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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Firebee.jpg | |image=Firebee.jpg | ||
| − | |name=Firebee | + | |name=''Firebee'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Confederation Defense Corporation]] | + | |manufacturer= |
| + | [[Bell Refit Yards]]<ref name=OFS7>''Objectives: Federated Suns'', p. 7</ref> | ||
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| + | [[Confederation Defense Corporation]] (destroyed in [[First Succession War|FSW]])<ref name=TRSWp32f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 32–33: "FRB-2E Firebee"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3075 --> | ||
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[[Hellespont Industrials]] | [[Hellespont Industrials]] | ||
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|production year=2483 | |production year=2483 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1079/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1079/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | |model=FRB-2E | + | |model=FRB-2E<ref name=TRSWp32f /> |
| − | |cost= 2,536,830 C- | + | |cost= 2,536,830 [[C-bill]]s |
|introduced=[[2472]]<ref name=xtrop3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3'', p. 3</ref> | |introduced=[[2472]]<ref name=xtrop3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3'', p. 3</ref> | ||
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
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|feet=biped | |feet=biped | ||
|mass=35 | |mass=35 | ||
| − | |chassis=Confederated 5 | + | |chassis=[[Confederated 5]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |armor=Ceres Shield 2.2 | + | |armor=[[Ceres Shield 2.2]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |engine=[[Omni 175]] | + | |engine=[[Omni 175]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |comsys=[[Zenith Sqwak Box 4]] | + | |comsys=[[Zenith Sqwak Box 4]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |T&T=[[ | + | |T&T=[[Maui Missile Trak]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |heat sinks=10 | + | |heat sinks=10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |speed=86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Anderson Propulsion 12]] | + | |jumpjets=[[Anderson Propulsion 12]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament= <!-- <ref name=TRSWp32f /> --> |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[large laser]] |
| − | *4x [[SRM-2]] | + | * 4x [[SRM-2]] |
|BV (1.0)=?? | |BV (1.0)=?? | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)=808<ref name=TRO:3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 242-243, "Firebee Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 140</ref> | + | |BV (2.0)=808<ref name=TRSWp32f /><ref name=TRO:3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 242-243, "Firebee Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 227</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 140</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Originally designated the '''"Weapon-Armed 'Mech-Alpha"''', the first generation [[BattleMech]] produced by the [[Capellan Confederation]] in [[Introduction Year::2483]] was widely known for its use of [[Inferno]] missiles. After | + | Originally designated the '''"Weapon-Armed 'Mech-Alpha"''', the first generation [[BattleMech]] produced by the [[Capellan Confederation]] in [[Introduction Year::2483]] was widely known for its use of [[Inferno (Missile)|Inferno]] missiles. After 11 years of service, a second generation model began production on [[Boardwalk]], and observers noted that this second-generation version was not a "WAM-B", but a "Fire-B" prompting the BattleMech to be redesignated as the '''FRB-1E ''Firebee'''''. Eventually a third generation ''Firebee'' began production on [[Exedor]] in [[2524]]. This factory continued production until its destruction in the beginning phases of the [[First Succession War]].<ref name=TRO:3075/>. With its aggressive role of anti-tank warfare, the ''Firebee'' would not see combat past the 2900's. |
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| − | Eventually a third generation Firebee began production on [[Exedor]] in [[2524]] This factory continued production until | ||
The ''Firebee'' has a top speed of 86 km/h, fast for a light 'Mech of its day. It was also quite maneuverable, with enough [[jump jet]]s to leap 150 meters in the air. Six tons of armor provides significant protection for such a small machine.<ref name=TRO:3075/> | The ''Firebee'' has a top speed of 86 km/h, fast for a light 'Mech of its day. It was also quite maneuverable, with enough [[jump jet]]s to leap 150 meters in the air. Six tons of armor provides significant protection for such a small machine.<ref name=TRO:3075/> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The | + | The ''Firebee'' mounts a [[Star Cutter 80cm]] [[large laser]], giving it respectable firepower at range, while up close four [[Maui Crossbow]] [[SRM-2]] launchers can unleash a dangerous eight missile burst. With its two tons of ammunition for the SRM launchers, [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] can use either inferno or standard missiles. Either way, the ''Firebee'' is a potent anti-vehicle platform.<ref name=TRO:3075/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;WAM-B/FRB-1E : The original ''Firebee'' used a single [[LRM-5]] backed up by a trio of [[SRM-2]]s. The [[ | + | *; WAM-B/FRB-1E : The original ''Firebee'' used a single [[LRM-5]] backed up by a trio of [[SRM-2]]s. The [[primitive engine]] provided a top speed of 85 km/h, more than enough to engage armored vehicles, infantry, and supporting heavier units. However, the lack of [[jump jet]]s, combined with six and a half tons of [[primitive armor]], forced pilots to pay attention to the terrain to insure they could move effectively.<ref name=TRSWp32f /><ref name=xtrop3/> BV (2.0) = 452<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 228</ref> |
| − | *;FRB-3E : Two ''Firebees'' | + | *; FRB-3E : Two ''Firebees'' left over from the [[Age of War]] were upgraded in [[3071]]<ref name=MUL>''Master Unit List'': "Firebee introduction dates"</ref> when [[Sun-Tzu Liao]] revealed that he had survived the [[WarShip]] bombardment of [[Sian]]. They are protected by [[stealth armor]] and the requisite [[Guardian ECM suite]], while the [[large laser]] and [[SRM-2]]s replaced with a [[plasma rifle]] and an [[MML-5]]. Two tons of ammo feed the rifle, and two bins for missiles allows the MML to choose between long or short range munitions.<ref name=TRSWp32f /> BV (2.0) = 1,067<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 229</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 141</ref> |
| − | + | *; ''Firebee'' WI-WAM MilitiaMech : Introduced by [[Wesley Industries]] after [[Gray Monday]], this [[IndustrialMech]] version of the ''Firebee'' carries a [[Thunderbolt 10]] and single [[RL-10]]. The speed and armor protection is severely lacking compared to other ''Firebee'' variants because it uses the same chassis, [[fuel cell engine]], and armor of the [[DemolitionMech]] produced by Wesley.<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 34</ref> BV (2.0) = 456<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 98</ref> | |
| − | *''[[ | ||
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Firebee'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref> | + | The ''Firebee'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Firebee Entry.</ref> |
* [[Poor Life Support]] | * [[Poor Life Support]] | ||
* [[Weak Legs]] | * [[Weak Legs]] | ||
| − | The | + | The WAM-B ''Firebee'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3'', p. 4</ref> |
* [[Difficult to Maintain]] | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
* [[Extended Torso Twist]] | * [[Extended Torso Twist]] | ||
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* [[Weak Legs]] | * [[Weak Legs]] | ||
* [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2524]] | * [[Obsolete|Obsolete/2524]] | ||
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| + | ==Related Designs== | ||
| + | *''[[Yinghuochong]]'' - A [[thirty-second-century]] scout killer built around an updated version of the ''Firebee''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s chassis, the ''Yinghuochong'' mounts advanced recon equipment and carries as its sole weapon a fearsome [[Clan]]tech [[ER PPC]]. <ref name=TRO3145CC-30>''Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation'', p. 30: "''Yinghuochong''"</Ref> | ||
| + | * ''[[Toro]]'' - The Taurian Concordat based the ''Toro'' on captured Capellan ''Firebee'' BattleMechs.<ref name="TRO:3075p296+">''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 296-297: "TR-A-6 Toro"</ref> | ||
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| + | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| + | :See: [[:Category:Notable Firebee Pilots]] | ||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3]]'' | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]'' | |
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:'Mechs]] |
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[[Category:Capellan Confederation BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Capellan Confederation BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 18:20, 29 February 2024
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Bell Refit Yards[1]
Confederation Defense Corporation (destroyed in FSW)[2] |
| Production Year | 2483[3] |
| Model | FRB-2E[2] |
| Class | Light |
| Introduced | 2472[4] |
| Cost | 2,536,830 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Confederated 5 |
| Armor | Ceres Shield 2.2 |
| Engine | Omni 175 |
| Communications System | Zenith Sqwak Box 4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Maui Missile Trak |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Anderson Propulsion 12 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | ?? |
| BV (2.0) | 808[2][5][6][7] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Originally designated the "Weapon-Armed 'Mech-Alpha", the first generation BattleMech produced by the Capellan Confederation in 2483 was widely known for its use of Inferno missiles. After 11 years of service, a second generation model began production on Boardwalk, and observers noted that this second-generation version was not a "WAM-B", but a "Fire-B" prompting the BattleMech to be redesignated as the FRB-1E Firebee. Eventually a third generation Firebee began production on Exedor in 2524. This factory continued production until its destruction in the beginning phases of the First Succession War.[5]. With its aggressive role of anti-tank warfare, the Firebee would not see combat past the 2900's.
The Firebee has a top speed of 86 km/h, fast for a light 'Mech of its day. It was also quite maneuverable, with enough jump jets to leap 150 meters in the air. Six tons of armor provides significant protection for such a small machine.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Firebee mounts a Star Cutter 80cm large laser, giving it respectable firepower at range, while up close four Maui Crossbow SRM-2 launchers can unleash a dangerous eight missile burst. With its two tons of ammunition for the SRM launchers, MechWarriors can use either inferno or standard missiles. Either way, the Firebee is a potent anti-vehicle platform.[5]
Variants[edit]
- WAM-B/FRB-1E
- The original Firebee used a single LRM-5 backed up by a trio of SRM-2s. The primitive engine provided a top speed of 85 km/h, more than enough to engage armored vehicles, infantry, and supporting heavier units. However, the lack of jump jets, combined with six and a half tons of primitive armor, forced pilots to pay attention to the terrain to insure they could move effectively.[2][4] BV (2.0) = 452[8]
- FRB-3E
- Two Firebees left over from the Age of War were upgraded in 3071[9] when Sun-Tzu Liao revealed that he had survived the WarShip bombardment of Sian. They are protected by stealth armor and the requisite Guardian ECM suite, while the large laser and SRM-2s replaced with a plasma rifle and an MML-5. Two tons of ammo feed the rifle, and two bins for missiles allows the MML to choose between long or short range munitions.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,067[10][11]
- Firebee WI-WAM MilitiaMech
- Introduced by Wesley Industries after Gray Monday, this IndustrialMech version of the Firebee carries a Thunderbolt 10 and single RL-10. The speed and armor protection is severely lacking compared to other Firebee variants because it uses the same chassis, fuel cell engine, and armor of the DemolitionMech produced by Wesley.[12] BV (2.0) = 456[13]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Firebee has the following Design Quirks:[14]
The WAM-B Firebee variant is subject to the following Design Quirks:[15]
- Difficult to Maintain
- Extended Torso Twist
- Non-Standard Parts
- Poor Workmanship
- Weak Legs
- Obsolete/2524
Related Designs[edit]
- Yinghuochong - A thirty-second-century scout killer built around an updated version of the Firebee's chassis, the Yinghuochong mounts advanced recon equipment and carries as its sole weapon a fearsome Clantech ER PPC. [16]
- Toro - The Taurian Concordat based the Toro on captured Capellan Firebee BattleMechs.[17]
Notable Pilots[edit]
Gallery[edit]
Original Firebee from TRO:3075
Experimental WAM-B Firebee from XTRO:Primitives III
References[edit]
- ↑ Objectives: Federated Suns, p. 7
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 32–33: "FRB-2E Firebee"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Firebee
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3, p. 3
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Technical Readout: 3075, pp. 242-243, "Firebee Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 227
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 140
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 228
- ↑ Master Unit List: "Firebee introduction dates"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 229
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 141
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 34
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 98
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: Design Quirk Table - Firebee Entry.
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 3, p. 4
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Capellan Confederation, p. 30: "Yinghuochong"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, pp. 296-297: "TR-A-6 Toro"