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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| image = OPO-3_Opossum.png | | image = OPO-3_Opossum.png | ||
| − | | name = ''Opossum'' | + | | name = ''Opossum'' |
| model = OPO-3 | | model = OPO-3 | ||
| manufacturer = [[DiNapoli Industries]] | | manufacturer = [[DiNapoli Industries]] | ||
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| introduced = [[3131]]<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7848/opossum-opo-3-salvagemech-mod Master Unit Listing for the OPO-3]</ref> | | introduced = [[3131]]<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7848/opossum-opo-3-salvagemech-mod Master Unit Listing for the OPO-3]</ref> | ||
| mass = 25 | | mass = 25 | ||
| − | | chassis = IM Heavy II | + | | chassis = [[IM Heavy II]] |
| engine = [[InterComBust 75 ICE|InterComBust 75]] [[ICE]] | | engine = [[InterComBust 75 ICE|InterComBust 75]] [[ICE]] | ||
| comsys = [[Garret T10B]] | | comsys = [[Garret T10B]] | ||
| T&T = [[Apple Churchill 2000]] | | T&T = [[Apple Churchill 2000]] | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 1 | + | | heat sinks = 1 [[single heat sink]] |
| speed = 54 | | speed = 54 | ||
| − | | armament = 1 x [[Light AC/2]] | + | | armament = |
| − | | armor = [[StrongArm III]] [[ | + | * 1 x [[Light AC/2]] |
| − | | Equipment = 1 x [[Salvage | + | | armor = [[StrongArm III]] [[heavy industrial armor]] |
| + | | Equipment = | ||
| + | * 1 x [[Salvage arm]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = | | BV (1.0) = | ||
| BV (2.0) = 239<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', pp. 24–25: "''Opossum'' SalvageMech MOD"</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 239<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', pp. 24–25: "''Opossum'' SalvageMech MOD"</ref> | ||
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The '''''Opossum''''' is [[DiNapoli Industries]]' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 234: "Jon Roberson"</ref> | The '''''Opossum''''' is [[DiNapoli Industries]]' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 234: "Jon Roberson"</ref> | ||
| − | In [[3131]], [[21st Centauri Lancers]] technician [[Jon Roberson]] was permitted to modify his ''Opossum'' to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified ''Opossum'' performed well against unmarked attackers on [[Ventabren]], catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be [[Bannson Universal Unlimited]]. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications | + | In [[3131]], [[21st Centauri Lancers]] technician [[Jon Roberson]] was permitted to modify his ''Opossum'' to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified ''Opossum'' performed well against unmarked attackers on [[Ventabren]], catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be [[Bannson Universal Unlimited]]. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications, and as such the OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The OPO-3 ''Opossum'' MOD wields a [[ | + | The OPO-3 ''Opossum'' MOD wields a [[LAC/2]] that takes up much of the right arm, assisted by an [[advanced fire control]] system. Its left arm, a [[salvage arm]], remains dedicated to the 'Mech's original purpose. [[Heavy industrial armor]] keeps the ''Opossum'' somewhat protected.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; OPO-2 : The original ''Opossum'' SalvageMech carries | + | *; OPO-2 : The original ''Opossum'' SalvageMech, introduced in [[3110]] carries a [[spot welder]] and a [[Beagle active probe]] instead of the [[LAC/2]]. BV (2.0) = 240.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 86: "''Opossum'' SalvageMech OPO-3"</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
The OPO-3 ''Opossum'' MOD is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> | The OPO-3 ''Opossum'' MOD is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> | ||
| − | * [[Improved Sensors]] | + | * [[Improved Sensors (Design Quirk)|Improved Sensors]] |
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | The ''Opossum'' was originally introduced by [[WizKids]] in the [[MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game]], where it was only known by the name ''SalvageMech''. The publication of ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]'' gave it ''BattleTech'' stats and its new name. | + | * The ''Opossum'' was originally introduced by [[WizKids]] in the [[MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game]], where it was only known by the name ''SalvageMech''. The publication of ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]'' gave it ''BattleTech'' stats and its new name. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 15:53, 24 August 2022
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| Opossum | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | DiNapoli Industries |
| Model | OPO-3 |
| Class | Light |
| Introduced | 3131[1] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
| Mass | 25 tons |
| Chassis | IM Heavy II |
| Armor | StrongArm III heavy industrial armor |
| Engine | InterComBust 75 ICE |
| Communications System | Garret T10B |
| Targeting Tracking System | Apple Churchill 2000 |
| Heat Sinks | 1 single heat sink |
| Speed | 54 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 239[2] |
Contents
Description
The Opossum is DiNapoli Industries' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.[2][3]
In 3131, 21st Centauri Lancers technician Jon Roberson was permitted to modify his Opossum to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified Opossum performed well against unmarked attackers on Ventabren, catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be Bannson Universal Unlimited. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications, and as such the OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.[2]
Weapons and Equipment
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD wields a LAC/2 that takes up much of the right arm, assisted by an advanced fire control system. Its left arm, a salvage arm, remains dedicated to the 'Mech's original purpose. Heavy industrial armor keeps the Opossum somewhat protected.[2]
Variants
- OPO-2
- The original Opossum SalvageMech, introduced in 3110 carries a spot welder and a Beagle active probe instead of the LAC/2. BV (2.0) = 240.[2][4]
Design Quirks
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD is subject to the following Design Quirk:[2]
Notable Pilots
Notes
- The Opossum was originally introduced by WizKids in the MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game, where it was only known by the name SalvageMech. The publication of Technical Readout: Irregulars gave it BattleTech stats and its new name.
Gallery
OPO-3 Opossum MOD from TRO:I
SalvageMech MOD from MechWarrior: Dark Age's miniature set Falcon's Prey
