Autocannon/5. This is backed up by two ER Medium Lasers. To direct this firepower the 'Mech uses an advanced Targeting Computer. Additionally the 'Mech carries a c3 slave unit to allow it to share targeting data with its lance mates. BV (1.0) = 1,376
- CN10-B - The CN10-B uses an Endo Steel chassis to save weight on the design. The 'Mech also retains its original ground speed and standard Fusion Engine. The 'Mech carries an LB-X Autocannon/10 as its primary weapon with a LRM 10 launcher with an Artemis IV fire control system. This is all backed up with a Medium Laser and a Medium Pulse Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,078