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| − | {{otheruses|the | + | {{otheruses|the 60-ton BattleMech|other uses|Predator}} |
{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Predator.jpg | |image=Predator.jpg | ||
| − | |name=Predator | + | |name=''Predator'' |
|manufacturer=[[Kindraa Faraday-Tanaga Tertiary Facility]] | |manufacturer=[[Kindraa Faraday-Tanaga Tertiary Facility]] | ||
| production year=3060 | | production year=3060 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2567/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2567/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model= PDR | |model= PDR | ||
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|cost= 12,152,800 C-bills | |cost= 12,152,800 C-bills | ||
|mass=60 | |mass=60 | ||
| − | |chassis=Process 3 Standard | + | |Tech Base=Clan |
| − | |armor=17-J Standard | + | |mech type=BattleMech |
| − | |engine=Dagda-Production Series A 300 | + | |chassis=[[Process 3 Standard]] |
| + | |armor=[[17-J Standard]] | ||
| + | |engine=[[Dagda-Production Series A 300 XL]] | ||
|comsys=[[KP-3 "Screamer"]] | |comsys=[[KP-3 "Screamer"]] | ||
|T&T=[[Series VI TTS]] | |T&T=[[Series VI TTS]] | ||
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*2x [[ER Small Laser]]s | *2x [[ER Small Laser]]s | ||
|BV (1.0)=1,592<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 164</ref> | |BV (1.0)=1,592<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 164</ref> | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,754<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 250</ref><ref name=TRO3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. | + | |BV (2.0)=1,754<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 250</ref><ref name=TRO3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 166–167: "Predator 'Mech Profile"</ref> |
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==Variants== | ==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 [[ | + | *; ''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 Its LB-X Class autocannons have been replaced by a pair of [[HAG 20|Class 20 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifles]] with 4 tons of ammunition split between the two torsos.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> |
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| + | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| + | The ''Predator'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Predator Entry</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Cramped Cockpit]] | ||
| + | * [[Difficult Ejection]] | ||
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | * In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''''Raubtier'''''. | ||
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| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | File:Predator.jpg|Original ''Predator'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3060|TRO:3060]]'' | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' |
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Latest revision as of 10:47, 20 March 2024
- This article is about the 60-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Predator.
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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 | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 60 tons |
| Chassis | Process 3 Standard |
| Armor | 17-J Standard |
| Engine | Dagda-Production Series A 300 XL |
| Communications System | KP-3 "Screamer" |
| Targeting Tracking System | Series VI TTS |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double heat sinks |
| Speed | 86 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,592[2][3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,754[4][5] |
Contents
Description[edit]
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]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
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[edit]
- 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]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Predator has the following Design Quirks:[7]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Raubtier.
Gallery[edit]
Original Predator from TRO:3060
References[edit]
- ↑ 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"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Predator Entry