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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
− | * ''Predator 2'' - Introduced during the [[Jihad]] era in [[3075]] | + | * ''Predator 2'' - Introduced during the [[Jihad]] era in [[3075]], the variant is a revision of its weaponry and armor. The 'Mech's armor has been replaced with [[Ferro-Fibrous|Ferro-Fibrous armor]] for slightly increased protection. Its LB-X Class autocannons have been replaced by a pair of [[HAG 20|Class 20 Hyper Assault Gauss Rifles]] with 4 tons of ammunition split between the two torsos. While two ER Small Lasers have been retained, its ER Mediums have been exchanged for pair of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]]. BV (2.0) = 2,159<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'' p. 251, "Jihad era variant of the Predator".</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Combat Operations]]'' | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
− | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' |
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Predator | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | Kindraa Faraday-Tanaga Tertiary Facility |
Production Year | 3060[1] |
Model | PDR |
Class | Heavy |
Cost | 12,152,800 C-bills |
Technical specifications | |
Mass | 60 tons |
Chassis | Process 3 Standard |
Armor | 17-J Standard |
Engine | Dagda-Production Series A 300 XL |
Speed | 86 km/h |
Armament | |
BV (1.0) | 1,592[2][3] |
BV (2.0) | 1,754[4][5] |
Description
The Predator is a second-line BattleMech that is the product of a cooperative venture between the various Clan Fire Mandrill Kindraa. It is protected by eleven and a half tons of armor and can move at a respectable speed for a heavy 'Mech. Useful as either a medium-range duelist or as a close-up skirmisher, it can use its autocannons to deal a strong punch, then follow up with cluster rounds that exploit holes in an enemy 'Mech's armor.[5]
Armament
Roughly a third of the Predator's mass is consumed by two Faraday LB 10-X Autocannons. These have ample ammunition for most Clan Trials and usually stock both cluster and slug rounds. They are supported by a pair of Series 2FM ER Medium Lasers and paired Series 1 ER Small Lasers. Not only can the lasers keep the symmetrical design in the fight after its autocannon ammunition runs out, they do not create a burden on the 'Mech's ability to control heat under normal circumstances. Ten double heat sinks is all the Predator needs to keep its heat in check.[5]
Variants
- Predator 2 - Introduced during the Jihad era in 3075, the variant is a revision of its weaponry and armor. The 'Mech's armor has been replaced with Ferro-Fibrous armor for slightly increased protection. Its LB-X Class autocannons have been replaced by a pair of Class 20 Hyper Assault Gauss Rifles with 4 tons of ammunition split between the two torsos. While two ER Small Lasers have been retained, its ER Mediums have been exchanged for pair of Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (2.0) = 2,159[6]
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Predator (BattleMech)
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 110
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 164
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 250
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 166-167, "Predator 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged p. 251, "Jihad era variant of the Predator".