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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Exterminator'' is a [[ | + | The '''''Exterminator''''' is a [[BattleMech]] that was designed for the most dubious, but necessary, of purposes: headhunting. The ''Exterminator'' was outfitted with a special [[Null Signature System]] that allowed it to easily infiltrate enemy lines. Once the ''Exterminator'' had breached the enemy's rear, its mission was to find and destroy as much of the enemy's command structure as possible. This mission profile included attacking [[Mobile Headquarters]], field bases and command level officers. It was widely believed that the ''Exterminator'' had not survived the fighting of the [[First Succession War]] as there were lances whose sole mission was to hunt down and destroy this type of 'Mech. It was later discovered that the ''Exterminator'' still existed in [[ComStar]]'s private army, the [[ComGuard]]. |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The weapons used by the ''Exterminator'' are not nearly as unique or high tech as the electronics on board. The primary weapons of the Exterminator are four Averell Highpoint [[Medium Laser]]s. For long range engagements, the [['Mech]] also carries a Deadeye-10 [[LRM-10]] launcher. These weapons are backed up by a single Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]] for when engagements close to point blank range and for defense against missile attacks the ''Exterminator'' has a Buzzsaw [[Anti-Missile System]]. | + | The weapons used by the ''Exterminator'' are not nearly as unique or high tech as the electronics on board. The primary weapons of the Exterminator are four Averell Highpoint [[Medium Laser]]s. For long range engagements, the [['Mech]] also carries a Deadeye-10 [[LRM-10]] launcher. These weapons are backed up by a single Dinatech Mark III [[Small Laser]] for when engagements close to point blank range, and, for defense against missile attacks, the ''Exterminator'' has a Buzzsaw [[Anti-Missile System]]. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *EXT-4A - The 4A is what became of the ''Exterminator'' after the [[Succession Wars]]. The [['Mech]] was revived by Kallon Industries when they came across blueprints for the design. The resulting 'Mech resembles the ''Exterminator'' outwardly and carries an almost identical weapons load but otherwise is not the same machine. The only weapons change is the use of a [[Machine Gun]] in place of the [[Anti-Missile System]]. The speed has been reduced by about ten km/h and the [['Mech]] uses a standard engine. The armor is still identical to that of the original ''Exterminator'', but unfortunately the [[Null Signature System]] could not be translated into [[3025]] technology. BV (1.0) = 1,067, BV (2.0) = 1,345 | + | *EXT-4A - The 4A is what became of the ''Exterminator'' after the [[Succession Wars]]. The [['Mech]] was revived by [[Kallon Industries]] when they came across blueprints for the design in [[3007]]. The resulting 'Mech resembles the ''Exterminator'' outwardly and carries an almost identical weapons load but otherwise is not the same machine. The only weapons change is the use of a [[Machine Gun]] in place of the [[Anti-Missile System]]. The speed has been reduced by about ten km/h and the [['Mech]] uses a standard engine. The armor is still identical to that of the original ''Exterminator'', but unfortunately the [[Null Signature System]] could not be translated into [[3025]] technology. BV (1.0) = 1,067, BV (2.0) = 1,345 |
| − | *EXT-5E - The 5E is a complete upgrade of the ''Exterminator'' and its primary mission is closing with enemy units to deliver improved Narc pods. The 5E has an [[improved Narc Missile Beacon]] launcher and also has had all four of its | + | *EXT-5E - The 5E is a complete upgrade of the ''Exterminator'' and its primary mission is closing with enemy units to deliver improved Narc pods. The 5E has an [[improved Narc Missile Beacon]] launcher and also has had all four of its Medium Lasers upgraded to [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The jump jets have been removed from the chassis to make room for an [[improved C3 computer]]. To make up for the lack of jumping capabilities, a [[MASC]] system has been installed, allowing for an augmented speed of up to 129.6 km/h. BV (1.0) = 1,253, BV (2.0) = 1,431 |
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| + | *EXT-5F - This upgrade of the 5E replaces the lasers with paired [[Light PPC]]s. The Narc launcher is replaced with an [[MML 7]] with two tons of ammunition and an [[ER Small Laser]]. These modifications change it from a headhunter to a ranged support 'Mech. BV (2.0) = ??? | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
*[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]] | *[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]] | ||
*[[Record Sheets: 3050]] | *[[Record Sheets: 3050]] | ||
| + | *[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]] | ||
*[[Record Sheets: 3067]] | *[[Record Sheets: 3067]] | ||
*[[Technical Readout: 2750]] | *[[Technical Readout: 2750]] | ||
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*[[Technical Readout: 3050]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3050]] | ||
*[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]] | ||
| + | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:1001-1500 BV BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:SLDF 2750 BattleMechs]] | [[Category:SLDF 2750 BattleMechs]] | ||
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Revision as of 20:49, 17 April 2008
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| Exterminator | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | General Systems |
| Model | EXT-4D |
| Class | Heavy |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 65 tons |
| Chassis | SL Special |
| Armor | Fibrolyte Armorscale |
| Engine | Magna 390 XL |
| Speed | 97.2 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Chevron II |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,220 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,385 |
Contents
Description
The Exterminator is a BattleMech that was designed for the most dubious, but necessary, of purposes: headhunting. The Exterminator was outfitted with a special Null Signature System that allowed it to easily infiltrate enemy lines. Once the Exterminator had breached the enemy's rear, its mission was to find and destroy as much of the enemy's command structure as possible. This mission profile included attacking Mobile Headquarters, field bases and command level officers. It was widely believed that the Exterminator had not survived the fighting of the First Succession War as there were lances whose sole mission was to hunt down and destroy this type of 'Mech. It was later discovered that the Exterminator still existed in ComStar's private army, the ComGuard.
Armament
The weapons used by the Exterminator are not nearly as unique or high tech as the electronics on board. The primary weapons of the Exterminator are four Averell Highpoint Medium Lasers. For long range engagements, the 'Mech also carries a Deadeye-10 LRM-10 launcher. These weapons are backed up by a single Dinatech Mark III Small Laser for when engagements close to point blank range, and, for defense against missile attacks, the Exterminator has a Buzzsaw Anti-Missile System.
Variants
- EXT-4A - The 4A is what became of the Exterminator after the Succession Wars. The 'Mech was revived by Kallon Industries when they came across blueprints for the design in 3007. The resulting 'Mech resembles the Exterminator outwardly and carries an almost identical weapons load but otherwise is not the same machine. The only weapons change is the use of a Machine Gun in place of the Anti-Missile System. The speed has been reduced by about ten km/h and the 'Mech uses a standard engine. The armor is still identical to that of the original Exterminator, but unfortunately the Null Signature System could not be translated into 3025 technology. BV (1.0) = 1,067, BV (2.0) = 1,345
- EXT-5E - The 5E is a complete upgrade of the Exterminator and its primary mission is closing with enemy units to deliver improved Narc pods. The 5E has an improved Narc Missile Beacon launcher and also has had all four of its Medium Lasers upgraded to ER Medium Lasers. The jump jets have been removed from the chassis to make room for an improved C3 computer. To make up for the lack of jumping capabilities, a MASC system has been installed, allowing for an augmented speed of up to 129.6 km/h. BV (1.0) = 1,253, BV (2.0) = 1,431
- EXT-5F - This upgrade of the 5E replaces the lasers with paired Light PPCs. The Narc launcher is replaced with an MML 7 with two tons of ammunition and an ER Small Laser. These modifications change it from a headhunter to a ranged support 'Mech. BV (2.0) = ???