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Line 2: |image=3055u_Jackal.jpg |image=3055u_Jackal.jpg |name=''Jackal'' |name=''Jackal'' − |manufacturer=[[Earthwerks Incorporated]] + |manufacturer=[[Earthwerks Incorporated]],<br/> [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]] − ---- − [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]] |model=JA-KL-1532 |model=JA-KL-1532 |production year=3052 |production year=3052 |year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1653/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1653/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |class=Light |class=Light − |cost= 4,635,540 [[C-bill]]s + |cost= 4,635,540 C-bills |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |mech type=BattleMech |mech type=BattleMech |mass=30 |mass=30 − |chassis=[[Hollis Mark VI - Alpha]] [[endo steel]] + |chassis=Hollis Mark VI - Alpha [[Endo Steel]] − |armor=[[York Industries CTC-0]] + |armor=York Industries CTC-0 |engine=[[Hermes 210 XL]] |engine=[[Hermes 210 XL]] |comsys=[[Sipher Security Plus]] |comsys=[[Sipher Security Plus]] |T&T=[[Hartford S2000A]] |T&T=[[Hartford S2000A]] − |heat sinks=11 [[single heat sink]]s + |heat sinks=11 |speed=118.8 |speed=118.8 |armament= |armament= − * 1x [[ER PPC]] + *1x [[ER PPC]] − * 1x [[Anti-missile system]] + *1x [[Anti-Missile System]] − * 1x [[Streak SRM-2]] + *1x [[Streak SRM-2]] |BV (1.0)=678<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> |BV (1.0)=678<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> |BV (2.0)=918<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 24</ref> |BV (2.0)=918<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 24</ref> Line 29:
Line 27: ==Description== ==Description== − Developed by the [[Solaris VII]]-based [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]], the '''''Jackal''''' was designed to give as equal of a performance as possible to a [[Clan]] '[[Mech]] of equal weight. While intended for the battlefield rather than the arenas, the prototype's stellar run on [[Solaris]] attracted the attention of number of 'Mech manufacturers, most notably [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] of [[Keystone]]. While Earthwerks ultimately secured the main production rights to the design, VEST was allowed to maintain limited garage level production as well. <ref name=TRO3055U-20>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 20-21</ref> One of the many victims of the massive upheavals of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], all ''Jackal'' production ceased in [[Production Ceased::3079]]. <ref name=XTROM-3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Marik'', p. 3</ref> + Developed by the [[Solaris VII]] based [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]], the '''''Jackal''''' was designed to give as equal of a performance as possible to a [[Clan]] '[[Mech]] of equal weight. While intended for the battlefield rather than the arenas, the prototype's stellar run on [[Solaris]] attracted the attention of number of 'Mech manufacturers, most notably Earthwerks Incorporated of [[Keystone]]. While Earthwerks ultimately secured the main production rights to the design, VEST was allowed to maintain limited garage level production as well. <ref name=TRO3055U-20>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 20-21</ref> One of the many victims of the massive upheavals of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], all ''Jackal'' production ceased in [[Production Ceased::3079]]. <ref name=XTROM-3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Marik'', p. 3</ref> − To meet its goal of matching the Clan 'Mechs it was intended to face, the ''Jackal'' was built on a [[Hollis Mark VI - Alpha]] [[endo steel]] chassis, which weighs half as much as a normal structure, and was powered by a [[Hermes 210]] [[XL engine]] which saved more weight at the cost of durability. The ''Jackal'' also carried impressive armor for its weight, with six tons protecting the 'Mech. The only cause for complaint was the design's lack of [[CASE]] and that it only mounted [[single heat sink]]s. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> + To meet its goal of matching the Clan 'Mechs it was intended to face, the ''Jackal'' was built on a Hollis Mark VI - Alpha [[Endo Steel]] chassis which weighs half as much as a normal structure and was powered by a Hermes 210 [[XL engine]] which saved more weight at the cost of durability. The ''Jackal'' also carried impressive armor for its weight with six tons of armor protecting the 'Mech. The only cause for complaint was the design's lack of [[CASE]] and that it only mounted eleven standard-strength [[heat sink]]s. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Jackal'' was armed with a simple but effective arsenal. The primary weapon carried by the 'Mech is an [[Extended-Range_Particle_Projector_Cannon#Aberdovey_Mark_XXX|Aberdovey Mk XXX]] [[ER PPC]], which allowed the ''Jackal'' to damage a target at just under 700 meters, while a [[Holly]] [[Streak SRM-2]] missile launcher provided close combat power. A [[Anti-missile_system#Burrow_Anti-Missile_System|Burrow]] [[anti-missile system]] was mounted on the 'Mech's head for missile defense; each system carried a ton of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3055U-20/> + The ''Jackal'' was armed with a simple but effective arsenal. The primary weapon carried by the 'Mech is an Aberdovey Mk XXX [[ER PPC]] which allowed the ''Jackal'' to damage a target at just under 700 meters. For close combat, the ''Jackal'' had a Holly [[Streak SRM-2]] missile launcher and to defend against missile attacks a Burow [[Anti-Missile System]] was mounted on the 'Mechs head, carrying a ton of ammunition for each. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; JA-KL-55 : The 55 variant of the ''Jackal'' is a modification that is built to enhance its long range accuracy. This was done by removing the [[anti-missile system]] and replacing it with an advanced [[targeting computer]], which allowed the ''Jackal'' to attack an enemy with even greater long-range accuracy in a [[Sniper (unit role)|sniper role]]. The long requested switch from standard to [[double heat sink]]s enhances the design yet further, and allowed dropping one heat sink to boost armor. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> BV (1.0) = 902<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 46</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,034<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 25</ref> + *;JA-KL-55 : The 55 variant of the ''Jackal'' is a modification that is built to enhance its long range accuracy. This is done by removing the [[Anti-Missile System]] and in its place an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] which allows the ''Jackal'' to attack an enemy with even greater long range accuracy making it an excellent sniper 'Mech. The long requested switch from standard to [[double heat sink]]s enhances the design yet further, dropping one heat sink to boost armor. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> BV (1.0) = 902<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 46</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,034<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 25</ref> − *; JA-KL-1578 : A slightly less advanced field refit kit based on the -1579, the -1578 merely replaces the rare [[Angel ECM suite]] for the much more common [[Guardian ECM suite]] while adding an [[ER small laser]].<ref name=XTROM-3/> + *;JA-KL-1578 : A slightly less advanced field refit kit based on the 1579, the 1578 merely replaces the rare Angel for the much more common [[Guardian ECM Suite]] while adding an [[ER Small Laser]]. BV (2.0) = ???? <ref name=XTROM-3/> − *; JA-KL-1579 : An [[experimental technology|experimental]] field refit kit for the -1532 ''Jackal'' developed by Earthwerks, the -1579 retained the [[ER PPC]] and [[anti-missile system]] while switching to [[double heat sink]]s to free up weight for a few appliqué armor panels. The main difference was the replacement of the unloved [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher and its attendant ammo with a [[PPC capacitor]] to boost the effectiveness of its sole offensive weapon, and an advanced [[Angel ECM suite]] to protect the design from enemy electronics. BV (2.0) = 1,273 <ref name=XTROM-3/> + *;JA-KL-1579 : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] field refit kit for the 1532 ''Jackal'' developed by Earthwerks, the 1579 retained the ER PPC and Anti-Missile System, switching to double-strength heat sinks to free up weight to add a few appliqué armor panels. The main difference was the replacement of the unloved Streak launcher and its attendant ammo with a [[PPC Capacitor]] to boost the effectiveness of its sole offensive weapon, and an advanced [[Angel ECM Suite]] to protect the design from enemy electronics. BV (2.0) = 1,273 <ref name=XTROM-3/> − − ==Design Quirks== − The '' Jackal'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92 BattleMech Quirk Table - Jackal Entry.</ref> − * [[Improved Cooling Jacket|Improved Cooling Jacket (ER PPC)]] − * [[Weak Legs]] ==Notes== ==Notes== − * 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 ''Jackal'' was among the BattleMechs which he designed and for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3055.+ In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Schakal'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''SH-KL-1532'''. − − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Schakal'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''SH-KL-1532'''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 67:
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|name=''Jackal'' | |name=''Jackal'' | ||
| − | |manufacturer=[[Earthwerks Incorporated]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Earthwerks Incorporated]],<br/> [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]] |
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|model=JA-KL-1532 | |model=JA-KL-1532 | ||
|production year=3052 | |production year=3052 | ||
|year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1653/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1653/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|class=Light | |class=Light | ||
| − | |cost= 4,635,540 | + | |cost= 4,635,540 C-bills |
|Tech Base=Inner Sphere | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type=BattleMech | |mech type=BattleMech | ||
|mass=30 | |mass=30 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=Hollis Mark VI - Alpha [[Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=York Industries CTC-0 |
|engine=[[Hermes 210 XL]] | |engine=[[Hermes 210 XL]] | ||
|comsys=[[Sipher Security Plus]] | |comsys=[[Sipher Security Plus]] | ||
|T&T=[[Hartford S2000A]] | |T&T=[[Hartford S2000A]] | ||
| − | |heat sinks=11 | + | |heat sinks=11 |
|speed=118.8 | |speed=118.8 | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
| − | * 1x [[ER PPC]] | + | *1x [[ER PPC]] |
| − | * 1x [[Anti- | + | *1x [[Anti-Missile System]] |
| − | * 1x [[Streak SRM-2]] | + | *1x [[Streak SRM-2]] |
|BV (1.0)=678<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> | |BV (1.0)=678<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> | ||
|BV (2.0)=918<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 24</ref> | |BV (2.0)=918<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 24</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Developed by the [[Solaris VII]] | + | Developed by the [[Solaris VII]] based [[Vining Engineering and Salvage Team]], the '''''Jackal''''' was designed to give as equal of a performance as possible to a [[Clan]] '[[Mech]] of equal weight. While intended for the battlefield rather than the arenas, the prototype's stellar run on [[Solaris]] attracted the attention of number of 'Mech manufacturers, most notably Earthwerks Incorporated of [[Keystone]]. While Earthwerks ultimately secured the main production rights to the design, VEST was allowed to maintain limited garage level production as well. <ref name=TRO3055U-20>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 20-21</ref> One of the many victims of the massive upheavals of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], all ''Jackal'' production ceased in [[Production Ceased::3079]]. <ref name=XTROM-3>''Experimental Technical Readout: Marik'', p. 3</ref> |
| − | To meet its goal of matching the Clan 'Mechs it was intended to face, the ''Jackal'' was built on a | + | To meet its goal of matching the Clan 'Mechs it was intended to face, the ''Jackal'' was built on a Hollis Mark VI - Alpha [[Endo Steel]] chassis which weighs half as much as a normal structure and was powered by a Hermes 210 [[XL engine]] which saved more weight at the cost of durability. The ''Jackal'' also carried impressive armor for its weight with six tons of armor protecting the 'Mech. The only cause for complaint was the design's lack of [[CASE]] and that it only mounted eleven standard-strength [[heat sink]]s. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Jackal'' was armed with a simple but effective arsenal. The primary weapon carried by the 'Mech is an | + | The ''Jackal'' was armed with a simple but effective arsenal. The primary weapon carried by the 'Mech is an Aberdovey Mk XXX [[ER PPC]] which allowed the ''Jackal'' to damage a target at just under 700 meters. For close combat, the ''Jackal'' had a Holly [[Streak SRM-2]] missile launcher and to defend against missile attacks a Burow [[Anti-Missile System]] was mounted on the 'Mechs head, carrying a ton of ammunition for each. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; JA-KL-55 : The 55 variant of the ''Jackal'' is a modification that is built to enhance its long range accuracy. This | + | *;JA-KL-55 : The 55 variant of the ''Jackal'' is a modification that is built to enhance its long range accuracy. This is done by removing the [[Anti-Missile System]] and in its place an advanced [[Targeting Computer]] which allows the ''Jackal'' to attack an enemy with even greater long range accuracy making it an excellent sniper 'Mech. The long requested switch from standard to [[double heat sink]]s enhances the design yet further, dropping one heat sink to boost armor. <ref name=TRO3055U-20/> BV (1.0) = 902<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 46</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,034<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 25</ref> |
| − | *; JA-KL-1578 : A slightly less advanced field refit kit based on the | + | *;JA-KL-1578 : A slightly less advanced field refit kit based on the 1579, the 1578 merely replaces the rare Angel for the much more common [[Guardian ECM Suite]] while adding an [[ER Small Laser]]. BV (2.0) = ???? <ref name=XTROM-3/> |
| − | *; JA-KL-1579 : An [[ | + | *;JA-KL-1579 : An [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] field refit kit for the 1532 ''Jackal'' developed by Earthwerks, the 1579 retained the ER PPC and Anti-Missile System, switching to double-strength heat sinks to free up weight to add a few appliqué armor panels. The main difference was the replacement of the unloved Streak launcher and its attendant ammo with a [[PPC Capacitor]] to boost the effectiveness of its sole offensive weapon, and an advanced [[Angel ECM Suite]] to protect the design from enemy electronics. BV (2.0) = 1,273 <ref name=XTROM-3/> |
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Marik]]'' | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Marik]]'' | ||
| − | * '' | + | * [http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf ''Master Unit List''] (dead link) |
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Light BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:30 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:30 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Inner Sphere General BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Free Worlds League BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Free Worlds League BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:German renamed units]] | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||