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|manufacturer=[[Trellshire Heavy Industries]]
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|manufacturer=[[Auxiliary Production Site 5]]<br/>[[Trellshire Heavy Industries]]
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|model=Standard
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|production year=2851
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|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2511/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|class=Assault
 
|class=Assault
 
|cost= 20,593,139 C-bills  
 
|cost= 20,593,139 C-bills  
 
|mass=80
 
|mass=80
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|Tech Base =clan
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|mech type =BattleMech
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|feet=2
 
|chassis=DSAM 4
 
|chassis=DSAM 4
 
|armor=Forging AM15 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]]
 
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*2x [[Machine Gun]]s
 
*2x [[Machine Gun]]s
 
|BV (1.0)= 1,996
 
|BV (1.0)= 1,996
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|BV (2.0)= 2,057<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 265</ref>
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|BV (2.0)= 2,057<ref name=RS3085UPP-265>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 265 "Phoenix Hawk IIC"</ref>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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In a rare fit of technological innovation, scientists from [[Clan Steel Viper]] decided to base a new assault-class [[BattleMech]] on the old ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'' chassis. The resulting design, known as the '''''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC''' is almost twice as heavy as the original, though it is severely under-gunned for an assault 'Mech due its incredible speed for a 'Mech its size. Only the use of an [[XL Engine]], [[Endo Steel]], and ten and a half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor saved it from being totally useless. Though in many ways it resembles the combat prowess of the [[Inner Sphere]]'s ''[[Charger]]'', the ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC also mounts five [[jump jet]]s, enough to propel it 150 meters in a single leap. It is a 'Mech that seems designed for physical combat in a [[Clan]] culture that looks down upon the use of melee attacks.
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Though in many ways it resembles the combat prowess of the [[Inner Sphere]]'s ''[[Charger]]'', the '''''Phoenix Hawk IIC''''' is a fixture of many second-line Clan [[Cluster]]s and front-line [[Successor State]] [[regiment]]s during the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]].
  
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Following the introduction of the [[OmniMech]] by [[Clan Coyote]], the ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC saw itself relegated to second-line status. After [[Clan Diamond Shark]] acquired the specifications for the design in the 3060s, they restarted production at Trellshire Heavy Industries on [[Twycross]], possibly to sell to [[Inner Sphere]] customers.
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During the reign of the lackluster [[Khan]] [[Jacob Masters]], [[Clan Steel Viper]] entered a period of stagnation in all areas, including technological development. In a rare fit of innovation at the time, though one many observers considered oddball at best, the Steel Viper [[Scientist Caste]] decided to base a new assault-class [[BattleMech]] on the venerable 45-ton ''[[Phoenix Hawk]]'' chassis. At 80-tons, the resulting design was almost twice as heavy as the original, though it is severely under-gunned for an assault 'Mech due its incredible speed for a 'Mech its size. Following the introduction of the [[OmniMech]] by [[Clan Coyote]] [[2854|just three years later]] however, the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' largely saw itself relegated to second-line status.<ref name=TROPP-68>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', pp. 68-69 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 4"</ref>
  
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==Armament==
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The ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' would gain a new vitality following [[Clan Jade Falcon]]'s ejection of the Steel Vipers from the [[Inner Sphere]] in [[3061]]. Seeking to rapidly rebuild their weakened ''[[touman]]'', Khan [[Perigard Zalman]] approached [[Clan Diamond Shark]] offering captured [[Heavy Laser]] technology and the plans for the ancient design in return for the production of a new variant for the Steel Viper's second-line clusters. Initially observers were curious why the Sharks dealt so fairly with such a weakened "customer", but the rapid development of even more deadly variations not included in the deal agreed with the Vipers provided some explanation, with production of the visually reworked chassis initiated at both Auxiliary Production Site #5 on [[Babylon]] and the rebuilt Trellshire Heavy Industries of [[Twycross]].<ref name=TROPP-68/>
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The main armament of the ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC is the paired [[Ultra Autocannon/10]]s, each of which has a three-ton ammunition bin it can draw on. A pair of [[Machine Gun]]s provide extra firepower that is most useful against unarmored [[infantry]]. Ten [[double heat sink]]s are more than adequate to deal with all heat generated by the 'Mech.
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By [[3078]] six variations of the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' were walking off Trellshire's production lines for the garrison forces of Diamond Shark as well as for sale to both Clan and Inner Sphere buyers. While some among the Clans opposed such sales to Spheroids, the focus on designs like the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' that are considered mediocre by Clan warrior but are still outstanding by Inner Sphere standards appears to be a conscious choice by the Sharks. Many of the variants also utilize ammunition-hungry weapons, a decision Clan observers wryly note ensures Inner Sphere buyers either make steady munitions purchases or are forced to more frequently buy replacement parts from the accelerated wear caused by using inferior Spheroid ordnance, both ensuring frequent repeat business for the Diamond Sharks.<ref name=TROPP-68/> <ref name=TRO3085-280>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 280-281 "Project Phoenix - Phoenix Hawk IIC 7"</ref>
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==Weapons and Equipment==
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Built around the Type 79 400 [[XL Engine]] mounted on an [[Endo Steel]] skeleton fitted with five [[Jump Jet]]s, the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' features as close as possible ground speed and agility to the original ''Phoenix Hawk'' as can be reasonably achieved on an 80-ton assault 'Mech, making it an effective fast interdiction unit. Ten and half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor provide eighty-one percent of the maximum possible protection at its weight class, while ten [[Double Heat Sink]]s are sufficient for weapons array. <ref name=TRO3055-98>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. "Clan 'Mechs -  Inner Sphere Refits - Phoenix Hawk IIC"</ref>
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The main armament of the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' is the paired [[Ultra Autocannon/10]]s, each of which has a three-ton ammunition bin it can draw on. Both cannons are mounted in twin pods on either side of torso to the rear, a feature allowing technicians easy access to the weapons and reducing maintenance time both at base or in the field. A pair of [[Machine Gun]]s provide extra firepower that is most useful against unarmored [[infantry]]. Despite the [[Clans]] disdain for it, the 'Mech's weaponless arms are almost ideal for physical combat.<ref name=TRO3055-98/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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<gallery>
 
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Image:Phoenixhawk_iic_4.jpg|''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 4
 
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Image:Phoenix hawk iic 7.png|''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 7
 
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</gallery>
 
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 2 - This variant transforms the ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC into a missile boat. It removes all the weapons and a ton of armor to mount four [[LRM-20]]s and eight tons of ammunition. BV (1.0) = 2,568 BV (2.0) = 2,892<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 266</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 2 : Developed in [[2852]], this variant transforms the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' into a missile boat. It removes all the weapons and a ton of armor to mount four [[LRM-20]]s and eight tons of ammunition.<ref name=TRO3055-98/> BV (1.0) = 2,568 BV (2.0) = 2,892<ref name=RS3085UPP=266>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 266 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 2"</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 3 : First appearing in [[3062]], the ''IIC'' 3 was designed by Clan Steel Viper following their ejection from the [[Inner Sphere]] and is produced for them by Clan Diamond Shark. Based upon the original, the ''IIC'' 3 makes use of two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s, a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], and two [[Small Pulse Laser]]s; all of which are linked to a [[Targeting Computer]]. Twenty-two double heat sinks keep all the heat generated by the weapons under control.<ref name=TROPP-68/> BV (1.0) = 2,259 BV (2.0) = 2,448<ref name=RS3085UPP-267>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 267 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 3"</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 4 : Manufactured by Clan Diamond Shark from [[3065]] on after they acquired the design specifications from the Vipers, the ''IIC'' 4 mounts four CC [[ATM 9]]s along with seven tons of ammunition, giving it flexible long and short-range firepower. Only the standard ten double heat sinks are included, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must watch their heat carefully. BV (1.0) = 2,157<ref name=TROPP-68/> BV (2.0) = 2,483<ref name=RS3085UPP-268>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 268 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 4"</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 5 : Clan Diamond Shark began fielding a variant armed with the newest in Gauss rifle technology in [[3069]]. While some intelligence suggests that the [[Clan Star Adder|Star Adders]] were the original developers of this variant, Variant 5 has been seen commonly with the Diamond Sharks and sold to other Inner Sphere Clans such the [[Clan Ghost Bear|Ghost Bears]]. In later years some have been reported with Inner Sphere units as well. It mounts two [[HAG 20]]s and four [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s. The resemblance to the original is uncanny, though the HAGs must make the best of four tons of ammunition between them.<ref name=BC>BattleCorps ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 6 MilSpec Article</ref> <ref name=TRO3085-280/> BV (2.0) = 2,350<ref name=RS3085UPP-269>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 269 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 5"</ref>
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 3 - The IIC 3 was designed by [[Clan Steel Viper]] following their ejection from the [[Inner Sphere]] and is produced for them by [[Clan Diamond Shark]]. Based upon the original, the IIC 3 makes use of two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s, a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], and two [[Small Pulse Laser]]s; all of which are linked to a [[Targeting Computer]]. Twenty-two [[double heat sink]]s keep all the heat generated by the weapons under control. BV (1.0) = 2,259 BV (2.0) = 2,448<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 267</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 6 : Introduced in [[3070]], the ''IIC'' 6 carries a pair of [[Zeta-series X]] [[Plasma Cannon]]s and two [[Series 2D-2]] [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s, all of which are tied into a [[Targeting Computer]]. [[Trellshire Long Lifters]] [[Improved Jump Jets]] enable the 'Mech to leap up to 240 meters.<ref name=BC/> <ref name=TRO3085-280/> BV (2.0) = 2,490<ref name=RS3085UPP-270>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 270 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 6"</ref>
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 4 - Manufactured by Clan Diamond Shark after they acquired the design specifications from the Vipers, the IIC 4 mounts four CC [[ATM 9]]s along with seven tons of ammunition. Only the standard ten double heat sinks are included, so [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must watch their heat carefully. BV (1.0) = 2,157 BV (2.0) = 2,483<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 268</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 7 : First built in 3078, this version has a lower top speed (64km/h) from [[Type 81]] 320-rated XL Engine, but uses Improved Jump Jets to keep mobility. It carries a pair of [[Type KOV]] [[LB 10-X AC]]s in the torso, supplemented by twin [[Mk 3]] ER Medium Lasers and [[Series-4]] Streak SRM-4s. Clan Diamond Shark sells this variant to any interested buyer, including Inner Sphere powers, proving increasingly popular among [[mercenary unit]]s.<ref name=TRO3085-280/> BV (2.0) = 2,219<ref name=TRO3085-280/> <ref name=RS3085UPP-271>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 271 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 8"</ref>
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 5 - [[Clan Ghost Bear]] purchased ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC frames built by Clan Diamond Shark and added their own weapons to this more recent upgrade that uses the newest Gauss rifle technology. It mounts two [[HAG 20]]s and four [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s. The resemblance to the original is uncanny, though the HAGs must make the best of four tons of ammunition between them. BV (2.0) = 2,350<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 269</ref>
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*;''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 8 : An experimental variation first sighted in [[3086]], the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC 8'' benefits from the [[Model 53b]] [[XXL engine]] first developed for the [[Dasher II#Variants|''Dasher II'']], freeing up nine extra tons over the more common Type 79 400-rated XL Engine. A shell of standard armor wrapped around an Endo Steel frame, the 8 Variant mounts an [[ER PPC]] and two [[Small Pulse Laser]]s in each side torso, an [[ECM Suite]] and five Improved Jump Jets making it agile and deadly. BV (2.0) = 2,881<ref name=RS3085UPP-272>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 272 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 8"</ref>
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 6 - Another recently developed variant, the IIC 6 carries a pair of Zeta-series X [[Plasma Cannon]]s and two Series 2D-2 [[Heavy Medium Laser]]s, all of which are tied into a [[Targeting Computer]]. [[Improved Jump Jets]] enable the 'Mech to leap up to 240 meters. BV (2.0) = 2,490<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 270</ref>
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==Related BattleMechs==
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*''[[Phoenix Hawk]]''- First introduced by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2568]] the 45-ton ''Phoenix Hawk'' is one of the most well known [[BattleMechs]] in the [[Inner Sphere]].
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*''[[Phoenix Hawk L]]'' - With similar weapons, movement profile, and appearance to the standard ''Phoenix Hawk'', the ''Phoenix Hawk L'' is ten tons lighter and is used extensively by the [[Draconis Combine]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine'', p. 30</ref>
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*''[[Phoenix Hawk LAM]]'' - Land-Air Mech version of the original ''Phoenix Hawk'', which can transform from Mech to Aerospace Fighter.
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*''[[Bakeneko]]'' - Based off of the ''Phoenix Hawk'' 3K chassis, this 55-ton Clan-tech design is produced by [[Clan Nova Cat]] and the Draconis Combine.<ref>''Historical: Wars of the Republic Era'', p. 106</ref>
  
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* ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 7 - This version has a lower top speed (64km/h), but uses [[Improved Jump Jets]] to keep mobility. It carries a pair of [[LB 10-X AC]]s in the torso, supplemented by twin ER Medium Lasers and Streak SRM-4. [[Clan Diamond Shark]] sells this variant to any interested buyer, including [[Inner Sphere]] powers.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 280</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,219<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 281</ref>
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==Gallery==
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<gallery>
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Image:Phoenix_Hawk_IIC_3.jpg|''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 3
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Image:Phoenixhawk_iic_4.jpg|''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 4
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Image:Phoenix hawk iic 7.png|''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 7
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</gallery>
  
 
==Trivia==
 
==Trivia==
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According to the author who submitted the initial statistics to FASA at the time, the 'Mech design that would later be the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' was originally called the ''Matador'', and was not intended to be related in any way to the ''Phoenix Hawk''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,42093.0/all.html].
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*According to the author who submitted the initial statistics to FASA at the time, the 'Mech design that would later be the ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' was originally called the ''Matador'', and was not intended to be related in any way to the ''Phoenix Hawk''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,42093.0/all.html].
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*The original TRO:3055 ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' was built with [[Fractional Accounting]], mounting only a single machine gun with the remaining weight used instead to boost the armor to a rounded up 11 tons.
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*The Phoenix Hawk IIC's original image was produced by outside media company known as Victor Musical Industries, Inc. Due to legal concerns, FASA company designated the original image as [[Unseen]], thus no longer officially used. No replacement image for the original version of the Phoenix Hawk IIC have been created as of this writing.
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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*''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=323 ''Phoenix Hawk'' IIC 6 Technical Readout]
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*''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=323 BattleCorps ''Phoenix Hawk IIC'' 6 MilSpec Article]
 
*''[[Combat Operations]]''
 
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*''[[Historical: Wars of the Republic Era]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]''
 
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Revision as of 07:24, 8 April 2020

Phoenix Hawk IIC
Phoenix Hawk IIC
Production information
Manufacturer Auxiliary Production Site 5
Trellshire Heavy Industries
Production Year 2851[1]
Model Standard
Class Assault
Cost 20,593,139 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 80 tons
Chassis DSAM 4
Armor Forging AM15 Ferro-Fibrous w/ CASE
Engine Type 79 400 XL Fusion
Speed 86 km/h
Jump Jets Grandthrust Mk. 5
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,996
BV (2.0) 2,057[2]


Description

Though in many ways it resembles the combat prowess of the Inner Sphere's Charger, the Phoenix Hawk IIC is a fixture of many second-line Clan Clusters and front-line Successor State regiments during the Word of Blake Jihad.

During the reign of the lackluster Khan Jacob Masters, Clan Steel Viper entered a period of stagnation in all areas, including technological development. In a rare fit of innovation at the time, though one many observers considered oddball at best, the Steel Viper Scientist Caste decided to base a new assault-class BattleMech on the venerable 45-ton Phoenix Hawk chassis. At 80-tons, the resulting design was almost twice as heavy as the original, though it is severely under-gunned for an assault 'Mech due its incredible speed for a 'Mech its size. Following the introduction of the OmniMech by Clan Coyote just three years later however, the Phoenix Hawk IIC largely saw itself relegated to second-line status.[3]

The Phoenix Hawk IIC would gain a new vitality following Clan Jade Falcon's ejection of the Steel Vipers from the Inner Sphere in 3061. Seeking to rapidly rebuild their weakened touman, Khan Perigard Zalman approached Clan Diamond Shark offering captured Heavy Laser technology and the plans for the ancient design in return for the production of a new variant for the Steel Viper's second-line clusters. Initially observers were curious why the Sharks dealt so fairly with such a weakened "customer", but the rapid development of even more deadly variations not included in the deal agreed with the Vipers provided some explanation, with production of the visually reworked chassis initiated at both Auxiliary Production Site #5 on Babylon and the rebuilt Trellshire Heavy Industries of Twycross.[3]

By 3078 six variations of the Phoenix Hawk IIC were walking off Trellshire's production lines for the garrison forces of Diamond Shark as well as for sale to both Clan and Inner Sphere buyers. While some among the Clans opposed such sales to Spheroids, the focus on designs like the Phoenix Hawk IIC that are considered mediocre by Clan warrior but are still outstanding by Inner Sphere standards appears to be a conscious choice by the Sharks. Many of the variants also utilize ammunition-hungry weapons, a decision Clan observers wryly note ensures Inner Sphere buyers either make steady munitions purchases or are forced to more frequently buy replacement parts from the accelerated wear caused by using inferior Spheroid ordnance, both ensuring frequent repeat business for the Diamond Sharks.[3] [4]

Weapons and Equipment

Built around the Type 79 400 XL Engine mounted on an Endo Steel skeleton fitted with five Jump Jets, the Phoenix Hawk IIC features as close as possible ground speed and agility to the original Phoenix Hawk as can be reasonably achieved on an 80-ton assault 'Mech, making it an effective fast interdiction unit. Ten and half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor provide eighty-one percent of the maximum possible protection at its weight class, while ten Double Heat Sinks are sufficient for weapons array. [5]

The main armament of the Phoenix Hawk IIC is the paired Ultra Autocannon/10s, each of which has a three-ton ammunition bin it can draw on. Both cannons are mounted in twin pods on either side of torso to the rear, a feature allowing technicians easy access to the weapons and reducing maintenance time both at base or in the field. A pair of Machine Guns provide extra firepower that is most useful against unarmored infantry. Despite the Clans disdain for it, the 'Mech's weaponless arms are almost ideal for physical combat.[5]

Variants

  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 2 
    Developed in 2852, this variant transforms the Phoenix Hawk IIC into a missile boat. It removes all the weapons and a ton of armor to mount four LRM-20s and eight tons of ammunition.[5] BV (1.0) = 2,568 BV (2.0) = 2,892[6]
  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 3 
    First appearing in 3062, the IIC 3 was designed by Clan Steel Viper following their ejection from the Inner Sphere and is produced for them by Clan Diamond Shark. Based upon the original, the IIC 3 makes use of two Heavy Large Lasers, a Medium Pulse Laser, and two Small Pulse Lasers; all of which are linked to a Targeting Computer. Twenty-two double heat sinks keep all the heat generated by the weapons under control.[3] BV (1.0) = 2,259 BV (2.0) = 2,448[7]
  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 4 
    Manufactured by Clan Diamond Shark from 3065 on after they acquired the design specifications from the Vipers, the IIC 4 mounts four CC ATM 9s along with seven tons of ammunition, giving it flexible long and short-range firepower. Only the standard ten double heat sinks are included, so MechWarriors must watch their heat carefully. BV (1.0) = 2,157[3] BV (2.0) = 2,483[8]
  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 5 
    Clan Diamond Shark began fielding a variant armed with the newest in Gauss rifle technology in 3069. While some intelligence suggests that the Star Adders were the original developers of this variant, Variant 5 has been seen commonly with the Diamond Sharks and sold to other Inner Sphere Clans such the Ghost Bears. In later years some have been reported with Inner Sphere units as well. It mounts two HAG 20s and four AP Gauss Rifles. The resemblance to the original is uncanny, though the HAGs must make the best of four tons of ammunition between them.[9] [4] BV (2.0) = 2,350[10]
  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 7 
    First built in 3078, this version has a lower top speed (64km/h) from Type 81 320-rated XL Engine, but uses Improved Jump Jets to keep mobility. It carries a pair of Type KOV LB 10-X ACs in the torso, supplemented by twin Mk 3 ER Medium Lasers and Series-4 Streak SRM-4s. Clan Diamond Shark sells this variant to any interested buyer, including Inner Sphere powers, proving increasingly popular among mercenary units.[4] BV (2.0) = 2,219[4] [12]
  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 8 
    An experimental variation first sighted in 3086, the Phoenix Hawk IIC 8 benefits from the Model 53b XXL engine first developed for the Dasher II, freeing up nine extra tons over the more common Type 79 400-rated XL Engine. A shell of standard armor wrapped around an Endo Steel frame, the 8 Variant mounts an ER PPC and two Small Pulse Lasers in each side torso, an ECM Suite and five Improved Jump Jets making it agile and deadly. BV (2.0) = 2,881[13]

Related BattleMechs

Gallery

  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 3

  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 4

  • Phoenix Hawk IIC 7

Trivia

  • According to the author who submitted the initial statistics to FASA at the time, the 'Mech design that would later be the Phoenix Hawk IIC was originally called the Matador, and was not intended to be related in any way to the Phoenix Hawk[1].
  • The original TRO:3055 Phoenix Hawk IIC was built with Fractional Accounting, mounting only a single machine gun with the remaining weight used instead to boost the armor to a rounded up 11 tons.
  • The Phoenix Hawk IIC's original image was produced by outside media company known as Victor Musical Industries, Inc. Due to legal concerns, FASA company designated the original image as Unseen, thus no longer officially used. No replacement image for the original version of the Phoenix Hawk IIC have been created as of this writing.

References

  1. ↑ MUL online date for the Phoenix Hawk IIC
  2. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 265 "Phoenix Hawk IIC"
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Technical Readout: Project Phoenix, pp. 68-69 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 4"
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 280-281 "Project Phoenix - Phoenix Hawk IIC 7"
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3055, pp. "Clan 'Mechs - Inner Sphere Refits - Phoenix Hawk IIC"
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 266 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 2"
  7. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 267 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 3"
  8. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 268 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 4"
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 BattleCorps Phoenix Hawk IIC 6 MilSpec Article
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 269 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 5"
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 270 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 6"
  12. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 271 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 8"
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 272 "Phoenix Hawk IIC 8"
  14. ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine, p. 30
  15. ↑ Historical: Wars of the Republic Era, p. 106

Bibliography

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