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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | | image = | + | | image = Jupiter.PNG |
| name = Jupiter | | name = Jupiter | ||
| − | | manufacturer = [[ | + | | manufacturer = [[CJF Factory Zone 4]] |
| class = Assault | | class = Assault | ||
| mass = 100 | | mass = 100 | ||
| chassis = Olivetti Stage 9 | | chassis = Olivetti Stage 9 | ||
| − | | armor = Raydient Series | + | | armor = Raydient Series 5 |
| engine = 300 [[XL Engine|XL]] | | engine = 300 [[XL Engine|XL]] | ||
| − | | speed = 54 | + | | speed = Gorvachs 54 |
| armament = | | armament = | ||
* 2 x [[ER PPC]] | * 2 x [[ER PPC]] | ||
* 2 x [[LRM-15]] | * 2 x [[LRM-15]] | ||
* 4 x [[Ultra AC/5]] | * 4 x [[Ultra AC/5]] | ||
| − | | BV (1.0) = 2,433 | + | | BV (1.0) = 2,433<ref name=RSMW>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I''</ref> |
| + | | BV (2.0) = 2,784<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pg. 149</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Jupiter''''' was designed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] to compliment their premier assault 'Mech, the ''[[Turkina]]'', during the [[Jihad]]. Although not as versatile as the ''Tukina'' it was developed from the most | + | The '''''Jupiter''''' was designed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] to compliment their premier assault 'Mech, the ''[[Turkina]]'', during the [[Jihad]]. Although not as versatile as the ''Tukina'', it was developed from the most commonly parts available at the time, giving the ''Jupiter'' a rugged and easily-repaired design that many other designs cannot match.<ref name=TRO148>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pg. 148</ref> Due to its durability, ''Jupiters'' have been spotted in many mercenary and House armies throughout the post-Jihad [[Inner Sphere]]. |
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| + | The ''Jupiter'' is a massive [[BattleMech]] that can only reach 54 km/h at best speed, thanks to its [[XL Engine]]. Nineteen and a half tons of armor provide protection that can be matched by few other 'Mechs.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pg. 148-149</ref> | ||
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Jupiter'' is armed for long range combat. The 'Mech mounts a pair of Type XX [[ER PPC]]s and two Series IV [[LRM-15]] launchers, giving it excellent long range capabilities. These are backed up by four Type DL [[Ultra AC/5]]s which allow the 'Mech to put a large volume of fire downrange. Additionally, the ER PPCs allow the 'Mech to stay in combat when its ammunition dependent weapons have been silenced due to lack of ammunition in prolonged engagements. | + | The ''Jupiter'' is armed for long range combat. The 'Mech mounts a pair of Type XX [[ER PPC]]s and two Series IV [[LRM-15]] launchers, giving it excellent long range capabilities. These are backed up by four Type DL [[Ultra AC/5]]s which allow the 'Mech to put a large volume of fire downrange. Additionally, the ER PPCs allow the 'Mech to stay in combat when its ammunition-dependent weapons have been silenced due to a lack of ammunition in prolonged engagements.<ref name=TRO148 /> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * Jupiter 2 - The ''Jupiter 2'' is a more maneuverable variant of the ''Jupiter''. The 'Mech removes the Ultra AC/5s and replaces them with a pair of [[Ultra AC/10]]s. The LRM-15s have been upgraded with [[Artemis IV]] for increase accuracy. Finally, to increase its maneuverability, the ''Jupiter'' 2 has had jump jets added that allow it to jump up to ninety meters. BV (1.0) = 2,915 | + | * Jupiter 2 - The ''Jupiter 2'' is a more maneuverable variant of the ''Jupiter''. The 'Mech removes the Ultra AC/5s and replaces them with a pair of [[Ultra AC/10]]s. The LRM-15s have been upgraded with [[Artemis IV]] for increase accuracy. Finally, to increase its maneuverability, the ''Jupiter'' 2 has had jump jets added that allow it to jump up to ninety meters.<ref name=TRO148 /> BV (1.0) = 2,915<ref name=RSMW /> |
* Some models are equipped with a 400 XL power plant and two Pattern J4 [[Streak SRM-4]]s at the expense of the autocannons for a faster speed of 65 km/h. | * Some models are equipped with a 400 XL power plant and two Pattern J4 [[Streak SRM-4]]s at the expense of the autocannons for a faster speed of 65 km/h. | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
* [[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]] | * [[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]] | ||
| + | * [[Technical Readout: 3075]] | ||
* [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/DA-116.pdf Erin Johnston's Dossier] | * [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/DA-116.pdf Erin Johnston's Dossier] | ||
* [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/DA-142.pdf Jack Farrell's Dossier] | * [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/DA-142.pdf Jack Farrell's Dossier] | ||
* [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/MW_LI_124.pdf Leala Banach's Dossier] | * [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/MW_LI_124.pdf Leala Banach's Dossier] | ||
* [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/MW_LI_149.pdf Geo Keane's Dossier] | * [http://www.wizkidsgames.com/mechwarrior/documents/MW_LI_149.pdf Geo Keane's Dossier] | ||
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | <references/> | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
Revision as of 18:01, 9 February 2009
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| Jupiter | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | CJF Factory Zone 4 |
| Class | Assault |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 100 tons |
| Chassis | Olivetti Stage 9 |
| Armor | Raydient Series 5 |
| Engine | 300 XL |
| Speed | Gorvachs 54 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 2,433[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 2,784[2] |
Contents
Description
The Jupiter was designed by Clan Jade Falcon to compliment their premier assault 'Mech, the Turkina, during the Jihad. Although not as versatile as the Tukina, it was developed from the most commonly parts available at the time, giving the Jupiter a rugged and easily-repaired design that many other designs cannot match.[3] Due to its durability, Jupiters have been spotted in many mercenary and House armies throughout the post-Jihad Inner Sphere.
The Jupiter is a massive BattleMech that can only reach 54 km/h at best speed, thanks to its XL Engine. Nineteen and a half tons of armor provide protection that can be matched by few other 'Mechs.[4]
Armament
The Jupiter is armed for long range combat. The 'Mech mounts a pair of Type XX ER PPCs and two Series IV LRM-15 launchers, giving it excellent long range capabilities. These are backed up by four Type DL Ultra AC/5s which allow the 'Mech to put a large volume of fire downrange. Additionally, the ER PPCs allow the 'Mech to stay in combat when its ammunition-dependent weapons have been silenced due to a lack of ammunition in prolonged engagements.[3]
Variants
- Jupiter 2 - The Jupiter 2 is a more maneuverable variant of the Jupiter. The 'Mech removes the Ultra AC/5s and replaces them with a pair of Ultra AC/10s. The LRM-15s have been upgraded with Artemis IV for increase accuracy. Finally, to increase its maneuverability, the Jupiter 2 has had jump jets added that allow it to jump up to ninety meters.[3] BV (1.0) = 2,915[1]
- Some models are equipped with a 400 XL power plant and two Pattern J4 Streak SRM-4s at the expense of the autocannons for a faster speed of 65 km/h.
References
- Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I
- Technical Readout: 3075
- Erin Johnston's Dossier
- Jack Farrell's Dossier
- Leala Banach's Dossier
- Geo Keane's Dossier