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| − | Although this simian-looking [[BattleMech]] was conceived as a [[Totem Mech]] for [[Clan Fire Mandrill]],<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> in the [[Inner Sphere]] the '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. Dubbed the '''''Baboon''''' by Inner Sphere forces, it is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an [[Endo Steel]] structure and three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. | + | Although this simian-looking [[BattleMech]] was conceived as a [[Totem 'Mech]] for [[Clan Fire Mandrill]],<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> in the [[Inner Sphere]] the '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. Dubbed the '''''Baboon''''' by Inner Sphere forces, it is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an [[Endo Steel]] structure and three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
Revision as of 12:20, 18 August 2021
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| Howler | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Novy Minsky Armaments Plant, CJF Factory Zone 5 |
| Production Year | 2871[1] |
| Model | Baboon |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 1,826,240 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 20 tons |
| Chassis | Type-A Endo Steel |
| Armor | Type 2 Ferro-Fibrous w/ CASE |
| Engine | 140 Standard |
| Communications System | Unknown |
| Targeting Tracking System | Unknown |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 119 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 587 |
| BV (2.0) | 645[2] |
Contents
Description
Although this simian-looking BattleMech was conceived as a Totem 'Mech for Clan Fire Mandrill,[3] in the Inner Sphere the Howler was first observed among Clan Jade Falcon second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. Dubbed the Baboon by Inner Sphere forces, it is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an Endo Steel structure and three tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor.
Weapons and Equipment
The Howler is a potent missile boat for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three LRM-5 launchers and three tons of ammunition. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.[3]
Variants
- Howler 2
- The Howler was redesigned by Clan Steel Viper scientists to improve their light, second-line units. A smaller, Extralight Engine provides the space for four ATM 3s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the 'Mech's running speed is reduced, it uses MASC to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757[2]
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- Howler 3 ("Devil")
- Clan Snow Raven scientists refitted many captured Howler 2s with an ER PPC and a Targeting Computer, turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton Devil, a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early Howlers Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.[4] BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277[2] Later intelligence showed that the Snow Ravens did make a 30 ton version named the Devil.[5]
- Howler 4
- Developed by the Jade Falcons, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. BV (2.0) = 506[6]
- Howler 5
- The standard Howler chassis has had its LRMs removed and six ER Medium Lasers are fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363[7]
- Howler 6
- Another close range combatant, this Howler variant carries a pair of SRM-6s in a Shoulder Turret. Two tons of ammunition are carried in a CASE II protected bay. BV (2.0) = 550[8]
Design Quirks
The Howler has the following Design Quirk:[9]
Related Designs
Notes
In German products the unit's proper Clan name was perfectly translated to Heuler. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was also perfectly translated to Pavian.
Gallery
Howler from RG:ilClan v8
Howler 2 from TRO:3055 Upgrade
Howler from Jade Falcon Sourcebook
Howler in combat from The Battle of Coventry
Howler 3 (falsely classified as TZ-1 Devil) from 1993 Update Flyer
Howler in combat from CCG
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References
- ↑ MUL online date for Howler (Baboon)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 66
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 4
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 104
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 6
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 22
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 23
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 24
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.