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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<ref name=MUL96>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 96</ref>
 
* 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<ref name=MUL96>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 96</ref>
  
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* 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<ref name=MUL96/>
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* 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><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 126</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,779<ref name=MUL96/>
  
 
* 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<ref name=MUL96/>
 
* 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<ref name=MUL96/>

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Flashman
Flashman
Production information
Manufacturer Renault-Prime,
Defiance Industries
Production Year 2701[1]
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
Communications System Duoteck 195 (Faust/Calliope FM-4)
Speed 86.4 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,409[2]
BV (2.0) 1,779[3]


Description

The Flashman is a underrated heavy 'Mech, commonly called a "flashbulb" by MechWarriors for its 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 saw heavy use by line regiments, typically in a "fire brigade" role for heavy and assault lances. During advances it would stay to the rear to protect against ambushes and provide fire support for its lancemates.

Fewer than 500 Flashmen were operational at the start of the First Succession War, where their heavy use on the front line saw many destroyed. Production of the design abruptly stopped in 2796 when Renault-Prime Industries was destroyed, though Defiance Industries would pick it up and produced a downgraded version at 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[4], BV (2.0) = 1,480[5]
  • 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[6]

Gallery

  • FLS-7K Flashman

  • FLS-7K Flashman

  • FLS-8K Flashman

  • FLS-8K Flashman in Combat

References

  1. ↑ MUL online date for the Flashman
  2. ↑ Combat Operations, p. 129
  3. ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 215
  4. ↑ Combat Operations, p. 131
  5. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 159
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 6.3 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 96
  7. ↑ Combat Operations, p. 123
  8. ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 126

Bibliography

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