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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Lynx.jpg | + | |image = Lynx.jpg |
| − | |name=''Lynx'' | + | |name = ''Lynx'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Blue Shot Weapons]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/> | + | |manufacturer = [[Blue Shot Weapons]]<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | |model=LNX-9Q | + | ---- |
| − | |production year=2761 | + | [[Telfar BattleMechs]] (under license)<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1968/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |model = LNX-9Q |
| − | |cost= 10,105,741 C- | + | |production year = 2761 |
| − | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | + | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1968/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |mech type=BattleMech | + | |cost = 10,105,741 [[C-bill]]s |
| − | |feet=biped | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |mass=55 | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |chassis=RAMTech QWT | + | |feet = biped |
| − | |armor=Kallon Unity Weave | + | |mass = 55 |
| − | |engine=[[Nissan 275 XL]] | + | |chassis = [[RAMTech QWT]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Lynx-shur]] | + | |armor = [[Kallon Unity Weave]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Cyclops Multi-Tasker 10]] | + | |engine = [[Nissan 275 XL]] |
| − | |heat sinks=15 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | + | |comsys = [[Lynx-shur]] |
| − | |speed=86.4 | + | |T&T = [[Cyclops Multi-Tasker 10]] |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Luxor Load Lifters]] | + | |heat sinks = 15 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |speed = 86.4 |
| − | *1x [[ER PPC]] | + | |jumpjets = [[Luxor Load Lifters]] |
| + | |armament = | ||
| + | * 1x [[ER PPC]] | ||
* 4x [[medium laser]]s | * 4x [[medium laser]]s | ||
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[large laser]] |
|BV (1.0) = 1,525<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 212–213: "Lynx Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 248</ref> | |BV (1.0) = 1,525<ref name=TRO:3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 212–213: "Lynx Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 248</ref> | ||
|BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 237</ref> | |BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 237</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Lynx''''' was first produced in [[Introduction Year::2761]] by Blue Shot Weapons of [[Solaris VII]] for use by the [[SLDF]]. | + | The '''''Lynx''''' was first produced in [[Introduction Year::2761]] by [[Blue Shot Weapons]] of [[Solaris VII]] for use by the [[SLDF]]. One of the first [[BattleMech]]s to mount an [[ER PPC]],<ref>''TechManual'', p. 233</ref> the ''Lynx'' possesses a stunning combination of speed, mobility, armor, and firepower for any 'Mech of any weight class. However, Blue Shot Weapons never was able to produce this striker BattleMech in significant numbers. With the decline of technology of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], Blue Shot's production dwindled still, until the factory producing the ''Lynx'' was destroyed in [[Production Ceased::2928]] by [[Marik]] raiders. The few remaining ''Lynxes'' were ultimately cannibalized for whatever could be salvaged. The ''Lynx'' did not see production again until [[Reintroduction Year::3056]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 118</ref><ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Lynx'' is powered by a Nissan 275 [[ | + | The ''Lynx'' is powered by a [[Nissan 275 XL]] [[extralight engine]] that allows the 'Mech to reach speeds of up to 86.4 km/h. Adding to its mobility, five [[Luxor Load Lifters]] [[jump jet]]s provide the ''Lynx'' with a jumping distance of up to 150 meters. The ''Lynx'' is protected by 12 tons of [[Kallon Unity]] Weave armor, which almost provides the maximum protection that a 55 ton 'Mech can carry. Finally, to dissipate the waste heat produced by all of its energy weapons, the ''Lynx'' has 15 [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
| − | The ''Lynx'' is intended for long term independent operations as well as protracted combat. To carry out the 'Mech's intended combat roles, | + | The ''Lynx'' is intended for long term independent operations as well as protracted combat. To carry out the 'Mech's intended combat roles, it carries a [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]], giving it an effective range of 690 meters. Backing this up is a [[Defiance B3L]] [[large laser]] that gives the ''Lynx'' even more firepower in the medium to long range envelope, and for close range combat the ''Lynx'' has a quartet of [[Defiance B3M]] [[medium laser]]s that can eviscerate any enemy that gets too close.<ref name=TRO:3058U/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; LNX-8Q : Never produced by the factory, the 8Q was the result of the general decline in technology during the Succession Wars. The necessary shift to a standard [[fusion engine]] resulted in the loss of a significant amount of equipment, including a ton of armor, the jump | + | *; LNX-8Q : Never produced by the factory, the 8Q was the result of the general decline in technology during the Succession Wars. The necessary shift to a standard [[fusion engine]] resulted in the loss of a significant amount of equipment, including a ton of armor, the [[jump jet]]s, and two [[medium laser]]s. The loss of available weight also forced the downgrade of the [[ER PPC]] to a second [[large laser]]. The design retains 15 [[heat sink]]s, though they were forced to be swapped out for the single variety. BV (1.0) = 1,027;<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 246</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,292<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 238</ref> |
| − | *;LNX-9C : The 9C variant of the ''Lynx'' enhances its short-range firepower. This is done by removing the [[ | + | *; LNX-9C : The 9C variant of the ''Lynx'' enhances its short-range firepower. This is done by removing the [[large laser]] and replacing it with a pair of [[Streak SRM-2]] launchers that add to its already devastating short-range arsenal. BV (1.0) = 1,478;<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 125</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 247</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,630<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 239</ref> |
| − | *;LNX-9R : A very basic upgrade of the ''Lynx'', the 9R replaces the [[ | + | *; LNX-9R : A very basic upgrade of the ''Lynx'', the 9R replaces the [[large laser]] with an [[ER large laser]], extending its effective range and making it more complimentary to the [[ER PPC]] at the cost of greater waste heat. BV (1.0) = 1,529;<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 249</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,755<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 240</ref> |
| − | *;''Lynx C'' : [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]]'s first BattleMech built with Clan spec technology rebuilt the popular ''Lynx''. Retaining the same ground speed and jump radius as its forebear, the weapon suite is now an [[ER PPC]], [[ER | + | *; ''Lynx C'' : [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]]'s first BattleMech built with Clan-spec technology rebuilt the popular ''Lynx''. Retaining the same ground speed and jump radius as its forebear, the weapon suite is now an [[ER PPC]], [[ER large laser]], [[large pulse laser]], [[ER medium laser]], and [[ER small laser]]. To offset the increased heat, engineers replaced two tons of armor with [[double heat sink]]s, bringing the total to 17. BV (2.0) = 2,712<ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 21</ref> |
== Design Quirks == | == Design Quirks == | ||
| − | The ''Lynx'' | + | The ''Lynx'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Lynx Entry.</ref> |
* [[Multi-Trac]] | * [[Multi-Trac]] | ||
Revision as of 08:14, 27 September 2022
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| Lynx | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Blue Shot Weapons[1]
Telfar BattleMechs (under license)[1] |
| Production Year | 2761[2] |
| Model | LNX-9Q |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 10,105,741 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | RAMTech QWT |
| Armor | Kallon Unity Weave |
| Engine | Nissan 275 XL |
| Communications System | Lynx-shur |
| Targeting Tracking System | Cyclops Multi-Tasker 10 |
| Heat Sinks | 15 double |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Luxor Load Lifters |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,525[1][3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,725[4] |
Contents
Description
The Lynx was first produced in 2761 by Blue Shot Weapons of Solaris VII for use by the SLDF. One of the first BattleMechs to mount an ER PPC,[5] the Lynx possesses a stunning combination of speed, mobility, armor, and firepower for any 'Mech of any weight class. However, Blue Shot Weapons never was able to produce this striker BattleMech in significant numbers. With the decline of technology of the Succession Wars, Blue Shot's production dwindled still, until the factory producing the Lynx was destroyed in 2928 by Marik raiders. The few remaining Lynxes were ultimately cannibalized for whatever could be salvaged. The Lynx did not see production again until 3056.[6][1]
Weapons and Equipment
The Lynx is powered by a Nissan 275 XL extralight engine that allows the 'Mech to reach speeds of up to 86.4 km/h. Adding to its mobility, five Luxor Load Lifters jump jets provide the Lynx with a jumping distance of up to 150 meters. The Lynx is protected by 12 tons of Kallon Unity Weave armor, which almost provides the maximum protection that a 55 ton 'Mech can carry. Finally, to dissipate the waste heat produced by all of its energy weapons, the Lynx has 15 double heat sinks.[1]
The Lynx is intended for long term independent operations as well as protracted combat. To carry out the 'Mech's intended combat roles, it carries a Defiance 1001 ER PPC, giving it an effective range of 690 meters. Backing this up is a Defiance B3L large laser that gives the Lynx even more firepower in the medium to long range envelope, and for close range combat the Lynx has a quartet of Defiance B3M medium lasers that can eviscerate any enemy that gets too close.[1]
Variants
- LNX-8Q
- Never produced by the factory, the 8Q was the result of the general decline in technology during the Succession Wars. The necessary shift to a standard fusion engine resulted in the loss of a significant amount of equipment, including a ton of armor, the jump jets, and two medium lasers. The loss of available weight also forced the downgrade of the ER PPC to a second large laser. The design retains 15 heat sinks, though they were forced to be swapped out for the single variety. BV (1.0) = 1,027;[7] BV (2.0) = 1,292[8]
- LNX-9C
- The 9C variant of the Lynx enhances its short-range firepower. This is done by removing the large laser and replacing it with a pair of Streak SRM-2 launchers that add to its already devastating short-range arsenal. BV (1.0) = 1,478;[9][10] BV (2.0) = 1,630[11]
- LNX-9R
- A very basic upgrade of the Lynx, the 9R replaces the large laser with an ER large laser, extending its effective range and making it more complimentary to the ER PPC at the cost of greater waste heat. BV (1.0) = 1,529;[9][12] BV (2.0) = 1,755[13]
- Lynx C
- Clan Smoke Jaguar's first BattleMech built with Clan-spec technology rebuilt the popular Lynx. Retaining the same ground speed and jump radius as its forebear, the weapon suite is now an ER PPC, ER large laser, large pulse laser, ER medium laser, and ER small laser. To offset the increased heat, engineers replaced two tons of armor with double heat sinks, bringing the total to 17. BV (2.0) = 2,712[14]
Design Quirks
The Lynx is subject to the following Design Quirk:[15]
Notes
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to 'Luchs. The model code was accordingly changed to LUC-5S.
Gallery
Original Lynx from TRO:3058
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, pp. 212–213: "Lynx Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Lynx (BattleMech)
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 248
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 237
- ↑ TechManual, p. 233
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058, p. 118
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 246
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 238
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 Combat Operations, p. 125
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 247
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 239
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 249
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 240
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 21
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Lynx Entry.