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Line 2: | image = Packrat.jpg | image = Packrat.jpg | name = Packrat Long Range Patrol Vehicle (PKR-T5) | name = Packrat Long Range Patrol Vehicle (PKR-T5) − | manufacturer = + | manufacturer = [[Bowie Industries]]<br/>[[Gienah Combat Vehicles]]<br/>[[Robertson Technologies]] − [[Bowie Industries]] − ------ − [[Gienah Combat Vehicles]] − ------ − [[Robertson Technologies]] | production year=2650 | production year=2650 − | year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2399/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2399/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | Mission = Reconnaissance/Spotting | Mission = Reconnaissance/Spotting | Type = Wheeled | Type = Wheeled | cost = 408,650 C-bills | cost = 408,650 C-bills | mass = 20 Tons | mass = 20 Tons − | armor = [[1/Star Slab]] + | armor = 1/Star Slab − | heat sinks = 10 [[Heat Sink|single]]+ | engine = Doorman 120 Fusion Reactor − | engine = [[Doorman 120]] Fusion Reactor | comsys = [[O/P COMTES]] | comsys = [[O/P COMTES]] | T&T = [[O/P 2000JSA]] | T&T = [[O/P 2000JSA]] − | speed = 118 + | heat sinks = 10 − | Crew = 2 + | speed = Cruise 75kph/Flank 118kph (7/11)| Crew = 2 | armament = | armament = *1x [[SRM-6]] *1x [[SRM-6]] Line 29:
Line 23: ==Description== ==Description== − The '''Packrat''' is a speedy eight-wheeled vehicle that is designed for deep infiltration and sabotage. First produced by [[Robertson Technologies]], the vehicle is meant to operate on its own deep behind enemy lines for extended periods of time. While excelling in this role, the Packrat suffered during the [[History of the Succession Wars|Succession Wars]] as, with the [[LosTech|decline in knowledge]] brought about by the conflicts, many had their advanced [[fusion engine]]s removed for use elsewhere. The technological renaissance brought about by the [[Helm Memory Core]] recovery also proved to be a turning point for the Packrat, as manufacturers in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] were able to put fusion-powered Packrats back into production and help spread them across the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 132–133</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 22–23</ref> + The '''Packrat''' is a speedy eight-wheeled vehicle that is designed for deep infiltration and sabotage. First produced by [[Robertson Technologies]], the vehicle is meant to operate on its own deep behind enemy lines for extended periods of time. While excelling in this role, the Packrat suffered during the [[History of the Succession Wars|Succession Wars]] as, with the [[LosTech|decline in knowledge]] brought about by the conflicts, many had their advanced [[fusion engine]]s removed for use elsewhere. The technological renaissance brought about by the [[Helm Memory Core]] recovery also proved to be a turning point for the Packrat, as manufacturers in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] were able to put fusion-powered Packrats back into production and help spread them across the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 132-133</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 22-23</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== The Packrat is respectably armed but normally uses its high speed to evade combat, as its role is not to fight head-on battles but conduct long-range reconnaissance and raiding missions. Mounted in front is a Harvester 20K [[SRM-6]], supplied by a two-ton ammo bin. Covering the rear is an HS [[Flamer]] System, useful for anti-infantry work and laying down concealment to effect an escape. The Packrat does carry an impressive amount of armoring for its size, with four tons helping the vehicle hold its own in limited confrontations.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> The Packrat is respectably armed but normally uses its high speed to evade combat, as its role is not to fight head-on battles but conduct long-range reconnaissance and raiding missions. Mounted in front is a Harvester 20K [[SRM-6]], supplied by a two-ton ammo bin. Covering the rear is an HS [[Flamer]] System, useful for anti-infantry work and laying down concealment to effect an escape. The Packrat does carry an impressive amount of armoring for its size, with four tons helping the vehicle hold its own in limited confrontations.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> − The six-ton Doorman 120 fusion engine not only gives the Packrat almost exceptional speed and maneuverability but untethers it from needing refueling during its sometimes months-long missions. Each of its eight solid rubber tires, impossible to deflate, have their own suspension and drive system. Supplies and repair equipment are stored efficiently, allowing the one-ton [[infantry bay]] to carry up to ten troopers, with fold-down cots providing sleeping arrangements for eight. Equally important is the Packrat's [[O/P COMTES]] communications system, the most powerful one of its size. While not as capable of those used during the [[Star League era]], the O/P is notable for its ability to transmit over great distances and provide local [[ECM]] coverage.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> + The six-ton Doorman 120 fusion engine not only gives the Packrat almost exceptional speed and maneuverability but untethers it from needing refueling during its sometimes months-long missions. Each of its eight solid rubber tires, impossible to deflate, have their own suspension and drive system. Supplies and repair equipment are stored efficiently, allowing the one-ton [[Infantry Bay]] to carry up to ten troopers, with fold-down cots providing sleeping arrangements for eight. Equally important is the Packrat's [[O/P COMTES]] communications system, the most powerful one of its size. While not as capable of those used during the [[Star League era]], the O/P is notable for its ability to transmit over great distances and provide local [[ECM]] coverage.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> ==Variants== ==Variants== Line 42:
Line 36: *;SRM2 : This [[2824]] variant was introduced in the [[Capellan Confederation]] and expands the infantry bay to three tons, allowing for an entire [[platoon]] to be carried. The six-tube missile launcher was replaced with a Hovertec [[SRM-2]] to make room for this alteration, although it still carried two tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 263<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 38</ref> *;SRM2 : This [[2824]] variant was introduced in the [[Capellan Confederation]] and expands the infantry bay to three tons, allowing for an entire [[platoon]] to be carried. The six-tube missile launcher was replaced with a Hovertec [[SRM-2]] to make room for this alteration, although it still carried two tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 263<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 38</ref> − *;Pack Rat Gespenst : Developed by [[Loki (Intelligence agency)|Loki]], the Pack Rat Gespenst is protected by [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]], a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]], and an [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Equipped with an [[XXL fusion engine]] increases ground speed to 96 km/h. [[Limited Amphibious Equipment]] and [[Environmental Sealing]] protect the crew from hostile environments, and a four ton battle armor compartment prohibits the use of any weapons.<ref name=XTRO:Pp8>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 8</ref> + *;Pack Rat Gespenst : Developed by [[Loki (Intelligence agency)|Loki]], the Pack Rat Gespenst is protected by [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]], a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]], and an [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Equipped with an [[XXL Fusion Engine]] increases ground speed to 96km/h. [[Limited Amphibious Equipment]] and [[Environmental Sealing]] protect the crew from hostile environments, and a four ton battle armor compartment prohibits the use of any weapons.<ref name=XTRO:Pp8>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 8</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== The Pack Rat Gespenst variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp8/> The Pack Rat Gespenst variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp8/> − * [[Difficult to Maintain]] + * [[Difficult to Maintain]] * [[Improved Communications]] * [[Improved Communications]] + * [[Rumble Seat]] ==Notes== ==Notes== − * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the Packrat was among the vehicles for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry.+ In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Packratte'''. − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Packratte'''''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 57:
Line 51: Image:Packrat.jpg|Original PKR-T5 ''Packrat'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' Image:Packrat.jpg|Original PKR-T5 ''Packrat'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' File:Packratte HH3025.png|''Packrat'' from German edition ''[[Technical Readout: 3025#German Edition|Hardware-Handbuch 3025'']] File:Packratte HH3025.png|''Packrat'' from German edition ''[[Technical Readout: 3025#German Edition|Hardware-Handbuch 3025'']] − Packrat_1stSomersetStrikers.png|Illustration of a ''Packrat'' from the ''[[1st Somerset Strikers (sourcebook)]]'' </gallery> </gallery> ==References== ==References== <references /> <references /> − * ''Combat Operations'', p. 120 + *''Combat Operations'', p. 120 ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms]]'' − * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' − [[Category:Combat Vehicles]] [[Category:Combat Vehicles]]
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| image = Packrat.jpg | | image = Packrat.jpg | ||
| name = Packrat Long Range Patrol Vehicle (PKR-T5) | | name = Packrat Long Range Patrol Vehicle (PKR-T5) | ||
| − | | manufacturer = | + | | manufacturer = [[Bowie Industries]]<br/>[[Gienah Combat Vehicles]]<br/>[[Robertson Technologies]] |
| − | [[Bowie Industries]] | ||
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| − | [[Gienah Combat Vehicles]] | ||
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| − | [[Robertson Technologies]] | ||
| production year=2650 | | production year=2650 | ||
| − | | year reference= <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2399/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | | year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2399/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| Mission = Reconnaissance/Spotting | | Mission = Reconnaissance/Spotting | ||
| Type = Wheeled | | Type = Wheeled | ||
| cost = 408,650 C-bills | | cost = 408,650 C-bills | ||
| mass = 20 Tons | | mass = 20 Tons | ||
| − | | armor = | + | | armor = 1/Star Slab |
| − | + | | engine = Doorman 120 Fusion Reactor | |
| − | | engine = | ||
| comsys = [[O/P COMTES]] | | comsys = [[O/P COMTES]] | ||
| T&T = [[O/P 2000JSA]] | | T&T = [[O/P 2000JSA]] | ||
| − | | speed = | + | | heat sinks = 10 |
| − | | Crew = 2 | + | | speed = Cruise 75kph/Flank 118kph (7/11)| Crew = 2 |
| armament = | | armament = | ||
*1x [[SRM-6]] | *1x [[SRM-6]] | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''Packrat''' is a speedy eight-wheeled vehicle that is designed for deep infiltration and sabotage. First produced by [[Robertson Technologies]], the vehicle is meant to operate on its own deep behind enemy lines for extended periods of time. While excelling in this role, the Packrat suffered during the [[History of the Succession Wars|Succession Wars]] as, with the [[LosTech|decline in knowledge]] brought about by the conflicts, many had their advanced [[fusion engine]]s removed for use elsewhere. | + | The '''Packrat''' is a speedy eight-wheeled vehicle that is designed for deep infiltration and sabotage. First produced by [[Robertson Technologies]], the vehicle is meant to operate on its own deep behind enemy lines for extended periods of time. While excelling in this role, the Packrat suffered during the [[History of the Succession Wars|Succession Wars]] as, with the [[LosTech|decline in knowledge]] brought about by the conflicts, many had their advanced [[fusion engine]]s removed for use elsewhere. The technological renaissance brought about by the [[Helm Memory Core]] recovery also proved to be a turning point for the Packrat, as manufacturers in the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] were able to put fusion-powered Packrats back into production and help spread them across the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 132-133</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 22-23</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
The Packrat is respectably armed but normally uses its high speed to evade combat, as its role is not to fight head-on battles but conduct long-range reconnaissance and raiding missions. Mounted in front is a Harvester 20K [[SRM-6]], supplied by a two-ton ammo bin. Covering the rear is an HS [[Flamer]] System, useful for anti-infantry work and laying down concealment to effect an escape. The Packrat does carry an impressive amount of armoring for its size, with four tons helping the vehicle hold its own in limited confrontations.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> | The Packrat is respectably armed but normally uses its high speed to evade combat, as its role is not to fight head-on battles but conduct long-range reconnaissance and raiding missions. Mounted in front is a Harvester 20K [[SRM-6]], supplied by a two-ton ammo bin. Covering the rear is an HS [[Flamer]] System, useful for anti-infantry work and laying down concealment to effect an escape. The Packrat does carry an impressive amount of armoring for its size, with four tons helping the vehicle hold its own in limited confrontations.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> | ||
| − | The six-ton Doorman 120 fusion engine not only gives the Packrat almost exceptional speed and maneuverability but untethers it from needing refueling during its sometimes months-long missions. Each of its eight solid rubber tires, impossible to deflate, have their own suspension and drive system. Supplies and repair equipment are stored efficiently, allowing the one-ton [[ | + | The six-ton Doorman 120 fusion engine not only gives the Packrat almost exceptional speed and maneuverability but untethers it from needing refueling during its sometimes months-long missions. Each of its eight solid rubber tires, impossible to deflate, have their own suspension and drive system. Supplies and repair equipment are stored efficiently, allowing the one-ton [[Infantry Bay]] to carry up to ten troopers, with fold-down cots providing sleeping arrangements for eight. Equally important is the Packrat's [[O/P COMTES]] communications system, the most powerful one of its size. While not as capable of those used during the [[Star League era]], the O/P is notable for its ability to transmit over great distances and provide local [[ECM]] coverage.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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*;SRM2 : This [[2824]] variant was introduced in the [[Capellan Confederation]] and expands the infantry bay to three tons, allowing for an entire [[platoon]] to be carried. The six-tube missile launcher was replaced with a Hovertec [[SRM-2]] to make room for this alteration, although it still carried two tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 263<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 38</ref> | *;SRM2 : This [[2824]] variant was introduced in the [[Capellan Confederation]] and expands the infantry bay to three tons, allowing for an entire [[platoon]] to be carried. The six-tube missile launcher was replaced with a Hovertec [[SRM-2]] to make room for this alteration, although it still carried two tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 263<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 38</ref> | ||
| − | *;Pack Rat Gespenst : Developed by [[Loki (Intelligence agency)|Loki]], the Pack Rat Gespenst is protected by [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]], a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]], and an [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Equipped with an [[XXL | + | *;Pack Rat Gespenst : Developed by [[Loki (Intelligence agency)|Loki]], the Pack Rat Gespenst is protected by [[Vehicular Stealth Armor]], a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]], and an [[Angel ECM Suite]]. Equipped with an [[XXL Fusion Engine]] increases ground speed to 96km/h. [[Limited Amphibious Equipment]] and [[Environmental Sealing]] protect the crew from hostile environments, and a four ton battle armor compartment prohibits the use of any weapons.<ref name=XTRO:Pp8>''Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms'', p. 8</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
The Pack Rat Gespenst variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp8/> | The Pack Rat Gespenst variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:Pp8/> | ||
| − | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | + | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] |
* [[Improved Communications]] | * [[Improved Communications]] | ||
| + | * [[Rumble Seat]] | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | + | In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Packratte'''. | |
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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Image:Packrat.jpg|Original PKR-T5 ''Packrat'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' | Image:Packrat.jpg|Original PKR-T5 ''Packrat'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' | ||
File:Packratte HH3025.png|''Packrat'' from German edition ''[[Technical Readout: 3025#German Edition|Hardware-Handbuch 3025'']] | File:Packratte HH3025.png|''Packrat'' from German edition ''[[Technical Readout: 3025#German Edition|Hardware-Handbuch 3025'']] | ||
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</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| − | * ''Combat Operations'', p. 120 | + | *''Combat Operations'', p. 120 |
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Phantoms]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' |
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[[Category:Combat Vehicles]] | [[Category:Combat Vehicles]] | ||