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| image        = Fire Falcon RGilClan v15.png
 
| image        = Fire Falcon RGilClan v15.png
 
| name        = ''Fire Falcon''
 
| name        = ''Fire Falcon''
| manufacturer = [[Ironhold Alpha Complex]]<ref name=TRO3058U/>
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| manufacturer =  
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[[Ironhold Alpha Complex]]<ref name=TRCIp6f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 10–11: "Dasher"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
 
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[[Olivetti Weapons]]<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref name=rg15p12/>
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[[Olivetti Weapons]]<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref name=rg15p12/>
 
|Tech Base = Clan
 
|Tech Base = Clan
 
|mech type =OmniMech
 
|mech type =OmniMech
 
|production year=3052
 
|production year=3052
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1070/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1070/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model= Prime
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|model= Prime<ref name=TRCIp6f />
 
|cost= 4,706,771 [[C-bill]]s
 
|cost= 4,706,771 [[C-bill]]s
 
| mass        = 25
 
| mass        = 25
| chassis      = [[JF 3 Light]] [[endo steel]]
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| chassis      = [[JF 3 Light Endo-Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| armor        = [[Compound JF]] [[ferro-fibrous]]
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| armor        = [[Compound JF Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| engine      = [[JF 200]] [[XL engine]]
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| engine      = [[JF 200 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| comsys      = [[JF Integrated]]
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| comsys      = [[JF Integrated]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| T&T          = [[Series JFVIII KITT]]
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| T&T          = [[Series JFVIII KITT]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| heat sinks  = 10 [[double heat sink]]s
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| heat sinks  = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| speed        = 130
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| speed        = 129 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
| armament    = Primary configuration
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| armament    = Primary configuration <!-- <ref name=TRCIp6f /> -->
* 2x [[Streak SRM-4]]s
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* 2x [[Streak SRM-4]]
* 1x [[Medium pulse laser]]
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* 1x [[medium pulse laser]]
* 2x [[ER medium laser]]s
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* 2x [[ER medium laser]]
* 2x [[ER small laser]]s
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* 2x [[ER small laser]]
 
| BV (1.0)    = 1,281<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 162-163, "Fire Falcon OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 137</ref>
 
| BV (1.0)    = 1,281<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 162-163, "Fire Falcon OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 137</ref>
| BV (2.0)    = 1,451<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 97</ref>
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| BV (2.0)    = 1,451 <ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 97</ref>
 
}}  
 
}}  
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Fire Falcon''''' was created in the early-3050s, apparently as a replacement for the ''[[Mist Lynx]]''; it is faster, has more front-facing armor, and more pod space, though it lacks the [[jump jet]]s of that earlier 'Mech. It makes use of weight-saving materials in the form of an [[XL engine]], an [[endo steel]] internal structure, and four tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. [[Clan Jade Falcon]] first produced this [[OmniMech]] on their capital of [[Ironhold]], but they soon began to produce it on the Occupation Zone headquarters of [[Sudeten]].<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 157-158, "Fire Falcon"</ref> In November of [[3069]], [[Clan Steel Viper]] would sack Ironhold as part that Clan's effort to expel the Jade Falcons from the [[Clan Homeworlds]]. The invasion would end up destroying the ''Fire Falcon''<nowiki>'</nowiki> production facilities, letting the design fade from use by Homeworlds based Clans.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 46-47 Exodus Requiem/The Vipers Strikes - Date & Events leading to the Invasion of Ironhold and Fire Falcon's factory's demise.</ref><ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17 Discarded Tools of War - Fire Falcon listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its main factory being complete loss.</ref>
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The '''''Fire Falcon''''' was created in the early-3050s, apparently as a replacement for the ''[[Mist Lynx]]''; it is faster, has more front-facing armor, and more pod space, though it lacks the [[jump jet]]s of that earlier 'Mech. It makes use of weight-saving materials in the form of an [[XL engine]], an [[endo steel]] internal structure, and four tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. [[Clan Jade Falcon]] first produced this [[OmniMech]] on their capital of [[Ironhold]], but they soon began to produce it on the Occupation Zone headquarters of [[Sudeten]].<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref name=TRO:3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 157-158, "Fire Falcon"</ref> In November of [[3069]], [[Clan Steel Viper]] would sack Ironhold as part that Clan's effort to expel the Jade Falcons from the [[Clan Homeworlds]]. The invasion would end up destroying the ''Fire Falcon''<nowiki>'</nowiki> production facilities, letting the design fade from use by Homeworlds based Clans.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 46-47 Exodus Requiem/The Vipers Strikes - Date & Events leading to the Invasion of Ironhold and Fire Falcon's factory's demise.</ref><ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17 Discarded Tools of War - Fire Falcon listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its main factory being complete loss.</ref>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The Primary configuration of the ''Fire Falcon'' is best at short to medium ranges where it can bring its twin [[Streak SRM-4]] launchers, [[medium pulse laser]], two [[ER medium laser]]s, and two [[ER small laser]]s to bear. While this barrage is powerful for a 'Mech its size, 10 [[double heat sink]]s are mostly able to keep the design cool.<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref name=TRO:3058/>
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The Primary configuration of the ''Fire Falcon'' is best at short to medium ranges where it can bring its twin [[Streak SRM-4]] launchers, [[medium pulse laser]], two [[ER medium laser]]s, and two [[ER small laser]]s to bear. While this barrage is powerful for a 'Mech its size, 10 [[double heat sink]]s are mostly able to keep the design cool.<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref name=TRO:3058/>
  
 
==Alternate Configurations==
 
==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A : This first variant uses an [[UAC/2]] and [[LRM-10]] to bombard from long range. An [[ER small laser]] provides close defense. BV (1.0) = 742<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 138</ref>, BV (2.0) = 822<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 98</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration A : This first variant uses an [[UAC/2]] and [[LRM-10]] to bombard from long range. An [[ER small laser]] provides close defense. BV (1.0) = 742<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 138</ref>, BV (2.0) = 822<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 98</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration B : This is also a long-range configuration that makes use of a pair of [[ER large laser]]s guided by a [[targeting computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,275<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 139</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,570<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 99</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration B : This is also a long-range configuration that makes use of a pair of [[ER large laser]]s guided by a [[targeting computer]]. BV (1.0) = 1,275<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 139</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,570<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 99</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration C : Designed for scouting and work against [[infantry]], the C uses an [[active probe]] to find hidden targets. To use against those targets, it carries one [[medium pulse laser]], one [[small pulse laser]], one [[ER small laser]], and a pair of [[SRM-6]]s. Against soft targets, four [[machine gun]]s provide ample infantry killing power. BV (1.0) = 930<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 140</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,004<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 100</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration C : Designed for scouting and work against [[infantry]], the C uses an [[active probe]] to find hidden targets. To use against those targets, it carries one [[medium pulse laser]], one [[small pulse laser]], one [[ER small laser]], and a pair of [[SRM-6]]s. Against soft targets, four [[machine gun]]s provide ample infantry killing power. BV (1.0) = 930<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 140</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,004<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 100</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration D : A spotter, the D carries [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] and a [[Narc missile beacon]]. If it gets caught in combat, it can use a pair of [[SRM-4]]s and one [[ER medium laser]]. BV (1.0) = 745<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 141</ref>, BV (2.0) = 826<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 101</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration D : A spotter, the D carries [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] and a [[Narc missile beacon]]. If it gets caught in combat, it can use a pair of [[SRM-4]]s and one [[ER medium laser]]. BV (1.0) = 745<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 141</ref>, BV (2.0) = 826<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 101</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration E : This variant uses a single [[ATM-12]] with three tons of ammo—enough to carry each of the different ammo types. BV (1.0) = 1,014<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 142</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,094<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 102</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration E : This variant uses a single [[ATM-12]] with three tons of ammo—enough to carry each of the different ammo types. BV (1.0) = 1,014<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 142</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,094<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 102</ref>
  
 
*; Alternate Configuration F : This variant is designed to destroy infantry and [[battle armor]]ed troops. Equipped with an [[active probe]] to sniff out targets, each side torso carries a [[Machine Gun Array]] with four [[machine gun]]s for infantry, while the arms each carry an [[ER micro laser]] and [[ER small laser]] to deal with battle armor. For heavier targets, the ''Fire Falcon'' F carries a single [[ER large laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,135<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 103</ref>
 
*; Alternate Configuration F : This variant is designed to destroy infantry and [[battle armor]]ed troops. Equipped with an [[active probe]] to sniff out targets, each side torso carries a [[Machine Gun Array]] with four [[machine gun]]s for infantry, while the arms each carry an [[ER micro laser]] and [[ER small laser]] to deal with battle armor. For heavier targets, the ''Fire Falcon'' F carries a single [[ER large laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,135<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 103</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration G : This variant carries a [[ProtoMech AC/4]] in the right arm and an [[improved heavy large laser]] in the left arm. One ton of autocannon ammunition is also carried. Finally, a [[supercharger]] allows the ''Fire Falcon'' to sprint at 160 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref name=rg15p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15'', p. 12</ref>
 
*; Alternate Configuration G : This variant carries a [[ProtoMech AC/4]] in the right arm and an [[improved heavy large laser]] in the left arm. One ton of autocannon ammunition is also carried. Finally, a [[supercharger]] allows the ''Fire Falcon'' to sprint at 160 km/h. BV (2.0) = 1,296<ref name=rg15p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15'', p. 12</ref>
  
*; Alternate Configuration H : The H configuration uses a pair of [[heavy medium laser]]s and a pair of [[heavy small laser]]s. Another pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s provide more accurate fire, while three additional [[double heat sink]]s keep the 'Mech cool. BV (1.0) = 1,003<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 143</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 37</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,162<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 104</ref>
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*; Alternate Configuration H : The H configuration uses a pair of [[heavy medium laser]]s and a pair of [[heavy small laser]]s. Another pair of [[medium pulse laser]]s provide more accurate fire, while three additional [[double heat sink]]s keep the 'Mech cool. BV (1.0) = 1,003<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 143</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 37</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,162<ref name=TRCIp6f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 104</ref>
  
 
*; Alternate Configuration I : This striker configuration carries a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s in each arm, supported by another ER medium laser in the right torso and a [[plasma cannon]] with a ton of ammunition in the left torso. An extra [[double heat sink]] is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,135<ref name=rg15p12/>
 
*; Alternate Configuration I : This striker configuration carries a pair of [[ER medium laser]]s in each arm, supported by another ER medium laser in the right torso and a [[plasma cannon]] with a ton of ammunition in the left torso. An extra [[double heat sink]] is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,135<ref name=rg15p12/>
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==Related BattleMechs==
 
==Related BattleMechs==
 
*''[[Stiletto]]'' - Using examples of the ''Fire Falcon'' salvaged in the wake of the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Battle of Coventry]], [[Coventry Metal Works]] would reverse engineer the chassis to develop the standard [[Inner Sphere]] [[BattleMech]] called the ''Stiletto''.<ref name="TRO:3067p56">''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 56-57, "STO-4A Stiletto"</ref>  
 
*''[[Stiletto]]'' - Using examples of the ''Fire Falcon'' salvaged in the wake of the [[Jade Falcon Incursion (3058)|Battle of Coventry]], [[Coventry Metal Works]] would reverse engineer the chassis to develop the standard [[Inner Sphere]] [[BattleMech]] called the ''Stiletto''.<ref name="TRO:3067p56">''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 56-57, "STO-4A Stiletto"</ref>  
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==Notable Pilots==
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:''See [[:Category:Notable Fire Falcon Pilots]]''
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
 
* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Brandfalke''', which literally means ''Blaze Falcon''.
 
* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Brandfalke''', which literally means ''Blaze Falcon''.
 
* Plastic Fire Falcon Prime is included in [[https://www.sarna.net/wiki/BattleTech:_Clan_Ad_Hoc_Star]]
 
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
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CCG Arsenal Fire Falcon C.jpg|''Fire Falcon'' C in battle from ''CCG''
 
CCG Arsenal Fire Falcon C.jpg|''Fire Falcon'' C in battle from ''CCG''
 
CCG Crusade Fire Falcon D.jpg|''Fire Falcon'' D in combat from ''CCG''
 
CCG Crusade Fire Falcon D.jpg|''Fire Falcon'' D in combat from ''CCG''
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Fire Falcon BTCAHS.jpg|''Fire Falcon'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Ad Hoc Star]]''
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  

Revision as of 21:42, 16 January 2023

Fire Falcon
Fire Falcon
Production information
Manufacturer Ironhold Alpha Complex[1]

Olivetti Weapons[1][2]

Production Year 3052[3]
Model Prime[1]
Class Light
Cost 4,706,771 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan OmniMech
Mass 25 tons
Chassis JF 3 Light Endo-Steel
Armor Compound JF Ferro-Fibrous
Engine JF 200 XL
Communications System JF Integrated
Targeting Tracking System Series JFVIII KITT
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 129 km/h
Armament

Primary configuration

BV (1.0) 1,281[4][5]
BV (2.0) 1,451 [1][6]


Description

The Fire Falcon was created in the early-3050s, apparently as a replacement for the Mist Lynx; it is faster, has more front-facing armor, and more pod space, though it lacks the jump jets of that earlier 'Mech. It makes use of weight-saving materials in the form of an XL engine, an endo steel internal structure, and four tons of ferro-fibrous armor. Clan Jade Falcon first produced this OmniMech on their capital of Ironhold, but they soon began to produce it on the Occupation Zone headquarters of Sudeten.[1][7] In November of 3069, Clan Steel Viper would sack Ironhold as part that Clan's effort to expel the Jade Falcons from the Clan Homeworlds. The invasion would end up destroying the Fire Falcon' production facilities, letting the design fade from use by Homeworlds based Clans.[8][9]

Weapons and Equipment

The Primary configuration of the Fire Falcon is best at short to medium ranges where it can bring its twin Streak SRM-4 launchers, medium pulse laser, two ER medium lasers, and two ER small lasers to bear. While this barrage is powerful for a 'Mech its size, 10 double heat sinks are mostly able to keep the design cool.[1][7]

Alternate Configurations

  • Alternate Configuration E 
    This variant uses a single ATM-12 with three tons of ammo—enough to carry each of the different ammo types. BV (1.0) = 1,014[4][18], BV (2.0) = 1,094[1][19]
  • Alternate Configuration I 
    This striker configuration carries a pair of ER medium lasers in each arm, supported by another ER medium laser in the right torso and a plasma cannon with a ton of ammunition in the left torso. An extra double heat sink is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,135[2]

Design Quirks

The Fire Falcon has the following Design Quirks:[24]

Related BattleMechs

Notable Pilots

See Category:Notable Fire Falcon Pilots

Notes

  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Brandfalke, which literally means Blaze Falcon.

Gallery

References

  1. 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 Technical Readout: Clan Invasion, pp. 10–11: "Dasher"
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 15, p. 12
  3. MUL online date for the Fire Falcon
  4. 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 162-163, "Fire Falcon OmniMech Profile"
  5. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 137
  6. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 97
  7. 7.0 7.1 Technical Readout: 3058, pp. 157-158, "Fire Falcon"
  8. The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 46-47 Exodus Requiem/The Vipers Strikes - Date & Events leading to the Invasion of Ironhold and Fire Falcon's factory's demise.
  9. The Wars of Reaving Supplemental, p. 17 Discarded Tools of War - Fire Falcon listed as among the 'Mechs phased out due to its main factory being complete loss.
  10. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 138
  11. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 98
  12. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 139
  13. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 99
  14. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 140
  15. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 100
  16. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 141
  17. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 101
  18. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 142
  19. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 102
  20. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 103
  21. Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 143
  22. Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 37
  23. Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 104
  24. BattleMech Manual, p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Fire Falcon Entry.
  25. Technical Readout: 3067, pp. 56-57, "STO-4A Stiletto"

Bibliography