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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the ProtoMech|the WarShip|Minotaur (Individual Aegis-class WarShip)}} + {{otheruses|the [[ProtoMech]]|the ''[[Aegis]]''-class [[WarShip]]|Minotaur (Vessel)}} {{InfoBoxProtoMech {{InfoBoxProtoMech |image=Minotaur.jpg|200px |image=Minotaur.jpg|200px − |name=''Minotaur'' + |name=Minotaur − |manufacturer=[[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] Unknown facility<ref name=TR3060p202>''Technical Readout: 3060'', p. 202</ref><br>[[Clan Star Adder]] [[Huntress Manufacturing Plant DL-6]],<br>Unnamed Production Complex on [[Foster]]<ref>''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'', p. 70: "Vanishing Point"</ref> + |manufacturer=[[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] Unknown facility<ref>''Technical Readout: 3060, p. 202''</ref><br>[[Clan Star Adder]] [[Huntress Manufacturing Plant DL-6]] − |Tech Base=Clan + |Tech Base=Clan − |Introduced=Introduction Year::3060 + |Introduced=3060 |mass=9 |mass=9 − |chassis=Unspecified + |chassis=Standard − |armor=Unspecified + |armor=Standard − |engine=Unspecified + |engine=45 Fusion |speed=54 |speed=54 − |jumpjets=Unknown + |jumpjets=3 (type unknown) − | comsys = Unspecified+ |armament=2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s − | T&T = Unspecified+ |BV (1.0)=367<ref>''Technical Readout: 3060, p. 202''</ref> − |armament=2x [[ER Medium Laser]] + |BV (2.0)=424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, P 314 - BV2 from RS3060u.</ref> − |BV (1.0) = 367<ref name=TR3060p202 /> − |BV (2.0) = 424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 314: BV2 from RS3060u.</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Minotaur''''' is the "assault class" of the first generation [[ProtoMech]]s. Weighing more than any other ProtoMech, it trades speed for armor and weaponry. Intended for defensive operations, the ''Minotaur''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s lack of speed isn't an obstacle to completing its mission, and its impressive firepower means an entire [[Point]] working together can quickly take down a single target.<ref name=TRO3060p203>''Technical Readout: 3060'', p. 203</ref> + The '''''Minotaur''''' is the "assault class" of the first generation [[ProtoMech]]s. Weighing more than any other ProtoMech, it trades speed for armor and weaponry. In fact it is so well armored that it can take a direct [[Gauss Rifle]] hit to the torso and keep fighting. Intended for defensive operations, the ''Minotaur's'' lack of speed isn't an obstacle to completing its mission, particularly when partnered with LRM-equipped units like the ''[[Mad Dog]]'' or ''[[Gorgon (ProtoMech)|Gorgon]]''. − After the fall of [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] the ''Minotaur'' was quickly adopted by Clans [[Clan Goliath Scorpion|Goliath Scorpion]], [[Clan Hell's Horses|Hell's Horses]] and [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adder]] before spreading to many other Clans in the following decades.<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2186/minotaur-standard ''Minotaur (Standard)'' on Master Unit List]</ref>+ Though it would be a natural fit for the defensive units currently deployed by [[Clan Blood Spirit]], it appears that [[Clan Star Adder]] is currently the only Clan producing this model. − ==Weapons and Equipment== + ==Armament== − Carrying a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Minotaur'' has enough firepower to seriously damage any light 'Mechs foolish enough to close with it. It also boasts more protection than most light 'Mechs, enough to take a direct [[Gauss rifle]] hit to the torso and keep fighting. The drawback to this power however is a slow cruising speed of 32 km/h, which is somewhat compensated by a jumping capacity of 90 meters thanks to its [[Jump Jet]]s.<ref name=TRO3060p203>''Technical Readout: 3060'', p. 203</ref> + Carrying a pair of 'Mech scale [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Minotaur'' has enough firepower to seriously damage any light 'Mech foolish enough to close with it. A complete Point of ''Minotaur'' can even strip the armor off of some medium 'Mechs and heavy vehicles before the crew realizes the danger. With the long range of the ER Medium Lasers, the ''Minotaur'' can keep inflicting damage on the enemy for quite a while. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; ''Minotaur'' 2 : Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes an [[LB 2-X AC|LB 2-X Autocannon]] with a single ton of ammunition. This change caused a reallocation of armor from the torso and legs, while also dropping the original's jump jets. BV (2.0) = 168<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 315: LB-X variant of the Minotaur.</ref> + * ''Minotaur 2'' - Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes a [[LB 2-X AC|LB 2-X Autocannon]] with a single ton of ammunition. The armor is reallocated to Main Gun position from the torso and legs. This variant also drops the original's Jump Jets. BV (2.0) = 168<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 315 - LB-X variant of the Minotaur.</ref> − *; ''Minotaur'' 3 : This variation of the ''Minotaur'' was redesigned as a fire support model, armed with an [[LRM 12|LRM 12 Launcher]] as its "main gun." Improvements to the design include an increase of its maximum speed to 80 km/h, increase range to its jumping capacity, and additional armor protection. BV (2.0) = 443<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 316: Fire Support version of the Minotaur introduced during [[Civil War era]].</ref> + * ''Minotaur 3'' - This variation of the ''Minotaur'' is redesign as a fire support model. It is armed with a [[LRM 12|LRM 12 Launcher]] in the Main Gun position. Improvements to the design include a increase of maximum speed to 80 km/h, increase range to its Jump Jets, and its armor protection has been increased. BV (2.0) = 443<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 316 - Fire Support version of the Minotaur introduced during [[Civil War era]].</ref> − *; ''Minotaur'' 4 : Created during the [[Jihad]], this version of the ''Minotaur'' was fitted with [[Technology Rating|Advanced Tech]] developed during this era. The ''Minotaur'' 4 uses same armor protection as the second variant, but has speed of the third. Its only weapon is the newly developed [[ProtoMech AC/2|Class 2 ProtoMech Autocannon]] with 16 rounds of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 188<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 317: The Jihad era Advanced Tech version of the Minotaur.</ref> + * ''Minotaur 4'' - Created during the [[Jihad]], this version of the ''Minotaur'' fitted with [[Advanced Technology|Advanced Tech]] developed during this era. ''Minotaur 4'' uses same armor protection as second variant, but has speed of the third. Its only weapon is the newly developed [[ProtoMech AC/2|Class 2 ProtoMech Autocannon]] with 40 rounds of ammunition for weapons. BV (2.0) = 188<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 317 - The Jihad era Advanced Tech version of the Minotaur.</ref> − *; ''Minotaur'' P2 : Based on the ''Minotaur-XP'', this version reduces the SRM to an [[SRM-4]] with eight reloads. It uses the same [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s, however, and retains the maximized armor protection. To overcome the ''Minotaur''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s low speed, engineers added a ProtoMech-scale [[Magnetic Clamp]] system that allows the ProtoMech to "hitch a ride" on friendly units. BV (2.0) = 266<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 89</ref> + * ''Minotaur P2'' - Based on the ''Minotaur-XP'', this version reduces the SRM to an [[SRM-4]] with eight reloads. It uses the same [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s, however, and retains the maximized armor protection. To overcome the ''Minotaur's'' low speed, engineers added a ProtoMech-scale [[Magnetic Clamp]] system that allows the ProtoMech to "hitch a ride" on friendly units. BV (2.0) = 266<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 89</ref> − *; ''Minotaur'' Z : Developed by [[The Society]], this variant of the ''Minotaur'' uses five [[Extended Jump Jet]]s and a Magnetic Clamp system to travel around the battlefield. It's equipped with an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]], making it a threat to many units.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 45</ref> + * ''Minotaur Z'' - Developed by [[The Society]], this variant of the ''Minotaur'' uses five [[Extended Jump Jet]]s and a Magnetic Clamp system to travel around the battlefield. It's equipped with an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]], making it a threat to many units.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 45</ref> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== − *; ''Minotaur-XP'' : This version of the ''Minotaur'' was created by Clan Hell's Horses. The jump jets and standard weapons were removed and replaced by two [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s and an [[SRM-5 (Battle Armor)|SRM-5]] launcher. The weight saved from this weapon switch allowed the engineers to maximize the armor protection of the ''Minotaur-XP'', making it popular with pilots. BV (2.0) = 294<ref name=XTRO:Cp10>''Experimental Technical Readout: Clans'', p. 10</ref> + * ''Minotaur-XP'' - This version of the ''Minotaur'' was created by [[Clan Hell's Horses]]. The jump jets and standard weapons were removed and replaced by two [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s and an [[SRM-5]] launcher. The weight saved from this weapon switch allowed the engineers to maximize the armor protection of the ''Minotaur-XP'', making it popular with pilots. BV (2.0) = 294<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Clans'', p. 10</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== − The ''Minotaur'' P2 variant is subject of the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> + The ''Minotaur P2'' variant is subject of the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> * [[Extended Torso Twist]] * [[Extended Torso Twist]] − − The ''Minotaur-XR'' variant has following Design Quirks:<ref name=XTRO:Cp10/> − * [[Distracting]] − * [[Prototype]] − − ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Minotaurus'''''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Minotaur.jpg|Original ''Minotaur'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]''+ Image:Color-protomech.png|''Minotaur'' − Minotaur P2 TROPrototypes.jpg|''Minotaur'' P2 from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Prototypes]]'' − Color-protomech.png|Cutaway of ''Minotaur'' from ''[[TechManual]]'' </gallery> </gallery> Line 66:
Line 55: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Clans]]''+ *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Clans]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' − * ''[[The Wars of Reaving]]'' + *''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' − * ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' − [[Category:ProtoMechs]] [[Category:ProtoMechs]] − [[Category:Society ProtoMechs]] − [[Category:German renamed units]]
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| − | {{otheruses|the ProtoMech|the WarShip|Minotaur ( | + | {{otheruses|the [[ProtoMech]]|the ''[[Aegis]]''-class [[WarShip]]|Minotaur (Vessel)}} |
{{InfoBoxProtoMech | {{InfoBoxProtoMech | ||
|image=Minotaur.jpg|200px | |image=Minotaur.jpg|200px | ||
| − | |name= | + | |name=Minotaur |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] Unknown facility<ref | + | |manufacturer=[[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] Unknown facility<ref>''Technical Readout: 3060, p. 202''</ref><br>[[Clan Star Adder]] [[Huntress Manufacturing Plant DL-6]] |
| − | |Tech Base=Clan | + | |Tech Base=Clan |
| − | |Introduced= | + | |Introduced=3060 |
|mass=9 | |mass=9 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=Standard |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=Standard |
| − | |engine= | + | |engine=45 Fusion |
|speed=54 | |speed=54 | ||
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |jumpjets=3 (type unknown) |
| − | + | |armament=2x [[ER Medium Laser]]s | |
| − | + | |BV (1.0)=367<ref>''Technical Readout: 3060, p. 202''</ref> | |
| − | |armament=2x [[ER Medium Laser]] | + | |BV (2.0)=424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, P 314 - BV2 from RS3060u.</ref> |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 367<ref | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 424<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Minotaur''''' is the "assault class" of the first generation [[ProtoMech]]s. Weighing more than any other ProtoMech, it trades speed for armor and weaponry. | + | The '''''Minotaur''''' is the "assault class" of the first generation [[ProtoMech]]s. Weighing more than any other ProtoMech, it trades speed for armor and weaponry. In fact it is so well armored that it can take a direct [[Gauss Rifle]] hit to the torso and keep fighting. Intended for defensive operations, the ''Minotaur's'' lack of speed isn't an obstacle to completing its mission, particularly when partnered with LRM-equipped units like the ''[[Mad Dog]]'' or ''[[Gorgon (ProtoMech)|Gorgon]]''. |
| − | + | Though it would be a natural fit for the defensive units currently deployed by [[Clan Blood Spirit]], it appears that [[Clan Star Adder]] is currently the only Clan producing this model. | |
| − | == | + | ==Armament== |
| − | Carrying a pair of [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Minotaur'' has enough firepower to seriously damage any light ' | + | Carrying a pair of 'Mech scale [[ER Medium Laser]]s, the ''Minotaur'' has enough firepower to seriously damage any light 'Mech foolish enough to close with it. A complete Point of ''Minotaur'' can even strip the armor off of some medium 'Mechs and heavy vehicles before the crew realizes the danger. With the long range of the ER Medium Lasers, the ''Minotaur'' can keep inflicting damage on the enemy for quite a while. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur 2'' - Developed during the 3060s, this variant utilizes a [[LB 2-X AC|LB 2-X Autocannon]] with a single ton of ammunition. The armor is reallocated to Main Gun position from the torso and legs. This variant also drops the original's Jump Jets. BV (2.0) = 168<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 315 - LB-X variant of the Minotaur.</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur 3'' - This variation of the ''Minotaur'' is redesign as a fire support model. It is armed with a [[LRM 12|LRM 12 Launcher]] in the Main Gun position. Improvements to the design include a increase of maximum speed to 80 km/h, increase range to its Jump Jets, and its armor protection has been increased. BV (2.0) = 443<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 316 - Fire Support version of the Minotaur introduced during [[Civil War era]].</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur 4'' - Created during the [[Jihad]], this version of the ''Minotaur'' fitted with [[Advanced Technology|Advanced Tech]] developed during this era. ''Minotaur 4'' uses same armor protection as second variant, but has speed of the third. Its only weapon is the newly developed [[ProtoMech AC/2|Class 2 ProtoMech Autocannon]] with 40 rounds of ammunition for weapons. BV (2.0) = 188<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 317 - The Jihad era Advanced Tech version of the Minotaur.</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur P2'' - Based on the ''Minotaur-XP'', this version reduces the SRM to an [[SRM-4]] with eight reloads. It uses the same [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s, however, and retains the maximized armor protection. To overcome the ''Minotaur's'' low speed, engineers added a ProtoMech-scale [[Magnetic Clamp]] system that allows the ProtoMech to "hitch a ride" on friendly units. BV (2.0) = 266<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 89</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur Z'' - Developed by [[The Society]], this variant of the ''Minotaur'' uses five [[Extended Jump Jet]]s and a Magnetic Clamp system to travel around the battlefield. It's equipped with an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]], making it a threat to many units.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 45</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | * | + | * ''Minotaur-XP'' - This version of the ''Minotaur'' was created by [[Clan Hell's Horses]]. The jump jets and standard weapons were removed and replaced by two [[Improved Heavy Small Laser]]s and an [[SRM-5]] launcher. The weight saved from this weapon switch allowed the engineers to maximize the armor protection of the ''Minotaur-XP'', making it popular with pilots. BV (2.0) = 294<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Clans'', p. 10</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Minotaur'' | + | The ''Minotaur P2'' variant is subject of the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> |
* [[Extended Torso Twist]] | * [[Extended Torso Twist]] | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Clans]]'' |
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| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' |
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