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|name=''Hussar''
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|manufacturer=[[Newhart Industries]], [[Coventry Metal Works]], [[Bonn Mekarmorwerks]]
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|production year=2620
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[[Bonn Mekarmorwerks]]<ref name=TRSWp24f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 24–25: "HSR-200-D Hussar"; reprinted from ''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade''</ref>
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[[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRSWp24f/>
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|cost= 2,790,840 C-bills
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[[Newhart Industries]]
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|production year = 2620
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|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1585/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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|model = HSR-200-D<ref name=TRSWp24f />
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|cost = 2,790,840 [[C-bill]]s
 
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|mass=30
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|feet = biped
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|chassis=Benztrov 40
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|mass = 30
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|armor=Victory Anchor 2 [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
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|chassis = [[Benztrov 40]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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|engine=[[GM 270]]-A
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|armor = [[Lexington Limited High Grade Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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|comsys=[[Field Ranger Sightseer]]
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|engine = [[GM 270]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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|T&T=[[Ranger LAF Model 2]]
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|comsys = [[Field Ranger Sightseer]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
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|T&T = [[Ranger LAF Model 2]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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|speed=151.2
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp24f /> -->
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*1x [[ER Large Laser]]
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|BV (1.0)=498<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref>
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|BV (1.0) = 498<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 106</ref>
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|BV (2.0)=636<ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 192-193</ref>
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|BV (2.0) = 636<ref name=TRSWp24f /><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 192–193</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Hussar''''' was one of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s most popular and widely-used recon [['Mech]]s since its introduction in [[Introduction Year::2620]]. It was originally conceived and constructed as an infantry support 'Mech, but, as it reached units, its incredible speed naturally lent the ''Hussar'' to a scouting role and eventually allowed it to take the place of the majority of light scout [[combat vehicle|vehicle]]s in use at the time. Its excellent communications gear allowed the ''Hussar'' to operate deep behind enemy lines while its incredible speed made it hard to target and allowed the 'Mech to quickly disengage from a fight. Its most significant drawback however was thin armoring - less even than that found on a ''[[Locust]]'' - and a weapon payload which left it vulnerable to close-in fighting. During battle it most often skirted the edge of combat and harassed the enemy at long range; ''Hussars'' were also often deployed in support of ''[[Thorn (BattleMech)|Thorn]]'' units.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 24-25</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 16-17</ref>
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The '''''Hussar''''' was one of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s most popular and widely used recon [['Mech]]s since its introduction in [[Introduction Year::2620]]. It was originally conceived and constructed as an infantry support 'Mech, but, as it reached units its incredible speed naturally lent the ''Hussar'' to a scouting role, and eventually allowed it to take the place of the majority of light scout [[combat vehicle|vehicle]]s in use at the time. Its excellent communications gear allowed the ''Hussar'' to operate deep behind enemy lines while its incredible speed made it hard to target and allowed the 'Mech to quickly disengage from a fight. An example of this can be found in the [[51st Hussar Regiment|Fifty-first Hussar Regiment]]s actions on [[Wotan]] in [[2630]].<ref name=TRO2750p24>''Technical Readout: 2750'', p. 24: "Capabilities"</ref><ref name=TRO3025Rp16>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 16: "Overview"</ref> Its most significant drawback however was thin armoring - less even than that found on a ''[[Locust]]'' - and a weapon payload which left it vulnerable to close-in fighting. During battle it most often skirted the edge of combat and harassed the enemy at long range; ''Hussars'' were also often deployed in support of ''[[Thorn (BattleMech)|Thorn]]'' units.<ref name=TRO2750>''Technical Readout: 2750'', pp. 24–25</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 16–17</ref>
  
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The vast majority of ''Hussars'' were assigned to the SLDF and the [[Star League]] maintained a tight control over [[Newhart Industries]]. The only time any of the [[Great Houses]] were able to acquire the 'Mech was either through salvage or so-called "shipping errors." This scarcity was further affected during the [[Amaris Civil War]] when the ''Hussar'''s [[New Earth]] factory was destroyed in [[2776]]. Thus when the Star League collapsed and [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] led most of the SLDF on [[Operation Exodus]], the ''Hussar'' practically disappeared from the [[Inner Sphere]]. What few ''Hussars'' remained were forced to make do with lesser parts as the knowledge behind their advanced components became [[lostech]]. The 'Mech remained a rarity until [[Operation Rosebud]], when [[ComStar]] supplied stripped-down HSR-300-D variants to the [[Draconis Combine]] prior to the [[War of 3039]].<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 252-253</ref>
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The vast majority of ''Hussars'' were assigned to the SLDF and the [[Star League]] maintained a tight control over [[Newhart Industries]]. The only time any of the [[Great Houses]] were able to acquire the 'Mech was either through salvage or so-called "shipping errors." This scarcity was further affected during the [[Amaris Civil War]] when the ''Hussar''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s [[New Earth]] factory was destroyed in [[2776]]. Thus when the [[Star League]] collapsed and [[Aleksandr Kerensky|General Kerensky]] led most of the [[SLDF]] on [[Operation EXODUS]], the ''Hussar'' practically disappeared from the [[Inner Sphere]]. What few ''Hussars'' remained were forced to make do with lesser parts as the knowledge behind their advanced components became [[lostech]]. The 'Mech remained a rarity until [[Operation ROSEBUD]], when [[ComStar]] supplied stripped-down HSR-300-D variants to the [[Draconis Combine]] prior to the [[War of 3039]].<ref name=TRO3050u/><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 252–253</ref>
  
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Original ''Hussars'' were also used by the [[Com Guards]], and during the [[Clan Invasion]] the design was among several selected to be upgraded to so-called ''[[Clanbuster]]'' variants prior to the [[Battle of Tukayyid]]. After the [[ComStar Schism]] the organization opened its vaults, allowing [[Coventry Metal Works]] to buy the rights to the design, including its original specifications and a new HSR-400-D variant being developed by [[Bonn Mekarmorwerks]]. Starting in [[3055]] CMW began producing both 200 and 400 models for the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]], although it predominantly served in Loyalist units in the [[FedCom Civil War]]. ''Hussar'' mortality rate was excessively high during this time since many Lyran pilots often train for stand-up fights in heavier 'Mechs; eventually tactics changed to accommodate the weak armor and high speed of the design.   Afterwards the ''Hussar'' continued to serve in the [[Lyran Alliance Armed Forces]] with new 'Mechs built out of [[Coventry]] until [[3068]] when the planet came under attack by the [[Word of Blake]].<ref name=TRO3050u/>
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Original ''Hussars'' were also used by the [[Com Guards]], and during the [[Clan Invasion]] the design was among several selected to be upgraded to so-called ''[[Clanbuster]]'' variants prior to the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]]. After the [[ComStar Schism]] the organization opened its vaults, allowing [[Coventry Metal Works]] to buy the rights to the design, including its original specifications and a new HSR-400-D variant being developed by [[Bonn Mekarmorwerks]]. Starting in [[3055]], CMW began producing both 200 and 400 models for the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]], although it predominantly served in Loyalist units in the [[FedCom Civil War]]. ''Hussar'' mortality rate was excessively high during this time since many Lyran pilots often train for stand-up fights in heavier 'Mechs; eventually tactics changed to accommodate the weak armor and high speed of the design. Afterwards, the ''Hussar'' continued to serve in the [[Lyran Alliance Armed Forces]] with new 'Mechs built out of [[Coventry]] until [[3068]] when the planet came under attack by the [[Word of Blake]].<ref name=TRO3050u/>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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The ''Hussar'' has a single weapon on its chassis in a unique turreted mount on the center torso, a Newhart [[Extended Range Large Laser]]. While the use of a single weapon limits the defensive capabilities of the ''Hussar'', the superior reach of the ER laser allows the 'Mech to engage enemies at a standoff range and its speed means the ''Hussar'' can dictate the range of the engagement, forcing enemies to fight on its terms. If enemies do get too close the ''Hussar'' can still engage in physical combat with kicks and punches but this is less than ideal. Ten [[double heat sinks]] are enough to keep the 'Mech cool in combat, but only one and a half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor makes the ''Hussar'' among the least-protected 'Mechs ever built.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r/>
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The ''Hussar'' has a single weapon on its chassis in a unique turreted mount on the center torso, a [[Newhart]] [[ER large laser]]. While the use of a single weapon limits the defensive capabilities of the ''Hussar'', the superior reach of this weapon allows the 'Mech to engage enemies at a stand-off range, and its speed means the ''Hussar'' can dictate the range of the engagement. If enemies do get too close the ''Hussar'' can still engage in physical combat with kicks and punches, but this is less than ideal. 10 [[double heat sink]]s are enough to keep the 'Mech cool in combat, but only one and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor makes the ''Hussar'' among the least-protected 'Mechs ever built.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r/>
  
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The ''Hussar'''s Ranger-brand communications and targeting-tracking systems are superior to most other electronic systems with greater range for improved reconnaissance capabilities. The Sightseer in particular is capable of jamming most signals and tapping into communications between enemy 'Mechs up to 35 kilometers distant. This makes several well-placed ''Hussars'' capable of completely disrupting an enemy's communications network, although they would more often be used to report on enemy movements and orders. While among those components most likely to be replaced with inferior technology, towards the end of the [[Third Succession War]] a quarter of ''Hussars'' in service were still equipped with the original Ranger systems.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r/>
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The ''Hussar''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Ranger-brand communications and targeting-tracking systems are superior to most other electronic systems, with greater range for improved reconnaissance capabilities. The Sightseer in particular is capable of jamming most signals and tapping into communications between enemy 'Mechs up to 35 kilometers distant. This makes several well-placed ''Hussars'' capable of completely disrupting an enemy's communications network, although they would more often be used to report on enemy movements and orders. While among those components most likely to be replaced with inferior technology, towards the end of the [[Third Succession War]] a quarter of ''Hussars'' in service were still equipped with the original Ranger systems.<ref name=TRO2750/><ref name=TRO3025r/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*;HSR-200Db : An upgrade of the 200 introduced in [[2735]] and used exclusively by [[SLDF Royal units]], the 200Db is powered by an [[XL Engine]]. This enables an upgrade of the 'Mech's electronics with a [[Beagle Active Probe]] and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] in the side torsos. In addition, the armor coverage is increased to five and a half tons.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 169</ref> BV (2.0)= 934<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 156</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 16</ref>
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*; HSR-200-Db : An upgrade of the 200 introduced in [[2735]] and used exclusively by [[SLDF Royal units]], the 200Db is powered by an [[XL engine]]. This enables an upgrade of the 'Mech's electronics with a [[Beagle active probe]] and a [[Guardian ECM suite]] in the side torsos. In addition, the armor coverage is increased to five and a half tons.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 169</ref> BV (2.0) = 934<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 156</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 16</ref>
  
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*;HSR-300-D : The 300-D ''Hussar'' is a simple downgrade of the 200-D ''Hussar'', gifted to the Draconis Combine by ComStar in [[3035]]. The primary changes in the design are the replacement of the ER large laser with a standard Defiance B3L [[Large Laser]], standard [[heat sinks]] in place of the double-strength models, and replacement of the Ferro-Fibrous armor with standard Riese Reliable armor at a negligible cost to the already weak armor protection. In place of the advanced electronics the HSR-300-D uses the [[Garret T10B]] communications system and the [[Dynatec 990]] targeting and tracking system.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 484, BV (2.0) = 543<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 73</ref>
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*; HSR-300-D : The 300-D ''Hussar'' is a simple downgrade of the 200-D ''Hussar'', gifted to the Draconis Combine by ComStar in [[3035]]. The primary changes in the design are the replacement of the [[ER large laser]] with a standard [[Large_Laser#Defiance_B3L|Defiance B3L]] [[large laser]], [[single heat sink]]s in place of the double-strength models, and replacement of the [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with standard [[Riese Reliable]] armor at a negligible cost to the already weak armor protection. In place of the advanced electronics the HSR-300-D uses the [[Garret T10B]] communications system and the [[Dynatec 990]] targeting and tracking system.<ref name=TRSWp24f /><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 484; BV (2.0) = 543<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 73</ref>
  
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*;HSR-350-D : This Combine variant on the 300-D was introduced in [[3038]]. It lowers the ''Hussar's'' top speed to 126 km/h by replacing the engine with a Pitban 240. The weight saved from the smaller power plant was used to add a [[Medium Laser]] to each arm and an extra ton of armor. BV (2.0) = 731<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 74</ref>
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*; HSR-350-D : This Combine variant on the 300-D was introduced in [[3038]]. It lowers the ''Hussar''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s top speed to 129.6 km/h by replacing the engine with a [[Pitban 240]]. The weight saved from the smaller power plant was used to add a [[medium laser]] to each arm and an extra ton of armor. BV (2.0) = 731<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 74</ref>
  
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*;HSR-400-D : One of the so-called "Clanbuster" upgrades developed by ComStar in [[3052]], the 400-D is an extreme modification of the original ''Hussar''. The ER large laser and the [[Fusion Engine|engine]] have both been stripped from the chassis to make room for a [[LB-X Autocannon/10]] with one ton of ammo, an additional 1.5 tons of armor and a GM 240 [[XL Engine]], reducing the ''Hussar's'' speed to 129.6 km/h. This variant of the ''Hussar'', due to the cluster rounds that can be fired from the LB-X Autocannon, performs admirably in anti-[[vehicle]] screening forces.<ref> ''Tukayyid'', p. 15</ref> BV (1.0) = 534, BV (2.0) = 615<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 72</ref>
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*; HSR-400-D : One of the so-called "Clanbuster" upgrades developed by ComStar in [[3052]], the 400-D is an extreme modification of the original ''Hussar''. The [[ER large laser]] and [[fusion engine|engine]] have both been stripped from the chassis to make room for an [[LB 10-X AC]] with one ton of ammo, an additional one and a half tons of armor, and a [[GM 240]] [[XL engine]], reducing the ''Hussar''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s speed to 129.6 km/h. This variant of the ''Hussar'', due to the cluster rounds that can be fired from the LB-X autocannon, performs admirably in anti-[[vehicle]] screening forces.<ref name=TRSWp24f /><ref name="T(SP)p12+">''Tukayyid'', pp. 12–17: "Com Guard 'Mechs"</ref> BV (1.0) = 534; BV (2.0) = 615<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 72</ref>
  
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*;HSR-500-D : The 500-D ''Hussar'', built by Bonn Mekarmorwerks and introduced in [[3060]], follows the pattern of many of the recon 'Mechs of that era by adding advanced electronics to the mix. Once again, the engine has been replaced by an ExtraLight model while also retaining the amazing speed for which the ''Hussar'' is famous. The primary weapon on this version is an [[ER PPC]]. The targeting system has been mated to an [[Improved C3 Computer]], making it deadly accurate at long range when working closely with other units. BV (1.0) = 867, BV (2.0) = 980<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 73</ref>
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*; HSR-500-D : The 500-D ''Hussar'', built by [[Bonn Mekarmorwerks]] and introduced in [[3060]], follows the pattern of many of the recon 'Mechs of that era by adding advanced electronics to the mix. Once again, the engine has been replaced by an [[XL engine]], retaining the amazing speed for which the ''Hussar'' is famous for. The primary weapon on this version is an [[ER PPC]], and the targeting system has been mated to an [[improved C3 computer]], making it deadly accurate at long range when working closely with other units. BV (1.0) = 867; BV (2.0) = 980<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 73</ref>
  
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*;HSR-900-D : This variant that only saw limited production in [[3067]] retains the speed of the original, but is powered by a [[Light Fusion Engine]]. The increased weight of the engine required stripping out the weapons and reducing the armor protection from the levels of the 500-D, even with the inclusion of [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. It is armed only with a [[Light Autocannon/2]] that is fed by a single [[CASE]]-protected bin, limiting the ability of the autocannon to use special munitions.  The 900-D was only in the prototype stage when the Word of Blake attacked Coventry.  Afterwards it could be found in service with the [[Word of Blake Militia]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 551<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 74</ref>
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*; HSR-600-D : Bonn Mekarmorwerks produced this version in 3060. It featured and ER PPC and C3i technology.<ref name=TRSWp24f />
  
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*;HSR-950-D : An upgrade of the 900-D produced for the Blakists in [[3070]], the 950-D is built on a standard frame and the equipment is stripped out. It is replaced with two [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Snub-Nose PPC]]. This variant has the most armor of any ''Hussar'' variant thanks to its use of a [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] weave. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 965<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 75</ref>
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*; HSR-900-D : This variant that only saw limited production in [[3067]] retains the speed of the original, but is powered by a [[light fusion engine]]. The increased weight of the engine required stripping out the weapons and reducing the armor protection from the levels of the 500-D, even with the inclusion of [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] armor. It is armed only with a [[light AC/2]] that is fed by a single [[CASE]]-protected bin, limiting the ability of the autocannon to use special munitions. The 900-D was only in the prototype stage when the [[Word of Blake]] attacked [[Coventry]], and afterwards it could be found in service with the [[Word of Blake Militia]].<ref name=TRSWp24f /><ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 551<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 74</ref>
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*; HSR-950-D : An upgrade of the 900-D produced for the Blakists in [[3070]], the 950-D is built on a standard frame, but with the equipment replaced with two [[ER medium laser]]s and a [[snub-nose PPC]]. This variant has the most armor of any ''Hussar'' variant thanks to its use of a [[heavy ferro-fibrous]] weave armor. BV (2.0) = 965<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)'', p. 75</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
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The ''Hussar'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92: Design Quirk Table - Hussar Entry</ref>
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* [[Directional Torso Mount|Directional Torso Mount (CT)]]
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* [[Improved Communications]]
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* [[Rugged|Rugged (1)]]
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==Notes==
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* Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Hussar'' was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in ''TRO:2750''; for some of these he also designed the stats. Regarding the ''Hussar'' specifically, he noted that ''"I know it is universally hated, but I am proud of the design.  It is a 'Mech version of a [[Savannah Master]].  Fast, toilet paper for armor, annoying weaponry.  Get this behind the enemy and wreck havoc.  That was what it was designed to do."''
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Husar'''''; the model code was left unchanged.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
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Image:3050U Hussar.jpg|HSR-200-D ''Hussar'' from above
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File:TRO 2750.jpg|A ''Hussar'' emblazons ''[[Technical Readout: 2750|TRO:2750]]'' cover
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Image:CCG Unlimited Hussar.jpg|HSR-200-D ''Hussar'' in motion
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File:Hussar.jpg|Original HSR-200-D ''Hussar'' from ''TRO:2750''
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Image:HSR-300-DHUSSAR.png|HSR-300-D ''Hussar''
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File:HSR-Husar.png|A charging HSR-300-D ''Hussar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised|TRO:3025 Revised]]''
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File:HSR-Husar.png|A charging HSR-300-D ''Hussar''  
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Image:HSR-300-DHUSSAR.png|HSR-300-D ''Hussar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3039|TRO:3039]]''
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Image:Battle of Tukayyid (11).jpg|HSR-400D ''Hussar''  
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Image:3050U Hussar.jpg|HSR-200-D ''Hussar'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
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Image:Battle of Tukayyid (11).jpg|An HSR-400D ''Hussar'' during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]] from ''[[Tukayyid (scenario pack)|Tukayyid]]''
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Image:CCG Unlimited Hussar.jpg|HSR-200-D ''Hussar'' in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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*''[[Combat Operations]]''
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*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''
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* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]]''
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*''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]''
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 2750]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
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*''[[Tukayyid (scenario pack)]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
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* ''[[Tukayyid (scenario pack)|Tukayyid]]''
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Latest revision as of 08:04, 23 April 2024

Hussar
Hussar
Production information
Manufacturer Bonn Mekarmorwerks[1]

Coventry Metal Works[1]

Newhart Industries

Production Year 2620[2]
Model HSR-200-D[1]
Class Light
Cost 2,790,840 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Inner Sphere BattleMech
Mass 30 tons
Chassis Benztrov 40
Armor Lexington Limited High Grade Ferro-Fibrous
Engine GM 270
Communications System Field Ranger Sightseer
Targeting Tracking System Ranger LAF Model 2
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 151 km/h
Armament

1x ER large laser

BV (1.0) 498[3]
BV (2.0) 636[1][4]


Description[edit]

The Hussar was one of the Star League Defense Force's most popular and widely used recon 'Mechs since its introduction in 2620. It was originally conceived and constructed as an infantry support 'Mech, but, as it reached units its incredible speed naturally lent the Hussar to a scouting role, and eventually allowed it to take the place of the majority of light scout vehicles in use at the time. Its excellent communications gear allowed the Hussar to operate deep behind enemy lines while its incredible speed made it hard to target and allowed the 'Mech to quickly disengage from a fight. An example of this can be found in the Fifty-first Hussar Regiments actions on Wotan in 2630.[5][6] Its most significant drawback however was thin armoring - less even than that found on a Locust - and a weapon payload which left it vulnerable to close-in fighting. During battle it most often skirted the edge of combat and harassed the enemy at long range; Hussars were also often deployed in support of Thorn units.[7][8]

The vast majority of Hussars were assigned to the SLDF and the Star League maintained a tight control over Newhart Industries. The only time any of the Great Houses were able to acquire the 'Mech was either through salvage or so-called "shipping errors." This scarcity was further affected during the Amaris Civil War when the Hussar's New Earth factory was destroyed in 2776. Thus when the Star League collapsed and General Kerensky led most of the SLDF on Operation EXODUS, the Hussar practically disappeared from the Inner Sphere. What few Hussars remained were forced to make do with lesser parts as the knowledge behind their advanced components became lostech. The 'Mech remained a rarity until Operation ROSEBUD, when ComStar supplied stripped-down HSR-300-D variants to the Draconis Combine prior to the War of 3039.[4][9]

Original Hussars were also used by the Com Guards, and during the Clan Invasion the design was among several selected to be upgraded to so-called Clanbuster variants prior to the Battle of Tukayyid. After the ComStar Schism the organization opened its vaults, allowing Coventry Metal Works to buy the rights to the design, including its original specifications and a new HSR-400-D variant being developed by Bonn Mekarmorwerks. Starting in 3055, CMW began producing both 200 and 400 models for the Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth, although it predominantly served in Loyalist units in the FedCom Civil War. Hussar mortality rate was excessively high during this time since many Lyran pilots often train for stand-up fights in heavier 'Mechs; eventually tactics changed to accommodate the weak armor and high speed of the design. Afterwards, the Hussar continued to serve in the Lyran Alliance Armed Forces with new 'Mechs built out of Coventry until 3068 when the planet came under attack by the Word of Blake.[4]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Hussar has a single weapon on its chassis in a unique turreted mount on the center torso, a Newhart ER large laser. While the use of a single weapon limits the defensive capabilities of the Hussar, the superior reach of this weapon allows the 'Mech to engage enemies at a stand-off range, and its speed means the Hussar can dictate the range of the engagement. If enemies do get too close the Hussar can still engage in physical combat with kicks and punches, but this is less than ideal. 10 double heat sinks are enough to keep the 'Mech cool in combat, but only one and a half tons of ferro-fibrous armor makes the Hussar among the least-protected 'Mechs ever built.[7][8]

The Hussar's Ranger-brand communications and targeting-tracking systems are superior to most other electronic systems, with greater range for improved reconnaissance capabilities. The Sightseer in particular is capable of jamming most signals and tapping into communications between enemy 'Mechs up to 35 kilometers distant. This makes several well-placed Hussars capable of completely disrupting an enemy's communications network, although they would more often be used to report on enemy movements and orders. While among those components most likely to be replaced with inferior technology, towards the end of the Third Succession War a quarter of Hussars in service were still equipped with the original Ranger systems.[7][8]

Variants[edit]

  • HSR-300-D 
    The 300-D Hussar is a simple downgrade of the 200-D Hussar, gifted to the Draconis Combine by ComStar in 3035. The primary changes in the design are the replacement of the ER large laser with a standard Defiance B3L large laser, single heat sinks in place of the double-strength models, and replacement of the ferro-fibrous armor with standard Riese Reliable armor at a negligible cost to the already weak armor protection. In place of the advanced electronics the HSR-300-D uses the Garret T10B communications system and the Dynatec 990 targeting and tracking system.[1][9] BV (1.0) = 484; BV (2.0) = 543[13]
  • HSR-350-D 
    This Combine variant on the 300-D was introduced in 3038. It lowers the Hussar's top speed to 129.6 km/h by replacing the engine with a Pitban 240. The weight saved from the smaller power plant was used to add a medium laser to each arm and an extra ton of armor. BV (2.0) = 731[14]
  • HSR-400-D 
    One of the so-called "Clanbuster" upgrades developed by ComStar in 3052, the 400-D is an extreme modification of the original Hussar. The ER large laser and engine have both been stripped from the chassis to make room for an LB 10-X AC with one ton of ammo, an additional one and a half tons of armor, and a GM 240 XL engine, reducing the Hussar's speed to 129.6 km/h. This variant of the Hussar, due to the cluster rounds that can be fired from the LB-X autocannon, performs admirably in anti-vehicle screening forces.[1][15] BV (1.0) = 534; BV (2.0) = 615[16]
  • HSR-500-D 
    The 500-D Hussar, built by Bonn Mekarmorwerks and introduced in 3060, follows the pattern of many of the recon 'Mechs of that era by adding advanced electronics to the mix. Once again, the engine has been replaced by an XL engine, retaining the amazing speed for which the Hussar is famous for. The primary weapon on this version is an ER PPC, and the targeting system has been mated to an improved C3 computer, making it deadly accurate at long range when working closely with other units. BV (1.0) = 867; BV (2.0) = 980[17]
  • HSR-600-D 
    Bonn Mekarmorwerks produced this version in 3060. It featured and ER PPC and C3i technology.[1]
  • HSR-900-D 
    This variant that only saw limited production in 3067 retains the speed of the original, but is powered by a light fusion engine. The increased weight of the engine required stripping out the weapons and reducing the armor protection from the levels of the 500-D, even with the inclusion of heavy ferro-fibrous armor. It is armed only with a light AC/2 that is fed by a single CASE-protected bin, limiting the ability of the autocannon to use special munitions. The 900-D was only in the prototype stage when the Word of Blake attacked Coventry, and afterwards it could be found in service with the Word of Blake Militia.[1][4] BV (2.0) = 551[18]
  • HSR-950-D 
    An upgrade of the 900-D produced for the Blakists in 3070, the 950-D is built on a standard frame, but with the equipment replaced with two ER medium lasers and a snub-nose PPC. This variant has the most armor of any Hussar variant thanks to its use of a heavy ferro-fibrous weave armor. BV (2.0) = 965[19]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Hussar has the following Design Quirks:[20]

Notes[edit]

  • Author Blaine Lee Pardoe stated in a blog entry that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the Hussar was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:2750; for some of these he also designed the stats. Regarding the Hussar specifically, he noted that "I know it is universally hated, but I am proud of the design. It is a 'Mech version of a Savannah Master. Fast, toilet paper for armor, annoying weaponry. Get this behind the enemy and wreck havoc. That was what it was designed to do."
  • In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Husar; the model code was left unchanged.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 24–25: "HSR-200-D Hussar"; reprinted from Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
  2. ↑ MUL online date for the Hussar
  3. ↑ Combat Operations, p. 106
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 192–193
  5. ↑ Technical Readout: 2750, p. 24: "Capabilities"
  6. ↑ Technical Readout: 3025 Revised, p. 16: "Overview"
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Technical Readout: 2750, pp. 24–25
  8. ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 Technical Readout: 3025 Revised, pp. 16–17
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Technical Readout: 3039, pp. 252–253
  10. ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 169
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 156
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 16
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 73
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 74
  15. ↑ Tukayyid, pp. 12–17: "Com Guard 'Mechs"
  16. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 72
  17. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 73
  18. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 74
  19. ↑ Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League), p. 75
  20. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 92: Design Quirk Table - Hussar Entry

Bibliography[edit]

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