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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Hammerhands.jpg | + | |image = Hammerhands.jpg |
| − | |name=Hammerhands | + | |name = ''Hammerhands'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Achernar BattleMechs]],< | + | |manufacturer = |
| − | |model=HMH-3D | + | [[Achernar BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRSWp142f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 142–143: "HMH-3D Hammerhands"</ref><ref name=OFSp18>''Objectives: Federated Suns'', p. 18</ref> <!-- TRO:SW reprinted from TRO:3075 --> |
| − | + | ------ | |
| − | |cost= 6,207,250 C-bills | + | [[New Hessen WorkMechs]]<ref name = OFSp18 /> |
| − | |mass=75 | + | |production year = 2475 |
| − | |chassis=Achernar Special Type 4-reinforced | + | |year reference = <ref name=TRO3075-226-227>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 226-227, "Hammerhands 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>''Era Digest: Age of War'', p. 11</ref> |
| − | |armor=StarGuard III | + | |model = HMH-3D<ref name=TRSWp142f /> |
| − | |engine=[[DAV 225]] | + | |cost = 6,207,250 C-bills |
| − | |comsys=[[Achernar Electronics HICK-3]] | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |speed=54 | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Rawlings 50]] | + | |mass = 75 |
| − | |armament= | + | |chassis = [[Achernar Special Type 4-reinforced]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| − | * | + | |armor = [[StarGuard III]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| − | * | + | |engine = [[DAV 225]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| − | * | + | |comsys = [[Achernar Electronics HICK-3]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| − | |BV (1.0)=1,118{{cn}} | + | |T&T = [[Federated Gatherer Mk II]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,381<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 217</ref> | + | |heat sinks = 13 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> |
| + | |speed = 54 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> | ||
| + | |jumpjets = [[Rawlings 50]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> | ||
| + | |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp142f /> --> | ||
| + | *2x [[autocannon/10]] | ||
| + | * 2x [[medium laser]] | ||
| + | *1x [[SRM-6]] | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = 1,118{{cn}} | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,381<ref name=TRSWp142f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 217</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 123</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The second exclusive [[Federated Suns]] [[BattleMech]], the '''''Hammerhands''''' was developed in [[2475]] after a decade reviewing the performance and complaints received about the earlier ''[[BattleAxe]]''. Little more than a heavier and slower version of the ''BattleAxe'', the design received its name based on the impressive weapons carried in each arm, serving to trigger the Federated Suns' seeming love affair with [[autocannon]]s. Much like its sibling design, the ''Hammerhands'' went on to influence and be outdone by the immensely popular ''[[Warhammer]]'', causing it to fade into history, all but forgotten.<ref name=TRO3075-226-227 | + | The second exclusive [[Federated Suns]] [[BattleMech]], the '''''Hammerhands''''' was developed in [[Introduction Year::2475]] after a decade reviewing the performance and complaints received about the earlier ''[[BattleAxe]]''. Little more than a heavier and slower version of the ''BattleAxe'', the design received its name based on the impressive weapons carried in each arm, serving to trigger the Federated Suns' seeming love affair with [[autocannon]]s. Much like its sibling design, the ''Hammerhands'' went on to influence and be outdone by the immensely popular ''[[Warhammer]]'', causing it to fade into history, all but forgotten.<ref name=TRO3075-226-227/> |
| − | == | + | During the [[Jihad]], both Achernar BattleMechs and the New Hessen MechWorks production plant started producing ''Hammerhands'' for the [[AFFS]]. Production continued after the end of the Jihad.<ref>''Objectives: Federated Suns'', p. 18</ref><ref>''Objectives: Federated Suns'', p. 18</ref> |
| − | The Achernar designers' solution for the high heat generated by the '' | + | |
| + | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| + | The Achernar designers' solution for the high heat generated by the ''BattleAxe'''s [[PPC]]s was to replace them with a pair of [[Mydron Model B]] [[Autocannon/10]]s backed up by [[ChisComp 38]] [[medium laser]]s in each arm, while retaining the earlier design's shoulder-mounted [[Harpoon-6]] [[SRM-6]]. Carrying four tons of ammunition spread between the arms and torsos, the ''Hammerhands'' autocannons were rarely silenced during most [[Age of War]] era conflicts.<ref name=TRO3075-226-227/> | ||
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *HMH-4D | + | *; HMH-4D : A solution to both Federated Suns [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]]' early dislike of [[jump jet]]s and desire for decreased reliance upon supply chains, the 4D strips out the jump jets and SRM-6 rack for a single [[PPC]].<ref name=TRSWp142f /> BV (2.0) = 1,356<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 218</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 124</ref> |
| − | *HMH-5D | + | *; HMH-5D : The first upgraded [[Age of War]] design produced by Achernar, the 5D variant is a minor modernization, utilizing more advanced materials to enhance the armor and jump capacity while saving space to add a [[C3 slave unit]]. While the medium lasers were exchanged for [[ER medium laser|extended range models]], the standard autocannons were retained, the advantage being that their split ammo bins can be used to carry [[Armor-Piercing]], [[Precision ammunition|Precision]], as well as standard munitions.<ref name=TRSWp142f /> BV (2.0) = 1,496<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 219</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 125</ref> |
| − | *HMH-6D | + | *; HMH-6D : A true modern updating, the 6D maximizes the jump capacity and adds a [[targeting computer]] and C3 slave unit. The ''Hammerhands''' classic autocannons are replaced with [[Rotary A/C|Rotary]] versions and the removed [[heat sinks]] are nullified to a degree by the addition of [[Triple Strength Myomer]]. Most controversially, the rear armor has been almost entirely stripped to strengthen the 'Mech's frontal protection.<ref name=TRSWp142f /> BV (2.0) = 2,139<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 220</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 126</ref> |
| − | *HMH-6E | + | *; HMH-6E : This version adds a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and [[CASE]] to increase protection, as well as expanding the ammunition bays by four tons. This provides more ammunition for the Rotary AC/5s located in the arms. It also carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and a C3 Slave. To make room for these changes, engineers removed the Targeting Computer. [[Triple Strength Myomer]] allows the 'Mech to temporarily reach speeds of 64 km/h.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,204<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 103</ref> |
| + | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| + | *; ''Hammerhands'' Prince's Champion ( HMH-3D (Kessem) ): Used by the [[AFFS]] Prince's Champion on [[Royal]] during the Second Hidden War, this ''Hammerhands'' has had the jump jets and autocannons removed and replaced with two [[LB-10X]] autocannons, three extra heat sinks, and two more tons of armor.<ref>''Era Report: 2750'', p. 128</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Design Quirks == | ||
| + | The ''Hammerhands'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 92 Design Quirk Table - Hammerhands Entry.</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Barrel Fist|Barrel Fist (LA/RA)]] | ||
| + | * [[Protected Actuators]] | ||
==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | *''[[BattleAxe]]'' - The ''Hammerhands'' was designed to replace the '' | + | * ''[[BattleAxe]]'' - The ''Hammerhands'' was designed to replace the ''BattleAxe'' and its flaws.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 224-226</ref> |
| − | *''[[Warhammer]]'' - The ''Hammerhands'' is, together with the '' | + | |
| + | * ''[[Warhammer]]'' - The ''Hammerhands'' is, together with the ''BattleAxe'', one of the two 'Mechs that influenced the design of the ''Warhammer''.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 224-226</ref> | ||
| + | |||
| + | == Gallery == | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Hammerhands.jpg|Original ''Hammerhands'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]'' | ||
| + | File:25th Anniversary Box Set.jpg|''Hammerhands'' from ''[[25th Anniversary Introductory Box Set]] | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | <div class="desktop-3-col"> |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Era Digest: Age of War]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' | + | * ''[[Era Report: 2750]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | + | * ''[[Objectives: Federated Suns]]'' |
| − | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]'' | |
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
| + | </div> | ||
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[[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] | ||
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[[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] | [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 09:49, 5 March 2024
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Achernar BattleMechs[1][2]
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| Production Year | 2475[3][4] |
| Model | HMH-3D[1] |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 6,207,250 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Chassis | Achernar Special Type 4-reinforced |
| Armor | StarGuard III |
| Engine | DAV 225 |
| Communications System | Achernar Electronics HICK-3 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Federated Gatherer Mk II |
| Heat Sinks | 13 single |
| Speed | 54 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Rawlings 50 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,118[citation needed] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,381[1][5][6] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The second exclusive Federated Suns BattleMech, the Hammerhands was developed in 2475 after a decade reviewing the performance and complaints received about the earlier BattleAxe. Little more than a heavier and slower version of the BattleAxe, the design received its name based on the impressive weapons carried in each arm, serving to trigger the Federated Suns' seeming love affair with autocannons. Much like its sibling design, the Hammerhands went on to influence and be outdone by the immensely popular Warhammer, causing it to fade into history, all but forgotten.[3]
During the Jihad, both Achernar BattleMechs and the New Hessen MechWorks production plant started producing Hammerhands for the AFFS. Production continued after the end of the Jihad.[7][8]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Achernar designers' solution for the high heat generated by the BattleAxe's PPCs was to replace them with a pair of Mydron Model B Autocannon/10s backed up by ChisComp 38 medium lasers in each arm, while retaining the earlier design's shoulder-mounted Harpoon-6 SRM-6. Carrying four tons of ammunition spread between the arms and torsos, the Hammerhands autocannons were rarely silenced during most Age of War era conflicts.[3]
Variants[edit]
- HMH-5D
- The first upgraded Age of War design produced by Achernar, the 5D variant is a minor modernization, utilizing more advanced materials to enhance the armor and jump capacity while saving space to add a C3 slave unit. While the medium lasers were exchanged for extended range models, the standard autocannons were retained, the advantage being that their split ammo bins can be used to carry Armor-Piercing, Precision, as well as standard munitions.[1] BV (2.0) = 1,496[11][12]
- HMH-6D
- A true modern updating, the 6D maximizes the jump capacity and adds a targeting computer and C3 slave unit. The Hammerhands' classic autocannons are replaced with Rotary versions and the removed heat sinks are nullified to a degree by the addition of Triple Strength Myomer. Most controversially, the rear armor has been almost entirely stripped to strengthen the 'Mech's frontal protection.[1] BV (2.0) = 2,139[13][14]
- HMH-6E
- This version adds a Guardian ECM Suite and CASE to increase protection, as well as expanding the ammunition bays by four tons. This provides more ammunition for the Rotary AC/5s located in the arms. It also carries a Guardian ECM Suite and a C3 Slave. To make room for these changes, engineers removed the Targeting Computer. Triple Strength Myomer allows the 'Mech to temporarily reach speeds of 64 km/h.[15] BV (2.0) = 2,204[16]
Custom Variants[edit]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Hammerhands has the following Design Quirks:[18]
Related BattleMechs[edit]
- Warhammer - The Hammerhands is, together with the BattleAxe, one of the two 'Mechs that influenced the design of the Warhammer.[20]
Gallery[edit]
Original Hammerhands from TRO:3075
Hammerhands from 25th Anniversary Introductory Box Set
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 142–143: "HMH-3D Hammerhands"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Objectives: Federated Suns, p. 18
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Technical Readout: 3075, pp. 226-227, "Hammerhands 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Era Digest: Age of War, p. 11
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 217
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 123
- ↑ Objectives: Federated Suns, p. 18
- ↑ Objectives: Federated Suns, p. 18
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 218
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 124
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 219
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 125
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 220
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 126
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 191
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 103
- ↑ Era Report: 2750, p. 128
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 92 Design Quirk Table - Hammerhands Entry.
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 224-226
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 224-226
Bibliography[edit]
- BattleMech Manual
- Era Digest: Age of War
- Era Report: 2750
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Objectives: Federated Suns
- Record Sheets: 3075
- Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged
- Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New
- Technical Readout: 3075
- Technical Readout: 3085