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* '''FLS-9B''' - The first variant produced by [[Word of Blake]] following their conquest of [[Hesperus II]], the 9B utilizes a [[Light Fusion Engine]], [[Compact Gyro]], [[Endo Steel]] structure, [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, and a [[Small Cockpit]]. Twelve [[double heat sink]]s struggle to cool the all-laser configuration. Two [[ER Large Laser]]s enable the ''Flashman'' to strike from long distances. At close ranges, two [[ER Medium Laser]]s, two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[ER Small Laser]] are powerful up close. A [[C3i Computer]] enables the 9B to share targeting telemetry with other, like-equipped units. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,600 | * '''FLS-9B''' - The first variant produced by [[Word of Blake]] following their conquest of [[Hesperus II]], the 9B utilizes a [[Light Fusion Engine]], [[Compact Gyro]], [[Endo Steel]] structure, [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, and a [[Small Cockpit]]. Twelve [[double heat sink]]s struggle to cool the all-laser configuration. Two [[ER Large Laser]]s enable the ''Flashman'' to strike from long distances. At close ranges, two [[ER Medium Laser]]s, two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[ER Small Laser]] are powerful up close. A [[C3i Computer]] enables the 9B to share targeting telemetry with other, like-equipped units. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,600 | ||
| − | * '''FLS-9C''' - The 9C, a complete overhaul of the ''Flashman'' produced by [[ComStar]] in the early part of the 3060s, carries three [[ER Large Laser]]s, five [[Medium Laser]]s, and an [[improved C3 computer]]. In order to accomplish this, the armor on the design has been upgraded to [[Ferro-Fibrous]] and the [['Mech]] now has an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. BV (1.0) = 1,393, BV (2.0) = 1,779 | + | * '''FLS-9C''' - The 9C, a complete overhaul of the ''Flashman'' produced by [[ComStar]] in the early part of the 3060s, carries three [[ER Large Laser]]s, five [[Medium Laser]]s, and an [[improved C3 computer]]. In order to accomplish this, the armor on the design has been upgraded to [[Ferro-Fibrous]] and the [['Mech]] now has an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. BV (1.0) = 1,393<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,779 |
* '''FLS-9M''' - The second variant produced by Word of Blake is less flashy than the 9B, but still effective. Like that variant, the 9M utilizes and Endo Steel chassis and a Light Engine. Its top speed is lowered to 64 km/h to enable this ''Flashman'' to mount paired [[Heavy PPC]]s, though its heat dissipation system is strained to the limit just to keep up with the powerful cannons. Up close, four Medium Lasers and four Medium Pulse Lasers deliver withering firepower, while the addition of a [[Small Laser]] seems an afterthought. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,895 | * '''FLS-9M''' - The second variant produced by Word of Blake is less flashy than the 9B, but still effective. Like that variant, the 9M utilizes and Endo Steel chassis and a Light Engine. Its top speed is lowered to 64 km/h to enable this ''Flashman'' to mount paired [[Heavy PPC]]s, though its heat dissipation system is strained to the limit just to keep up with the powerful cannons. Up close, four Medium Lasers and four Medium Pulse Lasers deliver withering firepower, while the addition of a [[Small Laser]] seems an afterthought. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,895 | ||
Revision as of 16:23, 1 June 2010
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| Flashman | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Renault-Prime Industries, Defiance Industries |
| Model | FLS-8K |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 17,831,624 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Chassis | FLS/HV-1 |
| Armor | Kemplar 5000 |
| Engine | GM 375 XL |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,409[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,779[2] |
Description
The Flashman is a 'Mech that is commonly called a "flashbulb" by MechWarriors for its very heavy energy configuration. The Flashman, which was first introduced in 2701, is a 'Mech that is capable of engaging an enemy for extended periods of time with little re-supply. This made it one of the most prized 'Mechs in a commander's arsenal during the Star League and also during the early Succession Wars. Production of the design abruptly stopped in 2796 when Renault-Prime Industries was destroyed, though Defiance Industries picked up the design and produced a downgraded version on their Hesperus II plant.
Armament
The primary weapons on the Flashman are three Selitex Radonic Large Lasers, these give the 'Mech a respectable punch out to a range of 450 meters. The back up weapons to this are five Ichiba 3000 Medium Lasers, one of which is mounted in the rear of the 'Mech to provide short to medium range protection. The Flashman also carries a Buzzsaw Anti-Missile System to defend against missile attacks and a Zippo Mark X Anti-Personnel Flamer to deter infantry attacks.
Variants
- FLS-7K - A far cry from the fast and deadly 8K Flashman, the 7K model is a downgraded version that was produced by Defiance Industries after the destruction of the Renault-Prime factories, using a blueprint that was acquired prior to the factory’s destruction. The advanced Extralight Engine was no longer being produced though, and the design now has a top speed of only 64.8 km/h. In addition, the Anti-Missile System was also removed and the double heat sinks replaced with standard versions. The design now carries two Large Lasers and five Medium Lasers. Surprisingly, the armor protection has not been sacrificed in any way, which has resulted in the 7K being more durable than the SLDF version due to its lack of an XL engine. BV (1.0) = 1,192[3], BV (2.0) = 1,480[4]
- FLS-9B - The first variant produced by Word of Blake following their conquest of Hesperus II, the 9B utilizes a Light Fusion Engine, Compact Gyro, Endo Steel structure, Light Ferro-Fibrous armor, and a Small Cockpit. Twelve double heat sinks struggle to cool the all-laser configuration. Two ER Large Lasers enable the Flashman to strike from long distances. At close ranges, two ER Medium Lasers, two Medium Pulse Lasers, and an ER Small Laser are powerful up close. A C3i Computer enables the 9B to share targeting telemetry with other, like-equipped units. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,600
- FLS-9C - The 9C, a complete overhaul of the Flashman produced by ComStar in the early part of the 3060s, carries three ER Large Lasers, five Medium Lasers, and an improved C3 computer. In order to accomplish this, the armor on the design has been upgraded to Ferro-Fibrous and the 'Mech now has an Endo Steel chassis. BV (1.0) = 1,393[5], BV (2.0) = 1,779
- FLS-9M - The second variant produced by Word of Blake is less flashy than the 9B, but still effective. Like that variant, the 9M utilizes and Endo Steel chassis and a Light Engine. Its top speed is lowered to 64 km/h to enable this Flashman to mount paired Heavy PPCs, though its heat dissipation system is strained to the limit just to keep up with the powerful cannons. Up close, four Medium Lasers and four Medium Pulse Lasers deliver withering firepower, while the addition of a Small Laser seems an afterthought. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,895
- FLS-C - Produced by the Draconis Combine, this variant based on the 8K removes the Flamer to carry a C3 Slave Unit. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,774
References
Bibliography
- Combat Operations
- Master Unit List.pdf
- Record Sheets: 3025/3026
- Record Sheets: 3039
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Technical Readout: 2750
- Technical Readout: 3025 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade