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''This article is about the BattleMech. For the military rank, see [[Marshal (rank)]].'' | ''This article is about the BattleMech. For the military rank, see [[Marshal (rank)]].'' | ||
{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image=Marshal.jpg | + | |image = Marshal.jpg |
| − | |name=''Marshal'' | + | |name = ''Marshal'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Detroit Consolidated MechWorks]] | + | |manufacturer = [[Detroit Consolidated MechWorks]] |
| − | |production year=3059 | + | ---- |
| − | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2090/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | [[Taurus Territorial Industries]]<ref name=TRO:3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 100-101, "Marshal 'Mech Profile"</ref> |
| − | |model=MHL-X1 | + | |production year = 3059 |
| − | |class=Medium | + | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2090/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |cost= 4,545,323 C- | + | |model = MHL-X1 |
| − | |mass=55 | + | |class = Medium |
| + | |cost = 4,545,323 [[C-bill]]s | ||
| + | |mass = 55 | ||
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type = BattleMech | |mech type = BattleMech | ||
| − | |chassis=Earthwerk GRF | + | |chassis = [[Earthwerk GRF]] |
| − | |armor= Durallex Medium [[ferro-fibrous]] | + | |armor = [[Durallex Medium]] [[ferro-fibrous]] |
| − | |engine=[[Magna 220]] | + | |engine = [[Magna 220]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Neil 9000-A]] | + | |comsys = [[Neil 9000-A]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Octagon Tartrac System C]] | + | |T&T = [[Octagon Tartrac System C]] |
| − | |heat sinks=18 | + | |heat sinks = 18 [[heat sinks|single]] |
| − | |speed=64.8 | + | |speed = 64.8 |
| − | |jumpjets=[[Rawlings 55]] | + | |jumpjets = [[Rawlings 55]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament = |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[large laser]] |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[medium pulse laser]] |
* 1x [[medium laser]] | * 1x [[medium laser]] | ||
| − | *2x [[ | + | * 2x [[machine gun]]s |
| − | *1x [[ | + | * 1x [[flamer]] |
| − | *1x [[LRM-5]] | + | * 1x [[LRM-5]] |
| − | |BV (1.0)=995<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 122</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 158</ref> | + | |BV (1.0) = 995<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 122</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 158</ref> |
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,163<ref name=TRO:3060/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 144</ref> | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,163<ref name=TRO:3060/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 144</ref> |
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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Marshal'' uses a standard internal structure and a standard [[Magna 220]] [[fusion engine]] that gives | + | The ''Marshal'' uses a standard internal structure and a standard [[Magna 220]] [[fusion engine]] that gives it a top speed of 64.8 km/h while also giving the 'Mech a great deal of survivability. The ''Marshal''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mobility is augmented with four [[Rawlings 55]] [[jump jet]]s that let it jump up to 120 meters. For protection, the ''Marshal'' carries 10 tons of [[Durallex Medium]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, giving it nearly the maximum amount of protection possible, though some critics have complained about the difficulty of replacing such advanced armor in the field.<ref name=TRO:3060/> <ref name=TP2p104/> |
| − | With an eye towards long isolated deployments the ''Marshal'' carries a weapons mix of mostly energy weapons. The only ammunition dependent weapons carried are two [[Sperry Browning]] [[ | + | With an eye towards long isolated deployments the ''Marshal'' carries a weapons mix of mostly energy weapons. The only ammunition dependent weapons carried are two [[Sperry Browning]] [[machine gun]]s for crowd control and anti-infantry combat, and a [[Delta Dart]] [[LRM-5]] launcher to give it some long-range firepower. The 'Mech primarily depends on its [[Sunglow Type 2]] [[large laser]] for long-range firepower and a [[Diverse Optics Type 27]] [[medium pulse laser]] and a [[Diverse Optics Type 18]] [[medium laser]] for short-range combat. Finally, for clearing woods and also useful as an anti-infantry weapon, the ''Marshal'' has a [[Hotshot]] [[flamer]].<ref name=TRO:3060/><ref name=TP2p104/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;MHL-2L : By switching to [[double heat sink]]s, the 2L model of the ''Marshal'' is able to upgrade the LRM-5 launcher to a much more powerful [[LRM-15]] launcher, tripling the damage capability of the ''Marshal''s long range missile launcher and greatly increasing | + | *; MHL-2L : By switching to [[double heat sink]]s, the 2L model of the ''Marshal'' is able to upgrade the [[LRM-5]] launcher to a much more powerful [[LRM-15]] launcher, tripling the damage capability of the ''Marshal''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s long range missile launcher and greatly increasing its combat effectiveness. BV (1.0) = 1,169<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,313<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 145</ref> |
| − | *; MHL-3MC : This variant of the ''Marshal'' was introduced during the [[Dark Age]]. It carries a [[TSEMP | + | *; MHL-3MC : This variant of the ''Marshal'' was introduced during the [[Dark Age]]. It carries a [[TSEMP cannon]], [[MML-9]] with a three ton ammunition bay, two [[machine gun]]s, a [[flamer]], a [[medium laser]], and a [[medium pulse laser]]. It is otherwise identical to the original ''Marshal''. BV (2.0) = 1,714<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 130</ref> |
| − | *; MHL-6MC : This is a [[Magistracy of Canopus]] variant of the ''Marshal'' | + | *; MHL-6MC : This is a [[Magistracy of Canopus]] variant of the ''Marshal'' that was developed during the [[Jihad]]. This model saw introduction of a [[light fusion engine]], and some modern weaponry to the ''Marshal''<nowiki>'</nowiki> arsenal. The right torso mounted [[medium pulse laser]] is retained, while a [[light PPC]], [[plasma rifle]], and an [[MML-9]] is introduced for ranged attacks. For dedicated anti-infantry work, the [[machine gun]]s are exchanged for pair of [[light machine gun]]s in a [[Machine Gun Array]]. BV (2.0) = 1,467<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 146</ref> |
| − | *;MHL-6FR : A variant developed by the Colonial Marshals during the [[Fronc Reaches]] era, the 6FR mounts a [[ | + | *; MHL-6FR : A variant developed by the Colonial Marshals during the [[Fronc Reaches]] era, the 6FR mounts a [[snub-nose PPC]] in the right arm in support of three [[medium X-Pulse laser]]s in the left torso, rounded out by a head-mounted [[flamer]]. Built around a 220rated [[light fusion engine]] and clad in [[standard armor]] plate, the 6FR is fitted with 15 [[double heat sink]]s and 6 [[improved jump jet]]s to give it greater longevity and mobility during battle. BV (2.0) = 1429<ref name=OTPFR-40>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 40 "Marshal MHL-6FR"</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Marshal'' | + | The ''Marshal'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93 BattleMech Quirk Table - Marshal Entry.</ref> |
* [[Easy to Maintain]] | * [[Easy to Maintain]] | ||
* [[Rugged|Rugged (2)]] | * [[Rugged|Rugged (2)]] | ||
Revision as of 13:05, 27 September 2022
This article is about the BattleMech. For the military rank, see Marshal (rank).
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| Marshal | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Detroit Consolidated MechWorks
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| Production Year | 3059[2] |
| Model | MHL-X1 |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 4,545,323 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerk GRF |
| Armor | Durallex Medium ferro-fibrous |
| Engine | Magna 220 |
| Communications System | Neil 9000-A |
| Targeting Tracking System | Octagon Tartrac System C |
| Heat Sinks | 18 single |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Rawlings 55 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 995[3][4] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,163[1][5] |
Contents
Description
When the Treaty of Taurus was signed, it established the New Colony Region in cooperation between the Magistracy of Canopus and the Taurian Concordat and also created the Colonial Marshals to police this area and protect its citizens. Even with the spirit of cooperation, the most that could be provided to the Colonial Marshals were older BattleMechs in various states of disrepair. To remedy the problem, Taurus Territorial Industries was commissioned by Protector Jeffrey Calderon to build the Marshal, which would see service in both the Colonial Marshals and the Taurian Defense Force.[1] [6]
Weapons and Equipment
The Marshal uses a standard internal structure and a standard Magna 220 fusion engine that gives it a top speed of 64.8 km/h while also giving the 'Mech a great deal of survivability. The Marshal's mobility is augmented with four Rawlings 55 jump jets that let it jump up to 120 meters. For protection, the Marshal carries 10 tons of Durallex Medium ferro-fibrous armor, giving it nearly the maximum amount of protection possible, though some critics have complained about the difficulty of replacing such advanced armor in the field.[1] [6]
With an eye towards long isolated deployments the Marshal carries a weapons mix of mostly energy weapons. The only ammunition dependent weapons carried are two Sperry Browning machine guns for crowd control and anti-infantry combat, and a Delta Dart LRM-5 launcher to give it some long-range firepower. The 'Mech primarily depends on its Sunglow Type 2 large laser for long-range firepower and a Diverse Optics Type 27 medium pulse laser and a Diverse Optics Type 18 medium laser for short-range combat. Finally, for clearing woods and also useful as an anti-infantry weapon, the Marshal has a Hotshot flamer.[1][6]
Variants
- MHL-2L
- By switching to double heat sinks, the 2L model of the Marshal is able to upgrade the LRM-5 launcher to a much more powerful LRM-15 launcher, tripling the damage capability of the Marshal's long range missile launcher and greatly increasing its combat effectiveness. BV (1.0) = 1,169[3], BV (2.0) = 1,313[7]
- MHL-3MC
- This variant of the Marshal was introduced during the Dark Age. It carries a TSEMP cannon, MML-9 with a three ton ammunition bay, two machine guns, a flamer, a medium laser, and a medium pulse laser. It is otherwise identical to the original Marshal. BV (2.0) = 1,714[8]
- MHL-6MC
- This is a Magistracy of Canopus variant of the Marshal that was developed during the Jihad. This model saw introduction of a light fusion engine, and some modern weaponry to the Marshal' arsenal. The right torso mounted medium pulse laser is retained, while a light PPC, plasma rifle, and an MML-9 is introduced for ranged attacks. For dedicated anti-infantry work, the machine guns are exchanged for pair of light machine guns in a Machine Gun Array. BV (2.0) = 1,467[9]
- MHL-6FR
- A variant developed by the Colonial Marshals during the Fronc Reaches era, the 6FR mounts a snub-nose PPC in the right arm in support of three medium X-Pulse lasers in the left torso, rounded out by a head-mounted flamer. Built around a 220rated light fusion engine and clad in standard armor plate, the 6FR is fitted with 15 double heat sinks and 6 improved jump jets to give it greater longevity and mobility during battle. BV (2.0) = 1429[10]
Design Quirks
The Marshal is subject to the following Design Quirks:[11]
Gallery
Original Marshall from The Periphery
Marshal from TRO:3060
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 100-101, "Marshal 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Marshal (BattleMech)
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Combat Operations, p. 122
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 158
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 144
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 The Periphery, Second Edition, p. 104 "Rules MHL-1X Marshal"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 145
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 130
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 146
- ↑ Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches, p. 40 "Marshal MHL-6FR"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 93 BattleMech Quirk Table - Marshal Entry.