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| − | | | + | | name = SC Powerman HaulerMech |
| − | | | + | | manufacturer = [[Sitwell Corporation]] |
| Use = Moving Cargo | | Use = Moving Cargo | ||
| − | | Tech Base = Inner Sphere | + | |Tech Base =Inner Sphere |
| − | | | + | |mech type =IndustrialMech |
| − | | | + | |feet=2 |
| − | | | + | | cost = 1,498,860<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 73</ref> |
| − | | | + | | introduced = [[2764]]<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2564/powerman-xi-loadermech MUL Profile for Powerman SC XV (standard model) - Introduction year & BV2]</ref> |
| + | | mass = 35 | ||
| + | | engine = [[Skobel 140 I.C.E.]] | ||
| comsys = [[SineWave 5000]] | | comsys = [[SineWave 5000]] | ||
| − | | | + | | speed = 64.8 |
| − | | | + | | armament = |
| − | | | + | | heat sinks = None |
| − | | | + | | armor = Hughes [[Commercial Armor|CommerWeave II]] ([[BAR]] 5 Armor) |
| Equipment = 2x [[Lift Hoist|Lift Hoists]], 3x [[Cargo Bay|Cargo Bays]] | | Equipment = 2x [[Lift Hoist|Lift Hoists]], 3x [[Cargo Bay|Cargo Bays]] | ||
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*''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised]]'' | ||
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Revision as of 21:22, 12 September 2017
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| SC Powerman HaulerMech | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Sitwell Corporation |
| Use | Moving Cargo |
| Class | Light |
| Introduced | 2764[1] |
| Cost | 1,498,860[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | |
| Armor | Hughes CommerWeave II (BAR 5 Armor) |
| Engine | Skobel 140 I.C.E. |
| Communications System | SineWave 5000 |
| Heat Sinks | None |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Armament |
2x Lift Hoists, 3x Cargo Bays |
| BV (2.0) | 198[3] |
Contents
Description
The Powerman Series HaulerMech is a creation of Sitwell Corporation of Saiph. The IndustrialMech was put into production just after Richard Sitwell was laid off by Bluth Corporation and founded his own company to destroy his former employer.
At the time of its creation, Bluth Corporation's Buster class HaulerMech was dominating the market. The smaller, lighter, and less expensive Powerman overtook the bulkier and clunkier design with ease. Its smaller and stable design allowed it to load a Dropship in less time than its competitor. Also it was noted for its low-maintenance and reliable components.
After a massive legal battle, lasting for the entire First Succession War, Sitwell Corporation triumphed over Bluth. The legal proceedings eventually led to Bluth Corporation's dissolution on a variety of criminal complaints.
The Powerman continued into serve various freight companies over centuries. By 3067 corporation had introduced it latest version of its venerable HaulerMech : the Powerman XV.[4]
After the Jihad, The Republic of the Sphere controlled most of the production plants that produced IndustrialMechs, including the Saiph Powerman line. This proved to be useful when the Republic went to other states for funding to rebuild worlds. The Republic would withhold or approve distribution to various states, based on their willingness to support reconstruction efforts.[5]
Weapons and Equipment
The Powerman is powered by a Skobel 140 Internal combustion engine. The 'Mech is equipped with two GripperTech Lift Hoists (claws). The 'Mech is protected by 2.5 tons of Commercial Armor.
Cargo
The 'Mech is equipped with pair of two ton capacity cargo bays in its side torsos. It also has a half ton bay located in the central torso.
Variants
- Powerman XI-M MOD
- This version militarized version Powerman, which was introduced in 2801. This variant mounts a Machine Gun with a half-ton of ammunition in the center torso and a Medium Laser in each arm. Six heat sinks allow the Powermans pilot to fire the lasers continuously. To make room for these weapons, technicians removed the Lift Hoists and the torso cargo bays are reduced by 50%. BV (2.0) = 294[9][10]</ref>[10][11][12]
- Powerman XI-M-B MOD
- A second militarized variant produced in 2801, this puts an SRM-4 launcher in each arm, ties them to a ton of ammunition located in the center torso. Three heat sinks are added to the LoaderMech. Cargo capacity is reduced too 2.5 tons, and the it's Lift Hoists are removed. BV (2.0) = 277[13][10][14][15]
Design Quirks
The SC XV Powerman LoaderMech variant has the following Design Quirks:[16]
Notes
Record sheets for the Powerman and armed variants were first made available in Record Sheets: Operation Klondike. Later they were republished as part of Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs and Exoskeletons. It should be noted that Powerman's sub-classification as a "LoaderMech" was changed to HaulerMech with the newer publication. XI Model of the Powerman, the standard civilian version of the Powerman in the introduced in Operation Klondike Record Sheet book is missing from newer record sheet book. Unclear if this was errant, it was renamed to XV matching Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised version.
As of this writing, MUL Profiles for Powerman remain not updated, with later variant lacking BV2.
The Militized or MOD version of the Powerman was introduced in Clan Space by the Pentagon Powers as part of their arms race. However, it is unclear if these variants are available to Inner Sphere during this time period.
References
- ↑ MUL Profile for Powerman SC XV (standard model) - Introduction year & BV2
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 73
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 73
- ↑ Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, p. 206, "SC Powerman LoaderMech /BC Buster HaulerMech profile".
- ↑ Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised, p. 198
- ↑ Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, p. 206, "Variants" - Powerman Salvage variant.
- ↑ Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons, p. 83 - Powerman XVI "Record Sheet of XVI version, with stats and BV2.
- ↑ MUL Profile for Powerman XVI HaulerMech - Introduction only listed.
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 74 - Stats and BV2 correct, but record sheet is using old name for variant: Powerman XI (Laser)
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised, p. 229
- ↑ Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons, p. 83 - Powerman XVI "Record Sheet of XI-M-B version, with stats and BV2.
- ↑ MUL Profile for Powerman XI (Laser) - BV2 and introd date, but using old name for variant.
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 55 - BV2 and stats are correct, note record sheet is using old name for the variant, Powerman XI LoaderMech (SRM).
- ↑ Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons, p. 83 - Powerman XVI "Record Sheet of XI-M-B version, with stats and BV2.
- ↑ MUL Profile for Powerman XI LoaderMech (SRM) - BV2 and introd date, but using old name for variant.
- ↑ Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised, p. 218, "Powerman Profile"