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| communications system = [[Rander 200]] | | communications system = [[Rander 200]] | ||
| tracking & targeting system = [[Rander TA5]] | | tracking & targeting system = [[Rander TA5]] | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 25 | + | | heat sinks = 25 [[single heat sink]]s |
| BV (1.0) = 1,554<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 289</ref><br>1,154<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 160</ref> | | BV (1.0) = 1,554<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 289</ref><br>1,154<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 160</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Designed by the [[Star League]], the heavy ''Chippewa'' isn't extremely fast, but it has an impressive array of armament. Mostly used in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]], the ''Chippewa'' has become [[House Steiner]]'s main heavy fighter. Prior to the start of the [[First Succession War]], Steiner captured the [[Bowie Industries]] plant on [[Dell]], where W5 models were produced until [[House Kurita]] successfully destroyed the plant in a raid. | + | Designed by the [[Star League]], the heavy ''Chippewa'' isn't extremely fast, but it has an impressive array of armament. Mostly used in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]], the ''Chippewa'' has become [[House Steiner]]'s main heavy fighter. Prior to the start of the [[First Succession War]], Steiner captured the [[Bowie Industries]] plant on [[Dell]], where W5 models were produced until [[House Kurita]] successfully destroyed the plant in a raid. Another major production site was the [[Bowie Industries]] on [[Wyatt]] until 3068, when the [[Word of Blake]] nuked it during the [[Jihad]].<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots 3072'' p. 17</ref> |
| − | Another major production site was the [[Bowie Industries]] on [[Wyatt]] until 3068, when the [[Word of Blake]] nuked it during the [[Jihad]].<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots 3072'' p. 17</ref> | ||
A heavy fighter, the ''Chippewa'' utilizes its large wings to provide added maneuverability when fighting in an atmosphere. The outer portions of each wing can retract inward, allowing for the fighter to be stored aboard transports more easily. | A heavy fighter, the ''Chippewa'' utilizes its large wings to provide added maneuverability when fighting in an atmosphere. The outer portions of each wing can retract inward, allowing for the fighter to be stored aboard transports more easily. | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Short or long range, it is best to stay away from a ''Chippewa''. With the [[Exostar]] [[LRM-15]] and [[SRM-6]] racks to the front, backed up by two [[Martell]] [[medium laser]]s in the nose and four [[McCorkel]] [[large laser]]s in the wings, the ''Chippewa'' can lay down a devastating first strike. For rear protection, two [[McCorkel]] [[small laser]]s are mounted in the tail. The ''Chippewa'' was the first SLDF fighter to mount specialized [[Laser Insulator]]s. However, the technological know-how to produce this insulation was lost during the Succession Wars and later models were built without them. | + | Short or long range, it is best to stay away from a ''Chippewa''. With the [[Exostar]] [[LRM-15]] and [[SRM-6]] racks to the front, backed up by two [[Martell]] [[medium laser]]s in the nose and four [[McCorkel]] [[large laser]]s in the wings, the ''Chippewa'' can lay down a devastating first strike. For rear protection, two [[McCorkel]] [[small laser]]s are mounted in the tail. The ''Chippewa'' was the first SLDF fighter to mount specialized [[Laser Insulator]]s. However, the technological know-how to produce this insulation was lost during the [[Succession Wars]] and later models were built without them. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;CHP-W5b : This version of the ''Chippewa'' drops the SRM-6 and upgrades the large | + | *;CHP-W5b : This version of the ''Chippewa'' drops the [[SRM-6]] and upgrades the [[large laser]]s to [[ER Large Laser|extended range models]]. It also adds [[Artemis IV]] to the LRM racks and carries 25 [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 2,051<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 89</ref><ref name=HOKp161>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p.161</ref> |
*;CHP-W7 : A [[House Steiner]] upgrade of the CHP-W5 using recovered technology, the CHP-W7 ''Chippewa'' features [[double heat sink]]s, an [[XL engine]], [[ferro-aluminum]] armor, and all lasers upgraded to [[pulse laser]] variants.<ref>''Objective Raids'', p. 78</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,487<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 290</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 161</ref> , BV (2.0) = ?? | *;CHP-W7 : A [[House Steiner]] upgrade of the CHP-W5 using recovered technology, the CHP-W7 ''Chippewa'' features [[double heat sink]]s, an [[XL engine]], [[ferro-aluminum]] armor, and all lasers upgraded to [[pulse laser]] variants.<ref>''Objective Raids'', p. 78</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,487<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 290</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 161</ref> , BV (2.0) = ?? | ||
| − | *; CHP-W7T : Based on the W7 this variant changes the large pulse | + | *; CHP-W7T : Based on the W7 this variant changes the [[large pulse laser]]s to a pair of [[snub-nose PPC]]s and a pair of [[plasma rifle]]s in the wings. The LRM launchers are upgraded with [[Artemis IV]] systems. BV (1.0) = 1,262<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 291</ref> |
| − | *;CHP-W8 : This variant exchanges the LRM and SRM launchers in the nose for an [[MML-7]] with Artemis IV for better close combat ability. BV (1.0) = 1,484<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 294</ref> | + | *;CHP-W8 : This variant exchanges the LRM and SRM launchers in the nose for an [[MML-7]] with [[Artemis IV]] for better close combat ability. BV (1.0) = 1,484<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 294</ref> |
| − | *;CHP-W10 : A [[House Davion]] modification that eliminates two of the [[ | + | *;CHP-W10 : A [[House Davion]] modification that eliminates two of the [[large laser]]s for an extra nine and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,516<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 288</ref> (1,487)<ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 162</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,820 |
==Related Aerospace Fighters== | ==Related Aerospace Fighters== | ||
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== Custom Variants == | == Custom Variants == | ||
| − | *;CHP-X-P ''Chippewa'' Gladstone : The personal ''Chippewa'' of Michael Gladstone, a deserter from the [[Lyran Regulars]], the ''Chippewa Gladstone'' can be found near the [[Rim Collection]] acting as an escort for various merchant | + | *;CHP-X-P ''Chippewa'' Gladstone : The personal ''Chippewa'' of [[Michael Gladstone]], a deserter from the [[Lyran Regulars]], the ''Chippewa Gladstone'' can be found near the [[Rim Collection]] acting as an escort for various merchant [[DropShip]]s and [[JumpShip]]s. Modified to carry a pair of [[ELRM-15]] launchers in the nose, Gladstone can engage enemy forces from much further out than they expect. The [[standard armor]] has been removed and replaced with [[laser reflective armor]], which means energy weapons are far less effective against the ''Chippewa''. If an enemy does manage to close with Gladstone they'll receive a rude shock: ten [[ER medium laser]]s and enough [[double heat sink]]s to use them. In the technology-starved Periphery, the ''Chippewa Gladstone'' is one of the most effective and fearsome [[aerospace fighter]]s in service. BV (2.0) = 1,635<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 13</ref> |
| − | *;''Chippewa'' Manfred : This custom ''Chippewa'' is based on a CHP-W7 airframe. Four double heat | + | *;''Chippewa'' Manfred : This custom ''Chippewa'' is based on a CHP-W7 airframe. Four [[double heat sink]]s, one [[SRM-6]], and one [[LRM-15]] have been removed and replaced by a [[heavy Gauss rifle]]. The ''Chippewa'' is protected by 10 tons of [[ferro-aluminum]] armor. BV (1.0) = 1,956<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique Fighters'', p. 5</ref> |
== Notable Pilots == | == Notable Pilots == | ||
Revision as of 17:12, 5 August 2022
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| Chippewa | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Bowie Industries
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| Production Year | 2584[1] |
| Model | CHP-W5 |
| Class | Heavy |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Cost | 5,410,530 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 90 tons |
| Structural Integrity | 9 |
| Frame | Bowie 50 |
| Power Plant | PlasmaStar 270 |
| Fuel | 400 - 5 tons |
| Armament |
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| Communications System | Rander 200 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | Rander TA5 |
| Heat Sinks | 25 single heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 1,554[3] 1,154[4] |
Contents
Description
Designed by the Star League, the heavy Chippewa isn't extremely fast, but it has an impressive array of armament. Mostly used in the Lyran Commonwealth, the Chippewa has become House Steiner's main heavy fighter. Prior to the start of the First Succession War, Steiner captured the Bowie Industries plant on Dell, where W5 models were produced until House Kurita successfully destroyed the plant in a raid. Another major production site was the Bowie Industries on Wyatt until 3068, when the Word of Blake nuked it during the Jihad.[5]
A heavy fighter, the Chippewa utilizes its large wings to provide added maneuverability when fighting in an atmosphere. The outer portions of each wing can retract inward, allowing for the fighter to be stored aboard transports more easily.
Weapons and Equipment
Short or long range, it is best to stay away from a Chippewa. With the Exostar LRM-15 and SRM-6 racks to the front, backed up by two Martell medium lasers in the nose and four McCorkel large lasers in the wings, the Chippewa can lay down a devastating first strike. For rear protection, two McCorkel small lasers are mounted in the tail. The Chippewa was the first SLDF fighter to mount specialized Laser Insulators. However, the technological know-how to produce this insulation was lost during the Succession Wars and later models were built without them.
Variants
- CHP-W5b
- This version of the Chippewa drops the SRM-6 and upgrades the large lasers to extended range models. It also adds Artemis IV to the LRM racks and carries 25 double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,051[6][7]
- CHP-W7
- A House Steiner upgrade of the CHP-W5 using recovered technology, the CHP-W7 Chippewa features double heat sinks, an XL engine, ferro-aluminum armor, and all lasers upgraded to pulse laser variants.[8] BV (1.0) = 1,487[9][10] , BV (2.0) = ??
- CHP-W7T
- Based on the W7 this variant changes the large pulse lasers to a pair of snub-nose PPCs and a pair of plasma rifles in the wings. The LRM launchers are upgraded with Artemis IV systems. BV (1.0) = 1,262[11]
- CHP-W8
- This variant exchanges the LRM and SRM launchers in the nose for an MML-7 with Artemis IV for better close combat ability. BV (1.0) = 1,484[12]
- CHP-W10
- A House Davion modification that eliminates two of the large lasers for an extra nine and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,516[13] (1,487)[14], BV (2.0) = 1,820
Related Aerospace Fighters
- Chippewa IIC - The Chippewa IIC was developed and used by Clan Mongoose during the Golden Century. Keeping with the heavy-hitting role of the original Chippewa, the IIC mated an advanced targeting computer to several ER lasers, while Streak SRMs and LRMs rounded out the weaponry. BV (2.0) = 3,341[15]
Custom Variants
- CHP-X-P Chippewa Gladstone
- The personal Chippewa of Michael Gladstone, a deserter from the Lyran Regulars, the Chippewa Gladstone can be found near the Rim Collection acting as an escort for various merchant DropShips and JumpShips. Modified to carry a pair of ELRM-15 launchers in the nose, Gladstone can engage enemy forces from much further out than they expect. The standard armor has been removed and replaced with laser reflective armor, which means energy weapons are far less effective against the Chippewa. If an enemy does manage to close with Gladstone they'll receive a rude shock: ten ER medium lasers and enough double heat sinks to use them. In the technology-starved Periphery, the Chippewa Gladstone is one of the most effective and fearsome aerospace fighters in service. BV (2.0) = 1,635[16]
- Chippewa Manfred
- This custom Chippewa is based on a CHP-W7 airframe. Four double heat sinks, one SRM-6, and one LRM-15 have been removed and replaced by a heavy Gauss rifle. The Chippewa is protected by 10 tons of ferro-aluminum armor. BV (1.0) = 1,956[17]
Notable Pilots
Gallery
Original CHP-W5 Chippewa from TRO:3025
CHP-W5 Chippewa from TRO:3025 Revised
Gladstone-variant of Chippewa from XTRO:Pirates
Chippewa from manual of MechWarrior 4: Vengeance
Notes
- Author Blaine Lee Pardoe stated in a blog entry that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the Chippewa was among the aerospace fighters for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. He named it after his college mascot.
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Chippewa
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 289
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 289
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 160
- ↑ Jihad Hot Spots 3072 p. 17
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 89
- ↑ Historical: Operation Klondike, p.161
- ↑ Objective Raids, p. 78
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 290
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 161
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 291
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 294
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 288
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 162
- ↑ Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 36
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates, p. 13
- ↑ Record Sheets: Unique Fighters, p. 5
Bibliography
- AeroTech 2 Record Sheets
- Era Digest: Golden Century
- Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Objective Raids
- Record Sheets: 3039
- Record Sheets: Operation Klondike
- Record Sheets: Unique Fighters
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3025 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3057