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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| image = Patron.jpg | | image = Patron.jpg | ||
| name = ''Patron'' | | name = ''Patron'' | ||
| − | | manufacturer = [[Atrean Robotics]] | + | | manufacturer = [[Atrean Robotics]] |
| + | ---- | ||
| + | [[Graham-Davis Enterprises]] | ||
| model = LoaderMech | | model = LoaderMech | ||
| − | | Use = Ammunition Loading 'Mech | + | | Use = Ammunition Loading 'Mech |
| + | ---- | ||
| + | Cargo handling | ||
|Tech Base =Inner Sphere | |Tech Base =Inner Sphere | ||
|mech type =IndustrialMech | |mech type =IndustrialMech | ||
|feet=2 | |feet=2 | ||
| Equipment Rating = D/D-D-C/C | | Equipment Rating = D/D-D-C/C | ||
| − | | cost = 634,198 | + | | cost = 634,198 [[C-bill]]s |
| introduced = [[2550]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4792/patron-standard-loadermech MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | introduced = [[2550]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4792/patron-standard-loadermech MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
| mass = 15 | | mass = 15 | ||
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| comsys = [[Apple Communicator]]<ref name="TRO:3075p262">''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 262: "Patron LoaderMech"</ref> | | comsys = [[Apple Communicator]]<ref name="TRO:3075p262">''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 262: "Patron LoaderMech"</ref> | ||
| T&T = None<ref name="TRO:3075p262"/> | | T&T = None<ref name="TRO:3075p262"/> | ||
| − | | heat sinks = 1 | + | | heat sinks = 1 [[single heat sink]] |
| − | | armor = [[Type 7 IndiPlate]] [[ | + | | armor = [[Type 7 IndiPlate Commercial]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[BAR|BAR 5]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> |
| − | | Equipment = 1x [[Lift hoist]] | + | | Equipment = |
| − | 1x [[Searchlight|Mounted searchlight]] | + | * 1x [[Lift hoist]] |
| − | 1x [[Sprayer]] | + | * 1x [[Searchlight|Mounted searchlight]] |
| − | 1x [[Cargo bay]] | + | * 1x [[Sprayer]] |
| + | * 1x [[Cargo bay]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = | | BV (1.0) = | ||
| BV (2.0) = 74<ref name=TRO:3075p262/><br>106<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 251</ref> 67<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 171</ref> | | BV (2.0) = 74<ref name=TRO:3075p262/><br>106<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 251</ref> 67<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 171</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Patron''''' was designed as an ammunition reloader for the [[FWL|League]]'s first BattleMech design, the ''[[Icarus II|Icarus]]''. One of the first [[LoaderMech]]s produced in the Inner Sphere, it was created in the [[Free Worlds League]] by [[Atrean Robotics]]. | + | The '''''Patron''''' was designed as an ammunition reloader for the [[FWL|League]]'s first BattleMech design, the ''[[Icarus II|Icarus]]''. One of the first [[LoaderMech]]s produced in the [[Inner Sphere]], it was created in the [[Free Worlds League]] by [[Atrean Robotics]]. The IndustrialMech was highly successful in its logistical support role for the later [[Icarus II]], which propelled Atrean Robotics into expanding its production facilities to 16 worlds in the League.<ref name=TRO:3075p262/> |
| − | After the phaseout of the ''Icarus II'', a more general purpose model of the ''Patron'' entered service, replacing the original ''Icarus'' specialized models | + | After the phaseout of the ''Icarus II'', a more general purpose model of the ''Patron'' entered service, replacing the original ''Icarus'' specialized models, with few of these specialized models being found in various museums in the League. The [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] did not bode well for Atrean Robotics; they went out of business from the sheer destruction of the age, resulting in the ''Patron'' fading away in the annals of history.<ref name=TRO:3075p262/> |
| − | In turbulent times of the [[Jihad]], [[Graham-Davis Enterprises]] resumed production of the ancient IndustrialMech back in its factory on [[Tamarind]]. | + | In turbulent times of the [[Jihad]], [[Graham-Davis Enterprises]] resumed production of the ancient IndustrialMech back in its factory on [[Tamarind]]. The newly built ''Patron''s were utilized with Marshal [[Photon Brett-Marik]] leading the [[Duchy of Tamarind-Abbey|Duchy of Tamarind]] [[FWLM]] forces against the [[Operation Überschatten|Lyran]] and [[Word of Blake]] assaults of [[3074]].<ref name=TRO:3075p262/> |
The 'Mech's reappearance became a source of hope for [[House Marik|House Marik's]] people when a [[holovid]] of one the 'Mechs once again seen servicing a newly-built ''Icarus II'' in the field was made. | The 'Mech's reappearance became a source of hope for [[House Marik|House Marik's]] people when a [[holovid]] of one the 'Mechs once again seen servicing a newly-built ''Icarus II'' in the field was made. | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | + | This 15 ton 'Mech utilizes its hand [[actuator]]s to lift ammunition racks into BattleMechs. To help it move equipment and ammunition around, it is equipped with a [[lift hoist]] mounted in its right torso, and also equipped with a [[sprayer]] in its main body to cool down overheated BattleMechs returning from the field. It carries 0.87 tons of insulated [[liquid storage]] for the sprayer in its [[cargo bay]]. It has been optimized for night operations by having a [[searchlight]] mounted on its left torso.<ref name=TRO:3075p262/> | |
| − | The 'Mech's power plant, a [[fuel cell]]-powered [[Vlar 30]]-rated engine is capable of moving the 'Mech at 32 km/h. It is lightly protected with | + | The 'Mech's power plant, a [[fuel cell]]-powered [[Vlar 30]]-rated engine is capable of moving the 'Mech at 32 km/h. It is lightly protected with one and a half tons of [[commercial armor]], which makes the 'Mech highly vulnerable to damage.<ref name=TRO:3075p262/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Patron'' (Prototype) : The first prototypes of the design premiered with the original ''[[Icarus II#variants|Icarus]]'' in [[Introduction Year::2470]] and utilized | + | *; ''Patron'' (Prototype) : The first prototypes of the design premiered with the original ''[[Icarus II#variants|Icarus]]'' in [[Introduction Year::2470]] and utilized primitive technology and as such, the 'Mech's components were heavier. The prototypes featured a [[primitive cockpit]] and a larger, less efficient engine. To make room for these bulkier systems, the 'Mech was only equipped with a single [[lift hoist]] and had a half ton [[cargo bay]]. The prototype design was specialized to service only the ''Icarus II''. BV (2.0) = 67<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 170</ref> |
| − | *;PTN-2 [[MilitiaMech]] : This variant of the ''Patron'' is designed to support the conventional infantry forces normally found in militia units. Though the armor protection and top speed remains the same, the | + | *; PTN-2 [[MilitiaMech]] : This variant of the ''Patron'' is designed to support the conventional infantry forces normally found in militia units. Though the armor protection and top speed remains the same, the PTN-2 carries four [[light machine gun]]s and five [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s. The machine guns can quickly chew up enemy infantry, while the rocket launchers provide additional punch against battle armor or light tanks. The [[searchlight]] from the original ''Patron'' remains in place. BV (2.0) = 143<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 3</ref> |
| − | *;PTN-2M PatrolMech : This ''Patron'' variant carries three [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s and four [[light machine gun]]s. Unlike the MilitiaMech version, this ''Patron'' model carries two tons of [[heavy industrial armor]], providing it with much better protection. BV (2.0) = 147<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 95</ref> | + | *; PTN-2M PatrolMech : This ''Patron'' variant carries three [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s and four [[light machine gun]]s. Unlike the MilitiaMech version, this ''Patron'' model carries two tons of [[heavy industrial armor]], providing it with much better protection. BV (2.0) = 147<ref name=TRO:Proto>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 95</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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==Related Designs== | ==Related Designs== | ||
| − | *[[Shugosha]] - A [[Draconis Combine]] 20-ton version of the ''Patron'', which is notable for having a [[fusion engine]]. | + | * [[Shugosha]] - A [[Draconis Combine]] 20-ton version of the ''Patron'', which is notable for having a [[fusion engine]]. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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| Patron | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Atrean Robotics
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| Use | Ammunition Loading 'Mech
Cargo handling |
| Model | LoaderMech |
| Equipment Rating | D/D-D-C/C |
| Class | Ultralight |
| Introduced | 2550[1] |
| Cost | 634,198 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
| Mass | 15 tons |
| Chassis | |
| Armor | Type 7 IndiPlate Commercial [BAR 5] |
| Engine | Vlar 30 PowerStack fuel cell |
| Communications System | Apple Communicator[2] |
| Targeting Tracking System | None[2] |
| Heat Sinks | 1 single heat sink |
| Speed | 30 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 74[2] 106[3] 67[4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Patron was designed as an ammunition reloader for the League's first BattleMech design, the Icarus. One of the first LoaderMechs produced in the Inner Sphere, it was created in the Free Worlds League by Atrean Robotics. The IndustrialMech was highly successful in its logistical support role for the later Icarus II, which propelled Atrean Robotics into expanding its production facilities to 16 worlds in the League.[2]
After the phaseout of the Icarus II, a more general purpose model of the Patron entered service, replacing the original Icarus specialized models, with few of these specialized models being found in various museums in the League. The Succession Wars did not bode well for Atrean Robotics; they went out of business from the sheer destruction of the age, resulting in the Patron fading away in the annals of history.[2]
In turbulent times of the Jihad, Graham-Davis Enterprises resumed production of the ancient IndustrialMech back in its factory on Tamarind. The newly built Patrons were utilized with Marshal Photon Brett-Marik leading the Duchy of Tamarind FWLM forces against the Lyran and Word of Blake assaults of 3074.[2]
The 'Mech's reappearance became a source of hope for House Marik's people when a holovid of one the 'Mechs once again seen servicing a newly-built Icarus II in the field was made.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
This 15 ton 'Mech utilizes its hand actuators to lift ammunition racks into BattleMechs. To help it move equipment and ammunition around, it is equipped with a lift hoist mounted in its right torso, and also equipped with a sprayer in its main body to cool down overheated BattleMechs returning from the field. It carries 0.87 tons of insulated liquid storage for the sprayer in its cargo bay. It has been optimized for night operations by having a searchlight mounted on its left torso.[2]
The 'Mech's power plant, a fuel cell-powered Vlar 30-rated engine is capable of moving the 'Mech at 32 km/h. It is lightly protected with one and a half tons of commercial armor, which makes the 'Mech highly vulnerable to damage.[2]
Variants[edit]
- Patron (Prototype)
- The first prototypes of the design premiered with the original Icarus in 2470 and utilized primitive technology and as such, the 'Mech's components were heavier. The prototypes featured a primitive cockpit and a larger, less efficient engine. To make room for these bulkier systems, the 'Mech was only equipped with a single lift hoist and had a half ton cargo bay. The prototype design was specialized to service only the Icarus II. BV (2.0) = 67[5]
- PTN-2 MilitiaMech
- This variant of the Patron is designed to support the conventional infantry forces normally found in militia units. Though the armor protection and top speed remains the same, the PTN-2 carries four light machine guns and five Rocket Launcher 10s. The machine guns can quickly chew up enemy infantry, while the rocket launchers provide additional punch against battle armor or light tanks. The searchlight from the original Patron remains in place. BV (2.0) = 143[6]
- PTN-2M PatrolMech
- This Patron variant carries three Rocket Launcher 10s and four light machine guns. Unlike the MilitiaMech version, this Patron model carries two tons of heavy industrial armor, providing it with much better protection. BV (2.0) = 147[7]
Design Quirks[edit]
The PTN-2M Patron variant is subject of the following Design Quirks:[7]
Related Designs[edit]
- Shugosha - A Draconis Combine 20-ton version of the Patron, which is notable for having a fusion engine.
Gallery[edit]
Original Patron from TRO:3075
Experimental PTN-2 Patron MilitiaMech from XTRO:RetroTech
PTN-2M Patron PatrolMech from TRO:Prototypes
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Patron
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Technical Readout: 3075, p. 262: "Patron LoaderMech"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged, p. 251
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 171
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War, p. 170
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 3
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 95