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| − | + | Introduced in [[2914]] to replace the ''[[Guardian (BattleMech)|Guardian]]'', the quadrupedal GS-54 '''''Guard''''' was considered to be among the most well-known [[SecurityMech]] designs as of [[3134]], named alongside the likes of the ''[[Copper]]'', ''[[Pacifier]]'' and ''[[Inquisitor (SecurityMech)|Inquisitor]]''.<ref name=TROVA/><ref name=TRO:Ip18/> Unlike the [[ultralight]] ''Guardian'', which was built as a [[BattleMech]], the ''Guard'' is built to [[IndustrialMech]] specs and noted to be both effective at terrorizing civilians and "very, very cheap", which is why it remained in production through at least 3134.<ref name=TRO:Ip18/> | |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Guard'' is chiefly used on heavily populated worlds in the [[Capellan Confederation]].<ref name=TROVA/> | + | The ''Guard'' is chiefly used on heavily populated worlds in the [[Capellan Confederation]].<ref name=TROVA/> By [[3028]] the design was also found among the [[Draconis Combine]]'s [[Civilian Guidance Corps]] PoliceMech forces on [[An Ting]],<ref name=FvM3>''Feather versus Mountain'', p. 3</ref> suggesting the Confederation had exported the design to the Combine at least. While it was assumed as of 3134 that the most widely proliferated SecurityMech was likely the ''Copper'', the ''Guard'' was at the same time still considered to be "certainly the most numerous". |
Described as an "awkward quadruped monstrosity of questionable Capellan workmanship"<ref name=FvM3/> but also as "fairly nimble"<ref>''Feather versus Mountain'', p. 10</ref> and "surprisingly swift on its four legs",<ref name=RS6>''Rise and Shine'', p. 6</ref> a ''Guard'' was shown to be capable of preventing a ''[[Griffin]]'' from closing with it in the confines of a city using lateral movement.<ref name=RS6/> | Described as an "awkward quadruped monstrosity of questionable Capellan workmanship"<ref name=FvM3/> but also as "fairly nimble"<ref>''Feather versus Mountain'', p. 10</ref> and "surprisingly swift on its four legs",<ref name=RS6>''Rise and Shine'', p. 6</ref> a ''Guard'' was shown to be capable of preventing a ''[[Griffin]]'' from closing with it in the confines of a city using lateral movement.<ref name=RS6/> | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;GS-107X : This variant of the ''Guard'' was created in [[3067]] after a group of battle armor equipped infantry outfought the standard ''Guard''<ref name=trip18/><ref>''Gejagt''</ref>. Leftover Leenex | + | *;GS-107X : This variant of the ''Guard'' was created in [[3067]] after a group of battle armor equipped infantry outfought the standard ''Guard''<ref name=trip18/><ref>''Gejagt''</ref>. Leftover [[Leenex 60]] fusion engines for ''[[UrbanMech]]s'' were fitted in place of the Fuel Cell Engine. The Machine Guns were replaced with [[ER Medium Laser]]s. The smaller engine reduced the top speed to 64 km/h. The lighter weight from the fusion engine allowed designers to double the armor protection.<ref name=trip18>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 18</ref> BV (2.0) = 367<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 81</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 07:00, 15 July 2021
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| GS-54 Guard | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Ceres Metal Industries[1][2] |
| Use | SecurityMech Riot control |
| Class | Ultralight |
| Introduced | 2914 |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
| Mass | 15 tons |
| Chassis | Ceresplex Industrial[2] |
| Armor | Starshield Industrial[2] |
| Engine | Ceres 75 ICE[2] |
| Communications System | CeresCom Model 37-P[2] |
| Targeting Tracking System | C-Apple Churchill[2] |
| Heat Sinks | 0 |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 156[3] |
Introduced in 2914 to replace the Guardian, the quadrupedal GS-54 Guard was considered to be among the most well-known SecurityMech designs as of 3134, named alongside the likes of the Copper, Pacifier and Inquisitor.[1][2] Unlike the ultralight Guardian, which was built as a BattleMech, the Guard is built to IndustrialMech specs and noted to be both effective at terrorizing civilians and "very, very cheap", which is why it remained in production through at least 3134.[2]
Description
The Guard is chiefly used on heavily populated worlds in the Capellan Confederation.[1] By 3028 the design was also found among the Draconis Combine's Civilian Guidance Corps PoliceMech forces on An Ting,[4] suggesting the Confederation had exported the design to the Combine at least. While it was assumed as of 3134 that the most widely proliferated SecurityMech was likely the Copper, the Guard was at the same time still considered to be "certainly the most numerous".
Described as an "awkward quadruped monstrosity of questionable Capellan workmanship"[4] but also as "fairly nimble"[5] and "surprisingly swift on its four legs",[6] a Guard was shown to be capable of preventing a Griffin from closing with it in the confines of a city using lateral movement.[6]
Weapons and Equipment
The Guard is armed with twin machine guns.[1] These are often armed with rubber bullets. If the pilot needs to leave, an Ejection Seat carries them to safety.[7]
Variants
- GS-107X
- This variant of the Guard was created in 3067 after a group of battle armor equipped infantry outfought the standard Guard[7][8]. Leftover Leenex 60 fusion engines for UrbanMechs were fitted in place of the Fuel Cell Engine. The Machine Guns were replaced with ER Medium Lasers. The smaller engine reduced the top speed to 64 km/h. The lighter weight from the fusion engine allowed designers to double the armor protection.[7] BV (2.0) = 367[9]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, p. 222, Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised, p. 208
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 18
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 80
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Feather versus Mountain, p. 3
- ↑ Feather versus Mountain, p. 10
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Rise and Shine, p. 6
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 18
- ↑ Gejagt
- ↑ Technical Readout: Irregulars, p. 81
Bibliography
- Feather versus Mountain (short story)
- Gejagt (German novel)
- Rise and Shine (short story)
- Technical Readout: Irregulars
- Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex
- Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised