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==Description==
 
==Description==
The Mobile Headquarter vehicles were first developed by Star League Defense Industries of [[Mars]].  These vehicles utilized for large scale planetary operations.  Used compile data reported in by various means to coordinate its assigned force for their operation.   
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The Mobile Headquarter vehicles were first developed by Star League Defense Industries of [[Mars]] for the [[Star League Defense Force]].  These vehicles were utilized for large scale planetary operations, compiling data reported in by various means to coordinate their assigned forces during operations.   
  
Since the destruction of Mobile HQ's manufacturing plant in [[2767]] during [[Amaris Coup]], the vehicle numbers declined.  The Succession Wars brutal fighting, the vehicle's equipment became irreplaceable.  Also the vehicles were targeted by headhunting units for capture or destruction.
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Since the destruction of Mobile HQ's manufacturing plant in [[2767]] during the [[Amaris Coup]], the vehicle's numbers have declined.  With the lack of replacement parts and the [[Succession Wars]]' brutal fighting, the vehicle's equipment became irreplaceable.  Mobile HQs were prime targets for capture or destruction, and those that survived often suffered damage to their equipment.  By time of the early [[31st Century]], many of the few Mobile HQs still remaining in service to the [[Great Houses]] are only partially operation, with most of the equipment replaced by more conventional means of tracking and coordinating forces.  Some vehicles were gutted of their remaining functional equipment, which was placed to smaller command vans.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'' page 34 - Mobile HQ - Remaining functional equipment shifted smaller vehicles.</ref>  Despite the drop in capability, these remaining Mobile HQs are still prized by military organizations, with many commands attempting to capture them intact when the opportunity arises.  When the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] first appeared in the Inner Sphere, they were notable for possessing  five seemly brand new and fully operational Mobile HQs.
  
By time of the early [[31st Century]], the many of the Mobile HQ vehicles remaining service of the Great Houses were partially operation.  Many of the vehicles remaining equipment replaced by more conventional means of tracking and coordinating forces.  Some vehicles were gutted of their remaining functional equipment shifted to smaller command van.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'' page 34 - Mobile HQ - Remaining functional equipment shifted smaller vehicles.</ref>  Remaining Mobile HQs are still prized by militaries, with many mercenary commands moving capture them when opportunity arises.  The [[Wolf's Dragoons]] when they first appeared in the Inner Sphere, were seen with five seemly brand new and fully operational Mobile HQs vehicles.
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As [[Star League]] technology became available again, efforts have been made to restore these vehicles, increasing the number of Mobile HQs in service.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'' page 32 - Variants - Technology recovery has made revived the Mobile HQ numbers.</ref>  
 
 
It is noted some these vehicles were restored when [[Star League]] technology became available again.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'' page 32 - Variants - Technology recovery has made revived the Mobile HQ numbers.</ref>  
 
  
 
==Armament & Capacities==
 
==Armament & Capacities==
Mobile Headquarter is armed with single turret mounted Medium Laser for self-defense purposes.
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The Mobile Headquarter is armed with a single turret-mounted Medium Laser for self-defense purposes.  It also has a half-ton of cargo space.
 
 
The vehicles (when new), were equipped with large computer-generated holographic table, with sophisticated battle computer. The computer could coordinate details down to individual pilots various 'mech and analyze data to give possible battle outcomesThe communication section of the vehicle has three comm stations. The communication uplinks are capable of communicating JumpShips using its roof mounted collapsible antenna.  Its powerful transmitters were capable of piercing strongest of jamming. The [[Communication Equipment|communication equipment]] in total weighs 7 tons.
 
  
The vehicle has a with half ton of cargo space.
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When fully operational, a Mobile HQ is equipped with a large computer-generated holographic map table, tied into a sophisticated battle computer and advanced communications gear. Information from orbiting spacecraft and field reports is gathered and projected as a three-dimensional image on the map table with enough detail to show individual troop members. This data can also be fed into the computer, which predicts future movements and offers suggestions to the commander.  The communications gear is staffed by three officers, able to receive and dispatch orders through heavy electronic jamming. Communication is achieved through a roof mounted collapsible antenna, capable of contacting even distant [[JumpShips]], and a second directional antenna which doubles as side-look radar.  The entire equipment gear weighs in at 7 tons.
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*  Mobile Headquarter (LRM Variant) - This [[Succession Wars era]] variant/refit commonly found among forces of the [[Draconis Combine]] and [[Capellan Confederation]].  This variant removes the Medium Laser and replaces it with a [[LRM 10]] launcher with a ton ammunition. The vehicles communication gear is reduced to 2 tons. BV (2.0) = 402
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*  Mobile Headquarter (LRM Variant) - This [[Succession Wars era]] variant/refit is commonly found among forces of the [[Draconis Combine]] and [[Capellan Confederation]].  This variant removes the Medium Laser and replaces it with a [[LRM 10]] launcher with a ton ammunition. The vehicle's communication gear is reduced to 2 tons. BV (2.0) = 402
  
*  Mobile Headquarters (Large Laser Variant) - Another Succession Wars era variant which where the Medium Laser is exchanged for a [[Large Laser]]. The vehicle's communication gear is reduced to 3 tons. BV (2.0) = 436
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*  Mobile Headquarters (Large Laser Variant) - Another Succession Wars era variant where the Medium Laser is exchanged for a [[Large Laser]]. The vehicle's communication gear is reduced to 3 tons. BV (2.0) = 436
  
*  Mobile Headquarters (ICE Variant) - The Succession Wars technology loss lead to many of the Mobile HQ's losing its Omni Fusion engine to light BattleMechs. The variant gets a [[Power Amplifier|power amplifier]] and generators to allow its Laser and communication equipment to function.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039 - Variants - ICE Powered Variant mentioned.</ref>
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*  Mobile Headquarters (ICE Variant) - The loss of technology during the Succession Wars' lead to many Mobile Headquarters giving up their Omni Fusion engines to light [[BattleMechs]] in exchange for [[ICE]]s. This variant also has a [[Power Amplifier|power amplifier]] and generators to allow its Laser and communication equipment to function.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039 - Variants - ICE Powered Variant mentioned.</ref>
  
 
==Related Vehicles==
 
==Related Vehicles==

Revision as of 19:02, 14 June 2011

MobileHQ.JPG
Mobile HQ
Production information
Manufacturer Star League Defense Industries
Mission Mobile Command Post
Type Wheeled
Cost 392,812 C-bills
Technical specifications
Mass 25 Tons
Armor StarSlab/4 Standard Armor
Engine Omni 130 Fusion
Speed 97 kph km/h
Crew 2
Armament

Defiance B3M Medium Laser

BV (1.0) 149
BV (2.0) 319


Description

The Mobile Headquarter vehicles were first developed by Star League Defense Industries of Mars for the Star League Defense Force. These vehicles were utilized for large scale planetary operations, compiling data reported in by various means to coordinate their assigned forces during operations.

Since the destruction of Mobile HQ's manufacturing plant in 2767 during the Amaris Coup, the vehicle's numbers have declined. With the lack of replacement parts and the Succession Wars' brutal fighting, the vehicle's equipment became irreplaceable. Mobile HQs were prime targets for capture or destruction, and those that survived often suffered damage to their equipment. By time of the early 31st Century, many of the few Mobile HQs still remaining in service to the Great Houses are only partially operation, with most of the equipment replaced by more conventional means of tracking and coordinating forces. Some vehicles were gutted of their remaining functional equipment, which was placed to smaller command vans.[1] Despite the drop in capability, these remaining Mobile HQs are still prized by military organizations, with many commands attempting to capture them intact when the opportunity arises. When the Wolf's Dragoons first appeared in the Inner Sphere, they were notable for possessing five seemly brand new and fully operational Mobile HQs.

As Star League technology became available again, efforts have been made to restore these vehicles, increasing the number of Mobile HQs in service.[2]

Armament & Capacities

The Mobile Headquarter is armed with a single turret-mounted Medium Laser for self-defense purposes. It also has a half-ton of cargo space.

When fully operational, a Mobile HQ is equipped with a large computer-generated holographic map table, tied into a sophisticated battle computer and advanced communications gear. Information from orbiting spacecraft and field reports is gathered and projected as a three-dimensional image on the map table with enough detail to show individual troop members. This data can also be fed into the computer, which predicts future movements and offers suggestions to the commander. The communications gear is staffed by three officers, able to receive and dispatch orders through heavy electronic jamming. Communication is achieved through a roof mounted collapsible antenna, capable of contacting even distant JumpShips, and a second directional antenna which doubles as side-look radar. The entire equipment gear weighs in at 7 tons.

Variants

  • Mobile Headquarter (LRM Variant) - This Succession Wars era variant/refit is commonly found among forces of the Draconis Combine and Capellan Confederation. This variant removes the Medium Laser and replaces it with a LRM 10 launcher with a ton ammunition. The vehicle's communication gear is reduced to 2 tons. BV (2.0) = 402
  • Mobile Headquarters (Large Laser Variant) - Another Succession Wars era variant where the Medium Laser is exchanged for a Large Laser. The vehicle's communication gear is reduced to 3 tons. BV (2.0) = 436
  • Mobile Headquarters (ICE Variant) - The loss of technology during the Succession Wars' lead to many Mobile Headquarters giving up their Omni Fusion engines to light BattleMechs in exchange for ICEs. This variant also has a power amplifier and generators to allow its Laser and communication equipment to function.[3]

Related Vehicles

Notes

The ICE variant of the Mobile HQ only appeared in the TRO: 3039. A record sheet for the vehicle was never produced.

References

  1. Technical Readout: 3025 Revised page 34 - Mobile HQ - Remaining functional equipment shifted smaller vehicles.
  2. Technical Readout: 3039 page 32 - Variants - Technology recovery has made revived the Mobile HQ numbers.
  3. Technical Readout: 3039 - Variants - ICE Powered Variant mentioned.