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|image = Mongrel.jpg
|name=Mongrel
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|name = ''Mongrel''
|manufacturer=[[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] <br/> [[Odin Manufacturing]]
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|manufacturer = [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]]
|production year=3092
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|model=MGL-T1
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[[Odin Manufacturing]]
|introduced=3092
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|production year = 3092
|class=Medium
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|model = MGL-T1
|cost=
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|introduced = 3092
|Tech Base=Mixed
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|class = Medium
|mech type=BattleMech
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|cost = 10,917,250 [[C-bill]]s
|feet=2
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|Tech Base = Mixed
|mass=50
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|mech type = BattleMech
|chassis=Beowulf 5C
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|feet = 2
|armor=[[Reactive Armor|Royal-7R Reactive]]
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|mass = 50
|engine=[[Magna-C 350 XL]]
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|chassis = [[Beowulf 5C]] [[endo steel]]
|comsys=[[O/P COM-22/ H47 Targeting]]
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|armor = [[Royal-7R]] [[reactive armor]]
|T&T=[[Digital Scanlok 347]]
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|engine = [[Magna-C 350 XL]]
|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
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|comsys = [[O/P Com-22/H47]]
|speed=118
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|T&T = [[Digital Scanlok 347]]
|speed with MASC=
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]]
|speed with TSM=
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|speed = 118.8
|jumpjets=None
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|speed with MASC =  
|armament=
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|speed with TSM =  
*3x [[ER Medium Laser]]s
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|jumpjets = None
*1x [[AC/5]]
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|armament =  
|BV (1.0)=
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* 3x [[ER medium laser]]s
|BV (2.0)=1,860<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 33 & 89 Mongrel - BV2.</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6618/mongrel-mgl-t1 MGL-T1's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 303</ref>
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* 1x [[AC/5]]
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|BV (1.0) = N/A
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|BV (2.0) = 1,860<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 33 & 89 Mongrel - BV2.</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6618/mongrel-mgl-t1 MGL-T1's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 303</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Mongrel''''' is a mixed-tech Medium Class Clan [[BattleMech]] which was originally started as a joint-project between [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]] and the [[Rasalhague Dominion]]. Its origin stems from [[Clan Ghost Bear]]'s need to replace its aging inventory of 'Mechs.  To accomplish this, a joint project was started between manufacturers in the Rasalhague Dominion and those in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] that produced 'Mechs for Clan Wolf-in-Exile.
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The '''''Mongrel''''' is a mixed-tech, medium Clan [[BattleMech]] which was originally started as a joint-project between [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]] and the [[Rasalhague Dominion]]. Its origin stems from [[Clan Ghost Bear]]'s need to replace its aging inventory of 'Mechs; in order to accomplish this, a joint project was started between manufacturers in the Rasalhague Dominion and those in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] that produced 'Mechs for Clan Wolf-in-Exile.
  
The two Clan manufactures desired for the 'Mech to be both inexpensive and combat effective. When it was first produced in [[3092]], it was widely considered to be an abomination due to its hodgepodge appearance.  The ''Mongrel's'' appearance did not stop the 'Mech from being built. Two different models were produced, one for the Clans and the other made for the Mercenary market. The model made for mercenaries became popular among multiple mercenary commands due its effectiveness on the battlefield and its low maintenance cost.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', p. 33 Mongrel - Background.</ref>
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The two Clan manufacturers desired for the 'Mech to be both inexpensive and combat effective. When it was first produced in [[3092]], it was widely considered to be an abomination due to its hodgepodge appearance, but this did not stop the 'Mech from being built. Two different models were produced, one for the Clans and the other made for the mercenary market. The latter model became popular among multiple mercenary commands due its effectiveness on the battlefield and its low maintenance cost.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', p. 33 Mongrel - Background.</ref>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
Designed with a hybrid of Inner Sphere and Clan technologies, the ''Mongrel's'' noted speed comes from its Magna-C 350-rated Extra-Light Fusion Engine. The powerful Clan tech engine allowed the swift 'Mech to outpace most machines on the battlefield. Its hull is protected by 10.5 tons of Reactive Armor, giving it additional protection from area-effect weapons, penetrating weapons and missile fire.  
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Designed with a hybrid of Inner Sphere and Clan technologies, the ''Mongrel''<nowiki>'</nowiki> noted speed comes from its [[Magna-C 350 XL]] [[extralight engine]]. This powerful Clan-tech engine allowed the swift 'Mech to outpace most machines on the battlefield with a top speed of 118.8 km/h. Its [[endo steel]] hull is protected by 10.5 tons of [[Royal-7R]] [[reactive armor]], giving it additional protection from area-effect weapons, penetrating weapons, and missile fire.  
  
The ''Mongrel's'' T1 model weaponry includes three Clan Series 2f Extended Range Medium Lasers fitted to its right torso. Backing up the Extended Range lasers is an [[GM Whirlwind|GM Whirlwind Class 5 Autocannon]] which was used over the centuries as main gun for the old WVR-6R model [[Wolverine]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 71 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC present on the old & the original Wolverine.</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p.290 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC in use with the 6R Wolverine.</ref>  The Autocannon is supplied with twenty rounds of ammunition found in its one-ton ammunition bin. Due to Clan construction, the 'Mech is protected from an ammunition hit, should it occur.  The ''Mongrel'' has a [[Retractable Blade]] mounted in its right arm actuator, in case the pilot needs to engage in melee combat.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34-33 & 89 Mongrel - Stats.</ref>
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The ''Mongrel''<nowiki>'</nowiki> T1 model weaponry includes three Clan [[Series 2f]] [[ER medium laser]]s fitted to its right torso. Backing up these up is a [[GM Whirlwind [[AC/5]], a model that was used for centuries in old WVR-64 ''[[Wolverine]]'' BattleMechs.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 71 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC present on the old & the original Wolverine.</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p.290 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC in use with the 6R Wolverine.</ref>  The autocannon is supplied with 20 rounds of ammunition found in its one-ton ammunition bin. The ''Mongrel'' has a [[retractable blade]] mounted in its right arm actuator, in case the pilot needs to engage in melee combat.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34-33 & 89 Mongrel - Stats.</ref>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*;MGL-T2 : Introduced in [[3093]], this variant is geared towards Clan-oriented commands. This [[Technology Rating|advanced tech]] version of the ''Mongrel'' drops the Autocannon in favor of a [[ProtoMech AC/8|Class 8 ProtoMech Autocannon]] with ten rounds of ammunition. In additional to a larger bore Autocannon, the ''Mongrel'' is also fitted with a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and [[Actuator Enhancement System]] to give its retractable blade better odds in hitting its intended target. BV(2.0)=1,953<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 32 & 90 Mongrel - Variant info</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6619/mongrel-mgl-t2 MGL-T2's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 304</ref>
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*; MGL-T2 : Introduced in [[3093]], this variant is geared towards Clan-oriented commands. This [[Technology Rating|advanced tech]] version of the ''Mongrel'' drops the [[AC/5]] in favor of a [[ProtoMech AC/8]] with 10 rounds of ammunition. In addition to a larger bore autocannon, the ''Mongrel'' is also fitted with a [[Guardian ECM suite]] and [[actuator enhancement system]] to give its [[retractable blade]] better odds in hitting its intended target. BV (2.0) = 1,953<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 32 & 90 Mongrel - Variant info</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6619/mongrel-mgl-t2 MGL-T2's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 304</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The MGL-T1 ''Mongrel'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:
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The MGL-T1 ''Mongrel'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:
*[[Easy to Pilot]]
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* [[Easy to Pilot]]
*[[No Cooling Jacket|No Cooling Jacket (AC/5)]]
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* [[No Cooling Jacket|No Cooling Jacket (AC/5)]]
  
 
==Related BattleMechs==
 
==Related BattleMechs==
''[[BattleMaster]]''- The ''Mongrel'' was created from parts of this Inner Sphere Mech
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* ''[[BattleMaster]]''- The ''Mongrel'' was created from parts of this Inner Sphere Mech.
  
''[[Tiburon_(BattleMech)|Tiburon]]'' - This Clan BattleMech had used parts to create the ''Mongrel''
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* ''[[Tiburon_(BattleMech)|Tiburon]]'' - This Clan BattleMech had used parts to create the ''Mongrel''.
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
The ''Mongrel'' first appeared gamewise as part of [[WizKids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as a part of its ''Domination'' expansion set. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the game's timeline to [[3145]].
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* The ''Mongrel'' first appeared as part of [[WizKids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable Miniatures]] game as a part of its ''Domination'' expansion set. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the game's timeline to [[3145]].
  
 
==References==
 
==References==

Revision as of 09:19, 30 September 2022

Mongrel (BattleMech)
Mongrel
Production information
Manufacturer Arc-Royal MechWorks

Odin Manufacturing

Production Year 3092
Model MGL-T1
Class Medium
Introduced 3092
Cost 10,917,250 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Mixed-tech BattleMech
Mass 50 tons
Chassis Beowulf 5C endo steel
Armor Royal-7R reactive armor
Engine Magna-C 350 XL
Communications System O/P Com-22/H47
Targeting Tracking System Digital Scanlok 347
Heat Sinks 10 double
Speed 118.8 km/h
Jump Jets None
Armament
BV (1.0) N/A
BV (2.0) 1,860[1][2][3]


Description

The Mongrel is a mixed-tech, medium Clan BattleMech which was originally started as a joint-project between Clan Wolf-in-Exile and the Rasalhague Dominion. Its origin stems from Clan Ghost Bear's need to replace its aging inventory of 'Mechs; in order to accomplish this, a joint project was started between manufacturers in the Rasalhague Dominion and those in the Lyran Commonwealth that produced 'Mechs for Clan Wolf-in-Exile.

The two Clan manufacturers desired for the 'Mech to be both inexpensive and combat effective. When it was first produced in 3092, it was widely considered to be an abomination due to its hodgepodge appearance, but this did not stop the 'Mech from being built. Two different models were produced, one for the Clans and the other made for the mercenary market. The latter model became popular among multiple mercenary commands due its effectiveness on the battlefield and its low maintenance cost.[4]

Weapons and Equipment

Designed with a hybrid of Inner Sphere and Clan technologies, the Mongrel' noted speed comes from its Magna-C 350 XL extralight engine. This powerful Clan-tech engine allowed the swift 'Mech to outpace most machines on the battlefield with a top speed of 118.8 km/h. Its endo steel hull is protected by 10.5 tons of Royal-7R reactive armor, giving it additional protection from area-effect weapons, penetrating weapons, and missile fire.

The Mongrel' T1 model weaponry includes three Clan Series 2f ER medium lasers fitted to its right torso. Backing up these up is a [[GM Whirlwind AC/5, a model that was used for centuries in old WVR-64 Wolverine BattleMechs.[5][6] The autocannon is supplied with 20 rounds of ammunition found in its one-ton ammunition bin. The Mongrel has a retractable blade mounted in its right arm actuator, in case the pilot needs to engage in melee combat.[7]

Variants

Design Quirks

The MGL-T1 Mongrel is subject to the following Design Quirks:

Related BattleMechs

  • BattleMaster- The Mongrel was created from parts of this Inner Sphere Mech.
  • Tiburon - This Clan BattleMech had used parts to create the Mongrel.

Notes

References

  1. Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 33 & 89 Mongrel - BV2.
  2. MGL-T1's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.
  3. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 303
  4. Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, p. 33 Mongrel - Background.
  5. Technical Readout: 3025, p. 71 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC present on the old & the original Wolverine.
  6. Technical Readout: 3039, p.290 Wolverine - Whirlwind AC in use with the 6R Wolverine.
  7. Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 34-33 & 89 Mongrel - Stats.
  8. Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth, pp. 32 & 90 Mongrel - Variant info
  9. MGL-T2's MUL Profile which includes BV2 & Introduction Year.
  10. Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged, p. 304


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