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Line 3: |name = ''Guillotine'' |name = ''Guillotine'' |manufacturer = |manufacturer = − [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]]<ref name=TRSWp134f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 134–135: "GLT-3N Guillotine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> + [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] (6WB/6WB2)<ref name=TRSWp134f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 134–135: "GLT-3N Guillotine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> ---- ---- [[Lycomb-Davion IntroTech]] [[Lycomb-Davion IntroTech]] ---- ---- − [[Newhart Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp134f /> + [[Newhart Industries]] (3N; destroyed 2776)<ref name=TRSWp134f /> |production year = 2499 |production year = 2499 |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1338/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1338/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> − |model = GLT-3N<ref name=TRSWp134f /> + |model = GLT-3N |class = Heavy |class = Heavy |cost = 6,300,484 C-Bills |cost = 6,300,484 C-Bills Line 17:
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Line 33: ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Guillotine''''' was originally designed in [[2499]] as a front-line [[BattleMech]] for the [[Terran Hegemony]] and was the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s standard heavy 'Mech for generations. While its weaponry was ample for its era, as time went by the march of technology allowed for the development of larger 'Mechs which were significantly better armed. However few of these new 'Mechs could match the ''Guillotine'' in maneuverability or staying power, and so the 'Mech simply transitioned from the front-line shock role to that of a heavy raider - a task it excels at thanks to its quick speed and use of [[jump jets]]. Its mobility also makes the 'Mech adept at fighting in difficult terrain such as jungle or mountainous regions. The only serious issue with the 'Mech ironically are its weapons, which have been plagued with various problems over the centuries.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 42–43</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 88–89</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 268–267</ref> + The '''''Guillotine''''' was originally designed in [[Introduction Year::2499]] as a front-line [[BattleMech]] for the [[Terran Hegemony]] and was the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s standard heavy 'Mech for generations. While its weaponry was ample for its era, as time went by the march of technology allowed for the development of larger 'Mechs which were significantly better armed. However few of these new 'Mechs could match the ''Guillotine'' in maneuverability or staying power, and so the 'Mech simply transitioned from the front-line shock role to that of a heavy raider - a task it excels at thanks to its quick speed and use of [[jump jets]]. Its mobility also makes the 'Mech adept at fighting in difficult terrain such as jungle or mountainous regions. The only serious issue with the 'Mech ironically are its weapons, which have been plagued with various problems over the centuries.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 42–43</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 88–89</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 268–267</ref> − [[Newhart Industries]] built the ''Guillotine'' from their factory on [[New Earth]], but this was destroyed during the [[Amaris Civil War]] in [[2776]] as part of a celebration put on by the 12th Republican Guard. At the same time [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] was building ''Guillotines'' under contract from Newheart out of [[Irian]] and continued to do so for another half-century;<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> Lycomb-Davion IntroTech had also been producing the ''Guillotine'' from their main manufacturing facility on [[Demeter]],<ref name="FR2765:FSp11">''Field Report 2765: AFFS'', p. 11: "Arcadian Cuirassiers"</ref> but this facility was destroyed by [[Capellan Confederation]] forces early in the [[First Succession War]].<ref name="HD(TFS)p152">''House Davion (The Federated Suns)'', p. 152: "Lycomb-Davion IntroTech"</ref> The collapse of the [[Star League]] and [[Operation Exodus|exodus]] of the SLDF scattered ''Guillotines'' across all of the [[Great Houses]], while [[ComStar]] succeeded in raiding New Earth in [[2788]] and acquiring a [[battalion]]'s worth from former Newhart stockpiles. In the wake of the [[First Succession War]] a shortage of the advanced components necessary for the 'Mech forced IBMU to design a downgraded variant, the GLT-4L, which they continued to produce off and on for the next few centuries.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> + [[Newhart Industries]] built the ''Guillotine'' from their factory on [[New Earth]], but this was destroyed during the [[Amaris Civil War]] in [[2776]] as part of a celebration put on by the [[12th Republican Guard]]. At the same time [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] was building ''Guillotines'' under contract from Newheart out of [[Irian]] and continued to do so for another half-century;<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> Lycomb-Davion IntroTech had also been producing the ''Guillotine'' from their main manufacturing facility on [[Demeter]],<ref name="FR2765:FSp11">''Field Report 2765: AFFS'', p. 11: "Arcadian Cuirassiers"</ref> but this facility was destroyed by [[Capellan Confederation]] forces early in the [[First Succession War]].<ref name="HD(TFS)p152">''House Davion (The Federated Suns)'', p. 152: "Lycomb-Davion IntroTech"</ref> The collapse of the [[Star League]] and [[Operation Exodus|exodus]] of the SLDF scattered ''Guillotines'' across all of the [[Great Houses]], while [[ComStar]] succeeded in raiding New Earth in [[2788]] and acquiring a [[battalion]]'s worth from former Newhart stockpiles. In the wake of the [[First Succession War]] a shortage of the advanced components necessary for the 'Mech forced IBMU to design a downgraded variant, the GLT-4L, which they continued to produce off and on for the next few centuries.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> The recovery of the [[Helm Memory Core]] inspired a number of old designs, the ''Guillotine'' included, to be upgraded with [[lostech]]. Using the refurbished Newhart factory Irian's new GLT-5M model not only restored the ''Guillotine'' to its former glory but improved upon it with better (and importantly more reliable) weaponry. Irian continued producing new ''Guillotines'', which would go on to take part in the [[FedCom Civil War]], [[Jihad]]<ref name=TRO3050u/> and [[Dark Age era]]s.<ref name=RGiCV23p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 13: "Guillotine"</ref> The recovery of the [[Helm Memory Core]] inspired a number of old designs, the ''Guillotine'' included, to be upgraded with [[lostech]]. Using the refurbished Newhart factory Irian's new GLT-5M model not only restored the ''Guillotine'' to its former glory but improved upon it with better (and importantly more reliable) weaponry. Irian continued producing new ''Guillotines'', which would go on to take part in the [[FedCom Civil War]], [[Jihad]]<ref name=TRO3050u/> and [[Dark Age era]]s.<ref name=RGiCV23p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 13: "Guillotine"</ref> Line 52:
Line 52: *; GLT-5M : The 5M model is a redesign performed after the technological renaissance that started in the late 3040s. Introduced in [[3049]] the 5M is a 'Mech that is nearly identical to the original 3N. With the sole exception of the primary weapon being upgraded to a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] model for extended reach, the 5M has an almost identical weaponry configuration, speed profile, and armor coverage as the 3N.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,295,<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,472<ref name=MUL104>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 104</ref> *; GLT-5M : The 5M model is a redesign performed after the technological renaissance that started in the late 3040s. Introduced in [[3049]] the 5M is a 'Mech that is nearly identical to the original 3N. With the sole exception of the primary weapon being upgraded to a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] model for extended reach, the 5M has an almost identical weaponry configuration, speed profile, and armor coverage as the 3N.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,295,<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,472<ref name=MUL104>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 104</ref> + + *; GLT-7M : Considered by some a rather mild evolution of the 5M, the Dark Age era GLT-7M manufactured by Irian carries a [[PPC Capacitor|capacitor-enhanced]] [[ER PPC]] in its left arm, supported by twin [[Light PPC]]s in the right arm, two [[ER medium laser]]s split between its side torsos and a [[Streak SRM-6]] rack in its center torso. This heavier weapon load is made possible by mounting only sixteen [[double heat sink]]s. The ammo bay still holds only a single ton of Streak reloads but is now protected with [[CASE II]], providing greater protection against ammo explosions as well as avoiding the missile arming issues caused by the GLT-3N's more mundane CASE.<ref name=RGiCV23p13/> BV (2.0) = 1,877<ref name=RGiCV23p29>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 29: "Guillotine GLT-7M"</ref> + + *; GLT-8D : The 8D variant introduced in [[3062]] picks up where the 5M left off. All of the lasers have been upgraded to ER versions and the SRM-6 has been replaced with a Streak SRM-6 while an additional ER Large Laser has been added to the design. The heat sinks have also been upgraded to double heat sinks. Finally, to make the design even deadlier than it was before, a [[Targeting Computer]] has been added, allowing the ''Guillotine'' to dispatch its foes with deadly accuracy.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,627,<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 122</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,891<ref name=MUL104/> *; GLT-6WB : Produced by [[Irian Technologies]] in [[3068]], the 6WB is an upgrade similar in some ways to the 8D. A [[small cockpit]] and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor make room for an [[Improved C3 CPU]], allowing the 'Mech to share targeting data with other units. The large laser has been replaced with a [[Heavy PPC]], while the missile launcher has been swapped out for an [[LRM-15]], though it only has one ton of ammunition. Eleven double heat sinks are barely adequate to keep waste heat from crippling the 'Mech thanks to its four ER medium lasers. A [[Compact Gyro]] allows the LRM-15 to be mounted in the center torso.<ref name=TRSWp134f /> BV (2.0) = 1,672<ref name=MUL104/> *; GLT-6WB : Produced by [[Irian Technologies]] in [[3068]], the 6WB is an upgrade similar in some ways to the 8D. A [[small cockpit]] and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor make room for an [[Improved C3 CPU]], allowing the 'Mech to share targeting data with other units. The large laser has been replaced with a [[Heavy PPC]], while the missile launcher has been swapped out for an [[LRM-15]], though it only has one ton of ammunition. Eleven double heat sinks are barely adequate to keep waste heat from crippling the 'Mech thanks to its four ER medium lasers. A [[Compact Gyro]] allows the LRM-15 to be mounted in the center torso.<ref name=TRSWp134f /> BV (2.0) = 1,672<ref name=MUL104/> Line 58:
Line 62: *; GLT-6WB3 : Following the Blakist defeat, many of their weapons were changed for the victorious powers. This version of the GLT-6WB ''Guillotine'' introduced in [[3080]] exchanges the [[Improved C3 CPU]] for a [[Guardian ECM]] and a [[C3 slave unit|C3 slave CPU]]. BV (2.0) = 1,741<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged Clan & Star League'', p. 284</ref> *; GLT-6WB3 : Following the Blakist defeat, many of their weapons were changed for the victorious powers. This version of the GLT-6WB ''Guillotine'' introduced in [[3080]] exchanges the [[Improved C3 CPU]] for a [[Guardian ECM]] and a [[C3 slave unit|C3 slave CPU]]. BV (2.0) = 1,741<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged Clan & Star League'', p. 284</ref> − − *; GLT-7M : Considered by some a rather minor evolution of the 5M, the Dark Age era GLT-7M manufactured by Irian carries a [[PPC Capacitor|capacitor-enhanced]] [[ER PPC]] in its left arm, supported by twin [[Light PPC]]s in the right arm, two [[ER medium laser]]s split between its side torsos and a [[Streak SRM-6]] rack in its center torso. This heavier weapon load is made possible by mounting only sixteen [[double heat sink]]s. The ammo bay still holds only a single ton of Streak reloads but is now protected with [[CASE II]], providing greater protection against ammo explosions as well as avoiding the missile arming issues caused by the GLT-3N's more mundane CASE.<ref name=RGiCV23p13/> BV (2.0) = 1,877<ref name=RGiCV23p29>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 29: "Guillotine GLT-7M"</ref> − − *; GLT-8D : The 8D variant introduced in [[3062]] picks up where the 5M left off. All of the lasers have been upgraded to ER versions and the SRM-6 has been replaced with a Streak SRM-6 while an additional ER Large Laser has been added to the design. The heat sinks have also been upgraded to double heat sinks. Finally, to make the design even deadlier than it was before, a [[Targeting Computer]] has been added, allowing the ''Guillotine'' to dispatch its foes with deadly accuracy.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,627,<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 122</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,891<ref name=MUL104/> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== Line 74:
Line 74: ==Notes== ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Fallbeil'''''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''FLB-3L'''. + * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Fallbeil'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''FLB-3L'''. + + ''Guillotine (Estriđsen)'' lacks any more detail about the modified ''Guillotine'''s equipment and weaponry. All that can be seen is that it has an extra point of damage in Alpha Strike's Overheat rule.<ref name=cmkp92/> − * ''Guillotine (Estriđsen)'' lacks any more detail about the modified ''Guillotine'''s equipment and weaponry. All that can be seen is that it has an extra point of damage in Alpha Strike's Overheat rule.<ref name=cmkp92/> + * Plastic GLT-3N is included in [[BattleTech: ComStar Battle Level II]] ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 90:
Line 92: CCG Counterstrike Guillotine.jpg|GLT-3N ''Guillotine'' during combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' CCG Counterstrike Guillotine.jpg|GLT-3N ''Guillotine'' during combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' CCG Unlimited Guillotine.jpg|GLT-5M ''Guillotine'' in motion from ''CCG'' CCG Unlimited Guillotine.jpg|GLT-5M ''Guillotine'' in motion from ''CCG'' − Alpha Strike Striker Lance - Guillotine.jpg|''Guillotine'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Striker Lance Pack]]'' + File:Alpha Strike Striker Lance - Guillotine.jpg|''Guillotine'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Striker Lance Pack]]'' − ComStar Battle Level II - Guillotine.jpg|''Guillotine'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: ComStar Battle Level II]]'' </gallery> </gallery> Line 120:
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| − | [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]]<ref name=TRSWp134f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 134–135: "GLT-3N Guillotine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> | + | [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] (6WB/6WB2)<ref name=TRSWp134f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 134–135: "GLT-3N Guillotine"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3050U --> |
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[[Lycomb-Davion IntroTech]] | [[Lycomb-Davion IntroTech]] | ||
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| − | [[Newhart Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp134f /> | + | [[Newhart Industries]] (3N; destroyed 2776)<ref name=TRSWp134f /> |
|production year = 2499 | |production year = 2499 | ||
|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1338/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1338/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| − | |model = GLT-3N | + | |model = GLT-3N |
|class = Heavy | |class = Heavy | ||
|cost = 6,300,484 C-Bills | |cost = 6,300,484 C-Bills | ||
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|mass = 70 | |mass = 70 | ||
|chassis = [[Crucis-I Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | |chassis = [[Crucis-I Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | ||
| − | |armor = [[Ulston Prime | + | |armor = [[Ulston Prime with CASE]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> |
|engine = [[VOX 280]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | |engine = [[VOX 280]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | ||
|comsys = [[StarLink 955G]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | |comsys = [[StarLink 955G]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp134f /> --> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Guillotine''''' was originally designed in [[2499]] as a front-line [[BattleMech]] for the [[Terran Hegemony]] and was the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s standard heavy 'Mech for generations. While its weaponry was ample for its era, as time went by the march of technology allowed for the development of larger 'Mechs which were significantly better armed. However few of these new 'Mechs could match the ''Guillotine'' in maneuverability or staying power, and so the 'Mech simply transitioned from the front-line shock role to that of a heavy raider - a task it excels at thanks to its quick speed and use of [[jump jets]]. Its mobility also makes the 'Mech adept at fighting in difficult terrain such as jungle or mountainous regions. The only serious issue with the 'Mech ironically are its weapons, which have been plagued with various problems over the centuries.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 42–43</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 88–89</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 268–267</ref> | + | The '''''Guillotine''''' was originally designed in [[Introduction Year::2499]] as a front-line [[BattleMech]] for the [[Terran Hegemony]] and was the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s standard heavy 'Mech for generations. While its weaponry was ample for its era, as time went by the march of technology allowed for the development of larger 'Mechs which were significantly better armed. However few of these new 'Mechs could match the ''Guillotine'' in maneuverability or staying power, and so the 'Mech simply transitioned from the front-line shock role to that of a heavy raider - a task it excels at thanks to its quick speed and use of [[jump jets]]. Its mobility also makes the 'Mech adept at fighting in difficult terrain such as jungle or mountainous regions. The only serious issue with the 'Mech ironically are its weapons, which have been plagued with various problems over the centuries.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 42–43</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 88–89</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 268–267</ref> |
| − | [[Newhart Industries]] built the ''Guillotine'' from their factory on [[New Earth]], but this was destroyed during the [[Amaris Civil War]] in [[2776]] as part of a celebration put on by the 12th Republican Guard. At the same time [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] was building ''Guillotines'' under contract from Newheart out of [[Irian]] and continued to do so for another half-century;<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> Lycomb-Davion IntroTech had also been producing the ''Guillotine'' from their main manufacturing facility on [[Demeter]],<ref name="FR2765:FSp11">''Field Report 2765: AFFS'', p. 11: "Arcadian Cuirassiers"</ref> but this facility was destroyed by [[Capellan Confederation]] forces early in the [[First Succession War]].<ref name="HD(TFS)p152">''House Davion (The Federated Suns)'', p. 152: "Lycomb-Davion IntroTech"</ref> The collapse of the [[Star League]] and [[Operation Exodus|exodus]] of the SLDF scattered ''Guillotines'' across all of the [[Great Houses]], while [[ComStar]] succeeded in raiding New Earth in [[2788]] and acquiring a [[battalion]]'s worth from former Newhart stockpiles. In the wake of the [[First Succession War]] a shortage of the advanced components necessary for the 'Mech forced IBMU to design a downgraded variant, the GLT-4L, which they continued to produce off and on for the next few centuries.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> | + | [[Newhart Industries]] built the ''Guillotine'' from their factory on [[New Earth]], but this was destroyed during the [[Amaris Civil War]] in [[2776]] as part of a celebration put on by the [[12th Republican Guard]]. At the same time [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]] was building ''Guillotines'' under contract from Newheart out of [[Irian]] and continued to do so for another half-century;<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> Lycomb-Davion IntroTech had also been producing the ''Guillotine'' from their main manufacturing facility on [[Demeter]],<ref name="FR2765:FSp11">''Field Report 2765: AFFS'', p. 11: "Arcadian Cuirassiers"</ref> but this facility was destroyed by [[Capellan Confederation]] forces early in the [[First Succession War]].<ref name="HD(TFS)p152">''House Davion (The Federated Suns)'', p. 152: "Lycomb-Davion IntroTech"</ref> The collapse of the [[Star League]] and [[Operation Exodus|exodus]] of the SLDF scattered ''Guillotines'' across all of the [[Great Houses]], while [[ComStar]] succeeded in raiding New Earth in [[2788]] and acquiring a [[battalion]]'s worth from former Newhart stockpiles. In the wake of the [[First Succession War]] a shortage of the advanced components necessary for the 'Mech forced IBMU to design a downgraded variant, the GLT-4L, which they continued to produce off and on for the next few centuries.<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039/> |
The recovery of the [[Helm Memory Core]] inspired a number of old designs, the ''Guillotine'' included, to be upgraded with [[lostech]]. Using the refurbished Newhart factory Irian's new GLT-5M model not only restored the ''Guillotine'' to its former glory but improved upon it with better (and importantly more reliable) weaponry. Irian continued producing new ''Guillotines'', which would go on to take part in the [[FedCom Civil War]], [[Jihad]]<ref name=TRO3050u/> and [[Dark Age era]]s.<ref name=RGiCV23p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 13: "Guillotine"</ref> | The recovery of the [[Helm Memory Core]] inspired a number of old designs, the ''Guillotine'' included, to be upgraded with [[lostech]]. Using the refurbished Newhart factory Irian's new GLT-5M model not only restored the ''Guillotine'' to its former glory but improved upon it with better (and importantly more reliable) weaponry. Irian continued producing new ''Guillotines'', which would go on to take part in the [[FedCom Civil War]], [[Jihad]]<ref name=TRO3050u/> and [[Dark Age era]]s.<ref name=RGiCV23p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 13: "Guillotine"</ref> | ||
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*; GLT-5M : The 5M model is a redesign performed after the technological renaissance that started in the late 3040s. Introduced in [[3049]] the 5M is a 'Mech that is nearly identical to the original 3N. With the sole exception of the primary weapon being upgraded to a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] model for extended reach, the 5M has an almost identical weaponry configuration, speed profile, and armor coverage as the 3N.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,295,<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,472<ref name=MUL104>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 104</ref> | *; GLT-5M : The 5M model is a redesign performed after the technological renaissance that started in the late 3040s. Introduced in [[3049]] the 5M is a 'Mech that is nearly identical to the original 3N. With the sole exception of the primary weapon being upgraded to a [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] model for extended reach, the 5M has an almost identical weaponry configuration, speed profile, and armor coverage as the 3N.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,295,<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,472<ref name=MUL104>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 104</ref> | ||
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| + | *; GLT-7M : Considered by some a rather mild evolution of the 5M, the Dark Age era GLT-7M manufactured by Irian carries a [[PPC Capacitor|capacitor-enhanced]] [[ER PPC]] in its left arm, supported by twin [[Light PPC]]s in the right arm, two [[ER medium laser]]s split between its side torsos and a [[Streak SRM-6]] rack in its center torso. This heavier weapon load is made possible by mounting only sixteen [[double heat sink]]s. The ammo bay still holds only a single ton of Streak reloads but is now protected with [[CASE II]], providing greater protection against ammo explosions as well as avoiding the missile arming issues caused by the GLT-3N's more mundane CASE.<ref name=RGiCV23p13/> BV (2.0) = 1,877<ref name=RGiCV23p29>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 29: "Guillotine GLT-7M"</ref> | ||
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| + | *; GLT-8D : The 8D variant introduced in [[3062]] picks up where the 5M left off. All of the lasers have been upgraded to ER versions and the SRM-6 has been replaced with a Streak SRM-6 while an additional ER Large Laser has been added to the design. The heat sinks have also been upgraded to double heat sinks. Finally, to make the design even deadlier than it was before, a [[Targeting Computer]] has been added, allowing the ''Guillotine'' to dispatch its foes with deadly accuracy.<ref name=TRSWp134f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 1,627,<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 122</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,891<ref name=MUL104/> | ||
*; GLT-6WB : Produced by [[Irian Technologies]] in [[3068]], the 6WB is an upgrade similar in some ways to the 8D. A [[small cockpit]] and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor make room for an [[Improved C3 CPU]], allowing the 'Mech to share targeting data with other units. The large laser has been replaced with a [[Heavy PPC]], while the missile launcher has been swapped out for an [[LRM-15]], though it only has one ton of ammunition. Eleven double heat sinks are barely adequate to keep waste heat from crippling the 'Mech thanks to its four ER medium lasers. A [[Compact Gyro]] allows the LRM-15 to be mounted in the center torso.<ref name=TRSWp134f /> BV (2.0) = 1,672<ref name=MUL104/> | *; GLT-6WB : Produced by [[Irian Technologies]] in [[3068]], the 6WB is an upgrade similar in some ways to the 8D. A [[small cockpit]] and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor make room for an [[Improved C3 CPU]], allowing the 'Mech to share targeting data with other units. The large laser has been replaced with a [[Heavy PPC]], while the missile launcher has been swapped out for an [[LRM-15]], though it only has one ton of ammunition. Eleven double heat sinks are barely adequate to keep waste heat from crippling the 'Mech thanks to its four ER medium lasers. A [[Compact Gyro]] allows the LRM-15 to be mounted in the center torso.<ref name=TRSWp134f /> BV (2.0) = 1,672<ref name=MUL104/> | ||
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*; GLT-6WB3 : Following the Blakist defeat, many of their weapons were changed for the victorious powers. This version of the GLT-6WB ''Guillotine'' introduced in [[3080]] exchanges the [[Improved C3 CPU]] for a [[Guardian ECM]] and a [[C3 slave unit|C3 slave CPU]]. BV (2.0) = 1,741<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged Clan & Star League'', p. 284</ref> | *; GLT-6WB3 : Following the Blakist defeat, many of their weapons were changed for the victorious powers. This version of the GLT-6WB ''Guillotine'' introduced in [[3080]] exchanges the [[Improved C3 CPU]] for a [[Guardian ECM]] and a [[C3 slave unit|C3 slave CPU]]. BV (2.0) = 1,741<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Unabridged Clan & Star League'', p. 284</ref> | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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CCG Counterstrike Guillotine.jpg|GLT-3N ''Guillotine'' during combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | CCG Counterstrike Guillotine.jpg|GLT-3N ''Guillotine'' during combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
CCG Unlimited Guillotine.jpg|GLT-5M ''Guillotine'' in motion from ''CCG'' | CCG Unlimited Guillotine.jpg|GLT-5M ''Guillotine'' in motion from ''CCG'' | ||
| − | Alpha Strike Striker Lance - Guillotine.jpg|''Guillotine'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Striker Lance Pack | + | File:Alpha Strike Striker Lance - Guillotine.jpg|''Guillotine'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Striker Lance Pack]]'' |
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