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Line 1: {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle − | image = Ontos RGilClan v29.jpg + | image = Ontos.jpg | name = Ontos Heavy Tank | name = Ontos Heavy Tank − | manufacturer = + | manufacturer = [[Grumman Amalgamated]], [[Kallon Industries]] − [[Grumman Amalgamated]] − ---- − [[Kallon Industries]] − | production year=2832 − | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2331/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | Mission = Close Combat | Mission = Close Combat | Type = Tracked | Type = Tracked | cost = 2,267,363 C-bills | cost = 2,267,363 C-bills | mass = 95 | mass = 95 − | armor = [[SimplePlate Manufacturers Standard]] + | armor = SimplePlate Manufacturers − | engine = [[285 HeavyLoad with PowerBoost ICE]] + | engine = 285 HeavyLoad with PowerBoost ICE − | comsys = [[Easy Talk]] − | T&T = [[GuideRite with Laser Coordination Link]] − | heat sinks = 24 [[Heat Sink|single]] | speed = 54 | speed = 54 | Crew = 7 | Crew = 7 | armament = | armament = − * 8x [[medium laser]] + *8 Martell Model 5 Medium Lasers − * 2x [[LRM-5]] + *2 LongFire LRM-5s − | BV (1.0) = + | BV (1.0) = ??? | BV (2.0) = 938 | BV (2.0) = 938 }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − The vehicle that would eventually be called the '''Ontos''' started out as the first of three prototypes created by [[Grumman Amalgamated]] designers. While all three performed adequately, the Ontos was chosen due to the fact that its main armament never needed to be reloaded in a protracted engagement. It is rumored that the designer for the Ontos was inspired by an ancient and obscure Terran vehicle that shared the same name. + The vehicle that would eventually be called the ''Ontos'' started out as the first of three prototypes created by [[Grumman Amalgamated]] designers. While all three performed adequately, the Ontos was chosen due to to the fact that its main armament never needed to be reloaded in a protracted engagement. It is rumored that the designer for the ''Ontos'' was inspired by an ancient and obscure Terran vehicle that shared the same name. − The Ontos has proven popular throughout the [[Inner Sphere]], especially so in the [[Free Worlds League]] where it is a mainstay in [[House Marik]] heavy tank units. It is often used as an ambush unit due to its short range and slow speed. + The ''Ontos'' has proven popular throughout the [[Inner Sphere]], especially so in the [[Free Worlds League]] where it is a mainstay in [[House Marik]] heavy tank units. It is often used as an ambush unit due to its short range and slow speed. − Earlier versions of the Ontos had problems with overheating that could burn out the power amplifiers. This issue was later corrected by forcing the lasers to fire in sequence rather than all at once. + Earlier versions of the ''Ontos'' had problems with overheating that could burn out the power amplifiers. This issue was later corrected by forcing the lasers to fire in sequence rather then all at once. − ==Weapons and Equipment== + ==Armament== − The Ontos is armed with an array of eight [[Martell Model 5]] [[medium laser]]s. This requires the Ontos to carry over 24 tons of power amplifiers and heat sinks, however the primarily energy weapon based armament means it can continue to fight on when supplies run short. Two [[Longfire]] [[LRM-5]] missile racks provide covering fire for use when the Ontos is required to assault or move to a new position. + The ''Ontos'' is armed with an array of eight Martell Model 5 [[Medium Lasers]]. This requires the Ontos to carry over 24 tons of power amplifiers and heat sinks, however the primarily energy weapon based armament means it can continue to fight on when supplies run short. Two Longfire [[LRM-5]] missile racks provide covering fire for use when the Ontos is required to assault or move to a new position. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; LRM : This [[2876]] variant of the Ontos removes the medium lasers and their supporting equipment for a more efficient pair of [[LRM-20]] missile racks. The existing [[LRM-5]]s are upgraded to [[LRM-10]] racks. BV (2.0) = 1,249 + * ''LRM'' - This variant of the ''Ontos'' removes the [[Medium Lasers]] and their supporting equipment for a more efficient pair of [[LRM-20]] missile racks. The existing [[LRM-5]]s are upgraded to [[LRM-10]] racks.BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,249 − *; Fusion : This [[2863]] variant takes a standard Ontos and installs a rare fusion engine. The armaments of this model are ten medium lasers and two [[LRM-10]]s with two tons of ammunition. Armor has also been added. BV (2.0) = 1287<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 151</ref> + * ''3058 Upgrade'' - The influx of rediscovered technology allowed Grumman to replace the ICE with a new 285 GM Cold-Start [[Fusion engine]], which removed the need for power amplifiers and increased available space. While four of the original medium lasers were retained, the remainder were replaced with a trio of Intek [[Medium Pulse Lasers]]. The twin LRM-5 racks were replaced by a single Delta Dart [[LRM-15]] which utilized an [[Artemis IV]] tracking system. An additional [[SRM-4]] and [[SRM-6]] missile rack, both mounting Artemis IV, were also added to further increase the ''Ontos''' short range firepower. Protection was not ignored, with the new Ontos incorporating a [[CASE]] system, and mounting over nine tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,242 − *; 3053 Upgrade : The influx of rediscovered technology allowed Grumman to replace the ICE with a new [[GM 285 Cold-Start]] [[Fusion engine]], which removed the need for power amplifiers and increased available space. While four of the original medium lasers were retained, now [[Hellion V]] models, the remainder were replaced with a trio of [[Intek]] [[Medium Pulse Lasers]]. The twin LRM-5 racks were replaced by a single [[Delta Dart]] [[LRM-15]] which utilized an [[Artemis IV]] tracking system. An additional [[Hovertec]] [[SRM-4]] and [[Harpoon-6]] [[SRM-6]] missile rack, both mounting Artemis IV, were also added to further increase the Ontos' short range firepower. Protection was not ignored, with the new Ontos incorporating a [[CASE]] system, and mounting over nine tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. BV (2.0) = 1,242 + * ''Light Gauss'' - A further update of the 3053 ''Ontos'', the ''Light Gauss Ontos'' removes all weapons to mount three [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s, four tons of ammunition, and two [[ER Medium Lasers]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,269 − *;Light Gauss : A further update of the 3058 Ontos, the light Gauss Ontos removes all weapons to mount three [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s, four tons of ammunition, and two [[ER Medium Lasers]]. BV (2.0) = 1,269 + * ''MML'' - As an modification of the Gauss variant one of this weapons is replaced with 2 MML 7 launchers and the ammunition is protected by CASE. <ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,268<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 53</ref> − *;MML : As a modification of the Light Gauss variant one of these weapons is replaced with 2 MML 7 launchers and the ammunition is protected by CASE.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,268<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 53</ref> + * ''Sealed'' - This version of the Ontos carries two [[ER Medium Laser]]s and four [[Medium Laser]]s in the turret, supported by two [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[MML-7]] racks. This Ontos version is equipped with [[Environmental Sealing]], allowing it to take part in amphibious assaults. BV (2.0) = 1,156<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 54</ref> − *;Sealed : This version of the Ontos carries two [[ER medium laser]]s and four medium lasers in the turret, supported by two [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[MML-7]] racks. This Ontos version is equipped with [[environmental sealing]], allowing it to take part in amphibious assaults. BV (2.0) = 1,156<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 54</ref> + * ''Ontos HEAT'' - Produced by [[Quickscell Company]]. The Ontos HEAT (Hostile Environment Assault Tank) uses a Combat Vehicle Escape Pod to protect the crew in the event of a catastrophic failure. To provide protection from hostile environments, the entire Ontos is enclosed with [[Environmental Sealing]]. Equipped with an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[Enhanced LRM-15]] for long range fire, it also mounts three [[Medium Laser]]s to fight at close range. Ten tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor protects against weapon fire. BV (2.0) = 1,173<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 63</ref> − *; HEAT : Produced by [[Quikscell Company]]. The Ontos HEAT (Hostile Environment Assault Tank) uses a combat vehicle escape pod to protect the crew in the event of a catastrophic failure. To provide protection from hostile environments, the entire Ontos is enclosed with environmental sealing. Equipped with an [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER large laser]] and [[Valiant Grand Arbalest]] [[Enhanced LRM-15]] for long range fire, it also mounts three [[Magna Mk II]] medium lasers to fight at close range. Ten tons of ferro-fibrous armor protects against weapon fire. BV (2.0) = 1,173<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 63</ref> + ==Custom Variants== + *''Ontos X All-Aspect Assault Tank'' - Equipped with several [[Experimental Technology|experimental systems]] the ''Ontos X AAAT'' was undergoing testing for the [[LAAF]] on the world of Despair when it was seized by [[Captain]] Theobald West and his crew. Sealed against vacuum conditions and equipped with a [[Combat Vehicle Escape Pod]], West and his crew used the [[NLRM-10]] and eight Medium Lasers of the ''Ontos X'' to destroy all the vacuum-capable vehicles held by the garrison. They then ransomed several high ranking scientists back to the [[LAAF]] and disappeared. BV (2.0) = 962<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 11</ref> − *; Chemical Laser: [[Grumman Amalgamated]] decided to compete with the [[Quikscell Company]] copycat by building this new version of the Ontos using the most advanced technology available to them. Armored in [[Ferro-fibrous armor]] and armed with 8 [[Large Chemical Laser]] with 80 shots overall and a pair of [[LRM 5]] with a ton of ammunition, this new version packs a lot of punch with a price tag to match. BV (1.0) = ???? BV (2.0) = 1,572 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29'', p.12</ref>+ ==Vehicle Gallery== − − ===Custom Variants=== − *; Ontos X All-Aspect Assault Tank : Equipped with several [[Experimental Technology|experimental systems]] the Ontos X AAAT was undergoing testing for the [[LAAF]] on the world of Despair when it was seized by [[Captain]] Theobald West and his crew. Sealed against vacuum conditions and equipped with a [[Combat Vehicle Escape Pod]], West and his crew used the [[NLRM-10]] and eight medium lasers of the Ontos X to destroy all the vacuum-capable vehicles held by the garrison. They then ransomed several high-ranking scientists back to the [[LAAF]] and disappeared. BV (2.0) = 962<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 11</ref> − − ==Design Quirks== − The Ontos Heat variant is subject of the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:Proto/> − * [[Trailer Hitch]] − − ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Ontos.jpg|Original Ontos from ''[[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]]'' + Image: Ontos (CCG).jpg|''Ontos'' in combat − Ontos HH3026.jpg|Decolorized reprint of Ontos from German ''[[Hardware-Handbuch 3031|HWH:3031]]'' + Image: Ontos LRM (CCG).jpg|''Ontos'' LRM variant in motion − Ontos TRO3026Revised.png|Ontos from ''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised|TRO:3026 Revised]]''+ Image:3039 Ontos.jpg|''Ontos'' Heavy Tank − 3039 Ontos.jpg|Ontos from ''[[Technical Readout: 3039|TRO:3039]]''+ Image:Ontos-heat.png − Ontos3058.png|Upgraded Ontos from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' − Ontos HEAT TROPrototypes.jpg|Ontos HEAT from ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes|TRO:Prototypes]]'' − Ontos RGilClan v29.jpg|Ontos from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 29|RG:iClan vol. 29]]'' − Ontos (CCG).jpg|Ontos in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' − Ontos LRM (CCG).jpg|LRM-variant of Ontos in motion from ''CCG'' </gallery> </gallery> ==References== ==References== <references /> <references /> − ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − <div class="desktop-3-col">+ *''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]'' − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' − </div> − − [[Category:Combat Vehicles]] + [[Category:Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Tracked Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Assault Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Inner Sphere General Combat Vehicles]] − [[Category:Tracked Combat Vehicles]] − [[Category:Assault Combat Vehicles]] − [[Category:Inner Sphere General Combat Vehicles]] − [[Category: 95 ton Combat Vehicles]]
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{{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | ||
| − | | image = Ontos | + | | image = Ontos.jpg |
| name = Ontos Heavy Tank | | name = Ontos Heavy Tank | ||
| − | | manufacturer = | + | | manufacturer = [[Grumman Amalgamated]], [[Kallon Industries]] |
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| Mission = Close Combat | | Mission = Close Combat | ||
| Type = Tracked | | Type = Tracked | ||
| cost = 2,267,363 C-bills | | cost = 2,267,363 C-bills | ||
| mass = 95 | | mass = 95 | ||
| − | | armor = | + | | armor = SimplePlate Manufacturers |
| − | | engine = | + | | engine = 285 HeavyLoad with PowerBoost ICE |
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| speed = 54 | | speed = 54 | ||
| Crew = 7 | | Crew = 7 | ||
| armament = | | armament = | ||
| − | * | + | *8 Martell Model 5 Medium Lasers |
| − | * | + | *2 LongFire LRM-5s |
| − | | BV (1.0) = | + | | BV (1.0) = ??? |
| BV (2.0) = 938 | | BV (2.0) = 938 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The vehicle that would eventually be called the | + | The vehicle that would eventually be called the ''Ontos'' started out as the first of three prototypes created by [[Grumman Amalgamated]] designers. While all three performed adequately, the Ontos was chosen due to to the fact that its main armament never needed to be reloaded in a protracted engagement. It is rumored that the designer for the ''Ontos'' was inspired by an ancient and obscure Terran vehicle that shared the same name. |
| − | The Ontos has proven popular throughout the [[Inner Sphere]], especially so in the [[Free Worlds League]] where it is a mainstay in [[House Marik]] heavy tank units. It is often used as an ambush unit due to its short range and slow speed. | + | The ''Ontos'' has proven popular throughout the [[Inner Sphere]], especially so in the [[Free Worlds League]] where it is a mainstay in [[House Marik]] heavy tank units. It is often used as an ambush unit due to its short range and slow speed. |
| − | Earlier versions of the Ontos had problems with overheating that could burn out the power amplifiers. This issue was later corrected by forcing the lasers to fire in sequence rather | + | Earlier versions of the ''Ontos'' had problems with overheating that could burn out the power amplifiers. This issue was later corrected by forcing the lasers to fire in sequence rather then all at once. |
| − | == | + | ==Armament== |
| − | The Ontos is armed with an array of eight | + | The ''Ontos'' is armed with an array of eight Martell Model 5 [[Medium Lasers]]. This requires the Ontos to carry over 24 tons of power amplifiers and heat sinks, however the primarily energy weapon based armament means it can continue to fight on when supplies run short. Two Longfire [[LRM-5]] missile racks provide covering fire for use when the Ontos is required to assault or move to a new position. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * | + | * ''LRM'' - This variant of the ''Ontos'' removes the [[Medium Lasers]] and their supporting equipment for a more efficient pair of [[LRM-20]] missile racks. The existing [[LRM-5]]s are upgraded to [[LRM-10]] racks.BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,249 |
| − | * | + | * ''3058 Upgrade'' - The influx of rediscovered technology allowed Grumman to replace the ICE with a new 285 GM Cold-Start [[Fusion engine]], which removed the need for power amplifiers and increased available space. While four of the original medium lasers were retained, the remainder were replaced with a trio of Intek [[Medium Pulse Lasers]]. The twin LRM-5 racks were replaced by a single Delta Dart [[LRM-15]] which utilized an [[Artemis IV]] tracking system. An additional [[SRM-4]] and [[SRM-6]] missile rack, both mounting Artemis IV, were also added to further increase the ''Ontos''' short range firepower. Protection was not ignored, with the new Ontos incorporating a [[CASE]] system, and mounting over nine tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,242 |
| − | * | + | * ''Light Gauss'' - A further update of the 3053 ''Ontos'', the ''Light Gauss Ontos'' removes all weapons to mount three [[Light Gauss Rifle]]s, four tons of ammunition, and two [[ER Medium Lasers]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,269 |
| − | * | + | * ''MML'' - As an modification of the Gauss variant one of this weapons is replaced with 2 MML 7 launchers and the ammunition is protected by CASE. <ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,268<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 53</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Sealed'' - This version of the Ontos carries two [[ER Medium Laser]]s and four [[Medium Laser]]s in the turret, supported by two [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[MML-7]] racks. This Ontos version is equipped with [[Environmental Sealing]], allowing it to take part in amphibious assaults. BV (2.0) = 1,156<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 54</ref> |
| − | * | + | * ''Ontos HEAT'' - Produced by [[Quickscell Company]]. The Ontos HEAT (Hostile Environment Assault Tank) uses a Combat Vehicle Escape Pod to protect the crew in the event of a catastrophic failure. To provide protection from hostile environments, the entire Ontos is enclosed with [[Environmental Sealing]]. Equipped with an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[Enhanced LRM-15]] for long range fire, it also mounts three [[Medium Laser]]s to fight at close range. Ten tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor protects against weapon fire. BV (2.0) = 1,173<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 63</ref> |
| − | * | + | ==Custom Variants== |
| + | *''Ontos X All-Aspect Assault Tank'' - Equipped with several [[Experimental Technology|experimental systems]] the ''Ontos X AAAT'' was undergoing testing for the [[LAAF]] on the world of Despair when it was seized by [[Captain]] Theobald West and his crew. Sealed against vacuum conditions and equipped with a [[Combat Vehicle Escape Pod]], West and his crew used the [[NLRM-10]] and eight Medium Lasers of the ''Ontos X'' to destroy all the vacuum-capable vehicles held by the garrison. They then ransomed several high ranking scientists back to the [[LAAF]] and disappeared. BV (2.0) = 962<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates'', p. 11</ref> | ||
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| − | Ontos.jpg| | + | Image: Ontos (CCG).jpg|''Ontos'' in combat |
| − | Ontos | + | Image: Ontos LRM (CCG).jpg|''Ontos'' LRM variant in motion |
| − | + | Image:3039 Ontos.jpg|''Ontos'' Heavy Tank | |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | + | *''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]'' | |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Pirates]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' |
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| − | [[Category:Combat Vehicles]] | + | [[Category:Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Tracked Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Assault Combat Vehicles]][[Category:Inner Sphere General Combat Vehicles]] |
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