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|name=Shadow Hawk IIC
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|name = ''Shadow Hawk IIC''
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|manufacturer=[[Irece Alpha]], [[Barcella Alpha]], [[Trellshire Heavy Industries]]
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|manufacturer = [[Barcella Alpha]]
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|production year=2831
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|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2911/ MUL online date fore the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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[[Irece Alpha]]
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|cost= 4,752,303 C-bills
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[[Manufacturing Site #3]]
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|mech type=BattleMech
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|mass=45
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[[Odin Manufacturing]]
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|chassis=NCIS [[Endo Steel]] Type M
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|armor=Alpha Compound [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
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[[Trellshire Heavy Industries]]
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|engine=[[Consolidated 270]] Fusion Standard
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|speed=97
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[[Zoetermeer Industriplex Alpha]]
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|jumpjets=Northrup Starlifters M45s
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|production year = 2831
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|armament=
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|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2911/ MUL online data for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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*4x [[Streak SRM-2]]s
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|cost = 4,752,303 [[C-bill]]s
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*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s
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|Tech Base = Clan
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*1x [[ER Medium Laser]]
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|mech type = BattleMech
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*1x [[ER Small Laser]]
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|mass = 45
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|BV (1.0)= 1,646
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|chassis = [[Lang T3]] [[endo steel]]<ref name=RGiv20p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20'', p. 4:"Shadow Hawk IIC"</ref>
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|BV (2.0)= 1,732<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 249</ref>
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|armor = [[Compound H17 Ferro-Fibrous]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/>
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|engine = [[Consolidated 270]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/>
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|comsys = [[JNE Integrated]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/><ref name=TR3085p276f>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 276–277: "Shadow Hawk IIC 7"</ref>
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|T&T = [[TRTTS Mark II]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/><ref name=TR3085p276f />
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|heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/><ref name=RS3085UPPp249>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 249</ref>
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|speed = 97.2
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|jumpjets = [[Northrup Starlifter M45]]<ref name=RGiv20p4/>
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|armament =  
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* 4x [[Streak SRM-2]]s
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* 2x [[medium pulse laser]]s
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* 1x [[ER medium laser]]
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* 1x [[ER small laser]]
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|BV (1.0) = 1,646
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|BV (2.0) = 1,732<ref name=RS3085UPPp249 /> <ref name=RGiv20p4/>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Shadow Hawk IIC''''' is a second-line [[Clan]] [[BattleMech]] based upon the ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' that was first fielded by the [[Star League]]. The inexpensive unit is protected by seven and a half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, mounted on a weight-saving [[Endo Steel]] chassis. This medium 'Mech can reach a respectable top speed of 97 km/h, though it also carries enough [[jump jet]]s to vault up to 180 meters at a time.  
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The '''''Shadow Hawk IIC''''' is an inexpensive, second-line [[Clan]] [[BattleMech]] based upon the ''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' that was first fielded by the [[Star League]].
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A contemporary of the [[Conjurer (Hellhound)|''Hellhound'']] and introduced just before the death of [[Nicholas Kerensky]], the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' was an early [[Golden Century]] upgrade of the classic [[SLDF]] workhorse, its success waning with the rise of the [[OmniMech]]. Relegated to second-line and garrison units, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' appeared heavily within the ranks of the [[Provisional Garrison Cluster]]s of the various [[Invading Clans]], with [[Inner Sphere]] forces frequently encountering the design during raiding into the [[Clan Occupation Zones]] whether during the initial [[Clan Invasion]] or [[ilClan era]].<ref name=RGiv20p4/>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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The first version of the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' that [[Inner Sphere]] forces encountered is meant for close-range fighting, and appears to be designed with urban warfare in mind. Two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s are incredibly accurate in close. Four [[Streak SRM-2]]s are best at exploiting holes in an enemy's armor, while the Streak technology ensures the missiles will inflict no collateral damage. An [[ER Medium Laser]] and [[ER Small Laser]] rounds out the weaponry. Ten [[double heat sink]]s take care of most heat, especially since the Streaks will build no heat if they do not achieve a lock and fire.
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Like the other Clan upgrades of the classic 55-ton trio, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' is lighter and faster yet retains similar level of protection and armament, resulting in a highly cost-effective 'Mech. The ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' is built on a lightweight [[Lang T3]] [[endo steel]] chassis, protected by seven and a half tons of [[Compound H17]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. This medium 'Mech can reach a respectable top speed of 97.2 km/h thanks to a [[Consolidated 270]] [[fusion engine]], but it also carries enough [[Northrup Starlifters M45]] [[jump jet]]s to vault up to 180 meters at a time.<ref name=RGiv20p4/> <ref name=TRO3055p102>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp.102-103"Shadow Hawk IIC"</ref>
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Where the original ''Shadow Hawk'' was a more multi-role machine, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' was meant for close-range fighting, and appears to be designed with urban warfare in mind. Two [[Series 14a]] [[medium pulse laser]]s are incredibly accurate in close combat, while four highly accurate [[Series 2d]] [[Streak SRM-2]]s are best at exploiting holes in an enemy's armor. An [[Pattern J2]] [[ER medium laser]] and [[Series 1]] [[ER small laser]] rounds out the weaponry. 10 [[double heat sink]]s take care of most heat, especially since the Streaks will build no heat if they do not achieve a lock and fire.<ref name=RGiv20p4/><ref name=TRO3055p102/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 2 : This variant largely seen among [[Clan Ghost Bear]] PGCs, direct-fire support using two [[ER large laser]]s in over-the-shoulder mounts. The [[ER Small Laser]] is retained and supplemented by three [[Small Pulse Laser]]s, which are quite accurate and a serious threat to unarmored [[infantry]]..<ref name=TRO3055p102/><ref name=RGiv20p4/> BV (1.0) = 1,517 BV (2.0) = 1,763<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 250</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 3 : A newer variant that dates to the late 3050s, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 3's main gun is a [[Heavy Large Laser]]. It is supplemented by a [[Medium Pulse Laser]], and additionally carries paired [[ER Micro Laser]]s and [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s for use against infantry. Four additional [[Double Heat Sink]]s keep down the heat generated by the all-laser complement. BV (1.0) = 1,398 BV (2.0) = 1,471<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 251</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 4 : First fielded in [[3060]], the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 4 was a joint effort by [[Clan Nova Cat]] and [[Clan Diamond Shark]] to upgrade their second-line forces. The result was a 'Mech that is visually very different from the design it is a variant of. This 'Mech carries a [[Type 6 Series]] [[ATM-6]] with three tons of ammunition to allow for flexibility of choice. The missile launcher is backed up by two [[Series 14NC]] Medium Pulse Lasers and a [[Series 2NC]] [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,663 BV (2.0) = 1,698<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 252</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 5 : This Diamond Shark manufactured variant uses twin [[Zeta-Series X]] [[Plasma Cannon]] and a trio of [[Tau-II]] [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s to decimate non-[[BattleMech]] formations.<ref name=TRO3085p276>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp.276-277:"Shadow Hawk IIC 7"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,614<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 253</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 2 : This variant is designed for long-range, direct-fire support. It carries two [[ER Large Laser]]s. The [[ER Small Laser]] is retained and supplemented by three [[Small Pulse Laser]]s. The pulses are quite accurate and a serious threat to unarmored [[infantry]]. BV (1.0) = 1,517 BV (2.0) = 1,763<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 250</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 6 : This [[Clan Hell's Horses]] built version uses an [[XL engine]] to make room for a [[HAG 20]] and three tons of ammunition. To back it up, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 6 mounts two Medium Pulse Lasers, an ER Small Laser, and a Small Pulse Laser.<ref name=TRO3085p276/> BV (2.0) = 1,907<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 254</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 3 : A newer variant that dates to the late 3050s, the ''IIC'' 3's main gun is a [[Heavy Large Laser]]. It is supplemented by a [[Medium Pulse Laser]]. For use against infantry, the 'Mech carries paired [[ER Micro Laser]]s and [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s. Four additional [[double heat sink]]s keep down the heat generated by the all-laser complement. BV (1.0) = 1,398 BV (2.0) = 1,471<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 251</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 : This [[Clan Snow Raven]] variant is used in space combat to support or repel boarding attacks. Eight [[Improved Jump Jet]]s tied into extended capacity fuel tanks allow the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 to maneuver in space very easily. Once grounded, the smaller 225-rated [[XL engine]] reduces the top speed slightly, but the jump jets easily compensate for this. To reduce handling problems in space the weapons array consists of low-recoil [[Series 6b]] ER Large Lasers, [[Series 2d]] ER Medium Lasers, and a Series 14a Medium Pulse Laser. In fact the only recoil-producing weapon is the Type 6 ATM-6 in the right torso. Three tons of ammunition space allow the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 pilot to tailor the weapon load depending on the situation. BV (2.0) = 1,999<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 277</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 4 : First fielded in [[3060]], the ''IIC'' 4 was a joint effort by [[Clan Nova Cat]] and [[Clan Diamond Shark]] to upgrade their second-line forces. The result was a 'Mech that is visually very different from the design it is considered a variant of. This 'Mech carries a Type [[ATM 6|6 Series ATM]] System with three tons of ammunition to allow for flexibility of choice. The missile launcher is backed up by two Series 14NC [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and a Series 2NC [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,663 BV (2.0) = 1,698<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 252</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 8 : This Diamond Shark variant increases the maximum speed of the 'Mech to 97.2 km/h with the use of a 270-rated [[XL engine]], and nine Improved Jump Jets allow it to cover 270 meters in a single bound. A head-mounted [[ECM suite]] disrupts enemy electronic systems. Armaments come in the form of ER Large Laser and [[LRM-10]] for long ranges, while a [[Heavy Medium Laser]] and Micro Pulse Laser is mounted in each arm for close ranges. This variant carries slightly less armor on the limbs and center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,940<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 256</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 5 : This variant uses twin Zeta-Series X [[Plasma Cannon]]s and a trio of Tau-II [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s to decimate non-[[BattleMech]] formations. BV (2.0) = 1,614<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 253</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 9 : This variant was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It carries an ER Large Laser, an ATM-6, and two ER Medium Lasers. It has a top speed of 97.2 km/h, and can jump 180 meters at a time. BV (2.0) = 1,803<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 114</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 6 : This version uses an [[XL Engine]] to make room for a [[HAG 20]] and three tons of ammunition. To back it up, the ''IIC'' 6 mounts two Medium Pulse Lasers, an ER Small Laser, and a Small Pulse Laser. BV (2.0) = 1,907<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 254</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 10: This Clan Hell's Horses built variant equips an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]] in the left torso as an imposing primary weapon, and is protected against ammunition explosions by [[CASE]]. Similar to other variants, this variant supports its main gun with two Medium Pulse Lasers and a Small Pulse Laser, and also equips an ER Small Laser. Six jump jets provide excellent mobility, and ten Double Heat Sinks keep operating temperatures managable.<ref name=RGiv20p4/> BV (2.0) = 1,760<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20'', p. 21</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 : This [[Clan Snow Raven]] variant is used in space combat to support or repel boarding attacks. By carrying eight [[Improved Jump Jets]] tied into extended capacity fuel tanks, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 can maneuver in space very easily. On the ground the smaller XL Engine used reduces the top speed slightly, but the jump jets easily compensate for this. To reduce handling problems in space the weapons array consists of low-recoil ER Large and Medium lasers with a Medium Pulse Laser. In fact the only recoil-inducing weapon is the [[ATM-6]] in the right torso. Three tons of ammunition space allow the ''IIC'' 7 pilot to tailor the weapon load depending on the situation. BV (2.0) = 1,999<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 277</ref>
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 11: Designed by Clan Hell's Horses for use in [[Operation NOYAN]] to compliment the 10, this variant equips an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]] in each arm and mounts an ER Medium Laser in its head, as well as an ER Small Laser mounted in the center torso, all of which are slaved to a [[Targeting Computer]] for improved fire control. This variant also equips four [[SRM-2]] launchers with [[CASE]] protection for the ammunition and six Jump Jets, and is protected by [[Ferro-Lamellor Armor]]. The heat burdens created by this variant's weapons loadout are scarcely compensated for by ten Double Heat Sinks.<ref name=RGiv20p4/> BV (2.0) = 1,692<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20'', p. 21</ref>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 8 : This variant increases the maximum speed of the 'Mech to 96 km/h. Nine [[Improved Jump Jet]]s allow it to cover 270 meters in a single bound. A head mounted [[ECM Suite]] disrupts enemy electronic systems. An ER Large Laser and LRM-10 provide long range firepower, and close combat is possible via the [[Heavy Medium Laser]] and [[Micro Pulse Laser]] mounted in each arm. This variant carries slightly less armor on the limbs and center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,940<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 256</ref>
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===Custom Variants===
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*; ''Shadow Hawk IIC Mordred'': The personal 'Mech of Inner Sphere adoptee [[Mordred (Character)|Mordred]], the former [[Twelfth Star Guards]] astech extensively modified his 'Mech, mounting an XL engine to mount a [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]] in a shoulder mount similar to the original ''Shadow Hawk'''. Ultimately taken by the impressed Clan Hell's Horses as ''[[isorla]]'', Mordred's 'Mech would serve as the foundation upon which the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 6 and 10 are based.<ref name=RGiv20p4/>
  
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*;''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 9 : This variant was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It carries an ER Large Laser, an ATM-6, and two ER Medium Lasers. It has a top speed of 96 km/h, and can jump 180 meters at a time. BV (2.0) = 1,803<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 114</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
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The ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Shadow Hawk IIC Entry.</ref>
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* [[Battlefists]]
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* [[Improved Life Support]]
  
 
==Related BattleMechs==
 
==Related BattleMechs==
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''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' -10 tons lighter than is IS counterpart, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' is an IS upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk''.
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''[[Shadow Hawk]]'' - 10 tons lighter than its Inner Sphere counterpart, the ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' is a Clan upgrade of the ''Shadow Hawk''.
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==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
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[[Rikkard]] Star Clonel of Spirit Cats, he piloted a Shadow Hawk IIC during his attack on planet Marik and later battles.
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* [[Rikkard]], Star Colonel of Spirit Cats, piloted a ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' during his attack on planet Marik and later battles.
  
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==Notes==
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* Author [[Ashley Watkins]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20231121234813/https://panther6actual.blogspot.com/2015/10/technical-read-out-3055.html blog entry] that she designed stats and wrote background for ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' as originally published in ''TRO:3055''.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
 
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File:Shadowiic.jpg|Original ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''
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Shadowiic.jpg|Original ''Shadow Hawk IIC'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''
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File:Shadow hawk iic 3.png|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 3 from ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix|TRO:Phoenix]]''
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Shadow hawk iic 3.png|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 3 from ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix|TRO:Phoenix]]''
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Image:Shadowhawk_iic_4.jpg|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 4 from ''TRO:Phoenix''
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Shadowhawk_iic_4.jpg|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 4 from ''TRO:Phoenix''
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File:Shadow hawk iic 7.png|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]''
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Shadow hawk iic 7.png|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' 7 from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]''
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File:MWDA Shadow Hawk IIC.jpg|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' from [[MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game|Mechwarrior: Dark Age]]'s miniature set ''[[MechWarrior: Falcon's Prey|Falcon's Prey]]''
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Shadow Hawk IIC RGilClan v20.png|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 20|RG:iClan v20]]''
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MWDA Shadow Hawk IIC.jpg|''Shadow Hawk IIC'' from [[MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game|Mechwarrior: Dark Age]]'s miniature set ''[[MechWarrior: Falcon's Prey|Falcon's Prey]]''
 
</gallery>
 
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==References==
 
==References==
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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* ''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=343 Diamond Shark Makeover]''
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* ''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=343 Diamond Shark Makeover]'' (dead link)
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* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 20]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]''
 
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* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
 
* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
 
* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_19.pdf MWDA Spirit Cat's Dossier of Maria Devalis]''
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Latest revision as of 16:12, 22 March 2024

Shadow Hawk IIC
Shadow Hawk IIC
Production information
Manufacturer Barcella Alpha

Irece Alpha

Manufacturing Site #3

Odin Manufacturing

Trellshire Heavy Industries

Zoetermeer Industriplex Alpha

Production Year 2831[1]
Class Medium
Cost 4,752,303 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 45 tons
Chassis Lang T3 endo steel[2]
Armor Compound H17 Ferro-Fibrous[2]
Engine Consolidated 270[2]
Communications System JNE Integrated[2][3]
Targeting Tracking System TRTTS Mark II[2][3]
Heat Sinks 10 double[2][4]
Speed 97.2 km/h
Jump Jets Northrup Starlifter M45[2]
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,646
BV (2.0) 1,732[4] [2]


Description[edit]

The Shadow Hawk IIC is an inexpensive, second-line Clan BattleMech based upon the Shadow Hawk that was first fielded by the Star League.

A contemporary of the Hellhound and introduced just before the death of Nicholas Kerensky, the Shadow Hawk IIC was an early Golden Century upgrade of the classic SLDF workhorse, its success waning with the rise of the OmniMech. Relegated to second-line and garrison units, the Shadow Hawk IIC appeared heavily within the ranks of the Provisional Garrison Clusters of the various Invading Clans, with Inner Sphere forces frequently encountering the design during raiding into the Clan Occupation Zones whether during the initial Clan Invasion or ilClan era.[2]

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

Like the other Clan upgrades of the classic 55-ton trio, the Shadow Hawk IIC is lighter and faster yet retains similar level of protection and armament, resulting in a highly cost-effective 'Mech. The Shadow Hawk IIC is built on a lightweight Lang T3 endo steel chassis, protected by seven and a half tons of Compound H17 ferro-fibrous armor. This medium 'Mech can reach a respectable top speed of 97.2 km/h thanks to a Consolidated 270 fusion engine, but it also carries enough Northrup Starlifters M45 jump jets to vault up to 180 meters at a time.[2] [5]

Where the original Shadow Hawk was a more multi-role machine, the Shadow Hawk IIC was meant for close-range fighting, and appears to be designed with urban warfare in mind. Two Series 14a medium pulse lasers are incredibly accurate in close combat, while four highly accurate Series 2d Streak SRM-2s are best at exploiting holes in an enemy's armor. An Pattern J2 ER medium laser and Series 1 ER small laser rounds out the weaponry. 10 double heat sinks take care of most heat, especially since the Streaks will build no heat if they do not achieve a lock and fire.[2][5]

Variants[edit]

  • Shadow Hawk IIC 4 
    First fielded in 3060, the Shadow Hawk IIC 4 was a joint effort by Clan Nova Cat and Clan Diamond Shark to upgrade their second-line forces. The result was a 'Mech that is visually very different from the design it is a variant of. This 'Mech carries a Type 6 Series ATM-6 with three tons of ammunition to allow for flexibility of choice. The missile launcher is backed up by two Series 14NC Medium Pulse Lasers and a Series 2NC ER Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,663 BV (2.0) = 1,698[8]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 6 
    This Clan Hell's Horses built version uses an XL engine to make room for a HAG 20 and three tons of ammunition. To back it up, the Shadow Hawk IIC 6 mounts two Medium Pulse Lasers, an ER Small Laser, and a Small Pulse Laser.[9] BV (2.0) = 1,907[11]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 7 
    This Clan Snow Raven variant is used in space combat to support or repel boarding attacks. Eight Improved Jump Jets tied into extended capacity fuel tanks allow the Shadow Hawk IIC 7 to maneuver in space very easily. Once grounded, the smaller 225-rated XL engine reduces the top speed slightly, but the jump jets easily compensate for this. To reduce handling problems in space the weapons array consists of low-recoil Series 6b ER Large Lasers, Series 2d ER Medium Lasers, and a Series 14a Medium Pulse Laser. In fact the only recoil-producing weapon is the Type 6 ATM-6 in the right torso. Three tons of ammunition space allow the Shadow Hawk IIC 7 pilot to tailor the weapon load depending on the situation. BV (2.0) = 1,999[12]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 8 
    This Diamond Shark variant increases the maximum speed of the 'Mech to 97.2 km/h with the use of a 270-rated XL engine, and nine Improved Jump Jets allow it to cover 270 meters in a single bound. A head-mounted ECM suite disrupts enemy electronic systems. Armaments come in the form of ER Large Laser and LRM-10 for long ranges, while a Heavy Medium Laser and Micro Pulse Laser is mounted in each arm for close ranges. This variant carries slightly less armor on the limbs and center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,940[13]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 9 
    This variant was introduced in the Dark Age. It carries an ER Large Laser, an ATM-6, and two ER Medium Lasers. It has a top speed of 97.2 km/h, and can jump 180 meters at a time. BV (2.0) = 1,803[14]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 10
    This Clan Hell's Horses built variant equips an Ultra Autocannon/10 in the left torso as an imposing primary weapon, and is protected against ammunition explosions by CASE. Similar to other variants, this variant supports its main gun with two Medium Pulse Lasers and a Small Pulse Laser, and also equips an ER Small Laser. Six jump jets provide excellent mobility, and ten Double Heat Sinks keep operating temperatures managable.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,760[15]
  • Shadow Hawk IIC 11
    Designed by Clan Hell's Horses for use in Operation NOYAN to compliment the 10, this variant equips an Improved Heavy Medium Laser in each arm and mounts an ER Medium Laser in its head, as well as an ER Small Laser mounted in the center torso, all of which are slaved to a Targeting Computer for improved fire control. This variant also equips four SRM-2 launchers with CASE protection for the ammunition and six Jump Jets, and is protected by Ferro-Lamellor Armor. The heat burdens created by this variant's weapons loadout are scarcely compensated for by ten Double Heat Sinks.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,692[16]

Custom Variants[edit]

  • Shadow Hawk IIC Mordred
    The personal 'Mech of Inner Sphere adoptee Mordred, the former Twelfth Star Guards astech extensively modified his 'Mech, mounting an XL engine to mount a Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle in a shoulder mount similar to the original Shadow Hawk'. Ultimately taken by the impressed Clan Hell's Horses as isorla, Mordred's 'Mech would serve as the foundation upon which the Shadow Hawk IIC 6 and 10 are based.[2]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Shadow Hawk IIC is subject to the following Design Quirks:[17]

Related BattleMechs[edit]

Shadow Hawk - 10 tons lighter than its Inner Sphere counterpart, the Shadow Hawk IIC is a Clan upgrade of the Shadow Hawk.

Notable Pilots[edit]

  • Rikkard, Star Colonel of Spirit Cats, piloted a Shadow Hawk IIC during his attack on planet Marik and later battles.

Notes[edit]

  • Author Ashley Watkins stated in a blog entry that she designed stats and wrote background for Shadow Hawk IIC as originally published in TRO:3055.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ MUL online data for the Shadow Hawk IIC
  2. ↑ 2.00 2.01 2.02 2.03 2.04 2.05 2.06 2.07 2.08 2.09 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20, p. 4:"Shadow Hawk IIC"
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 276–277: "Shadow Hawk IIC 7"
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 249
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3055, pp.102-103"Shadow Hawk IIC"
  6. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 250
  7. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 251
  8. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 252
  9. ↑ 9.0 9.1 Technical Readout: 3085, pp.276-277:"Shadow Hawk IIC 7"
  10. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 253
  11. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 254
  12. ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 277
  13. ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 256
  14. ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 114
  15. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20, p. 21
  16. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol.20, p. 21
  17. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Shadow Hawk IIC Entry.

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