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| − | |image=Shockwave.jpg | + | |image = Shockwave.jpg |
| − | |name=''Shockwave'' | + | |name = ''Shockwave'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Earthwerks-FWL, Incorporated]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 80-81, "SKW-2F Shockwave"</ref> | + | |manufacturer = [[Earthwerks-FWL, Incorporated]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 80-81, "SKW-2F Shockwave"</ref> |
| − | |production year=3082 | + | |production year = 3082 |
| − | |year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2929/ MUL online data for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2929/ MUL online data for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model= SKW-2F | + | |model = SKW-2F |
| − | |cost=8,493,500 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> | + | |cost = 8,493,500 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> |
| − | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | + | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |
| − | |mech type=BattleMech | + | |mech type = BattleMech |
| − | |mass=50 | + | |mass = 50 |
| − | |chassis=[[Corean-II Deluxe]] [[ | + | |chassis = [[Corean-II Deluxe]] [[endo steel]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |armor=[[Starshield]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | + | |armor = [[Starshield]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |engine=[[Hermes 250 XL]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | + | |engine = [[Hermes 250 XL]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |comsys=[[Corean Transband-J9]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | + | |comsys = [[Corean Transband-J9]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |T&T=[[Corean B-Tech]] with [[Artemis IV | + | |T&T = [[Corean B-Tech]] with [[Artemis IV]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |heat sinks=11 [[Double Heat Sinks]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | + | |heat sinks = 11 [[Double Heat Sinks|double]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |speed=86<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | + | |speed = 86.4<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| − | |armament= 1x [[ | + | |armament = |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 60</ref> | + | * 1x [[RAC/5]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
| + | * 1x [[LRM-10]] with [[Artemis IV]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | ||
| + | * 1x [[ER large laser]]<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> | ||
| + | |BV (1.0) = N/A | ||
| + | |BV (2.0) = 1,453<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 60</ref> | ||
}} | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | The '''''Shockwave''''' was created by the [[Marik-Stewart Commonwealth]] in the years after the [[Jihad]]. Mobile and heavily-armed for a 50-ton [['Mech]], the ''Shockwave'' can deliver a withering barrage and has the heat-sinks to keep it up almost indefinitely. The use of standard armor and commonly employed weapons allows the ''Shockwave'' to be used on nearly any battlefield. This popularity and ease of maintenance allowed Earthwerks-FWL to export it to many buyers across the [[Inner Sphere]], bringing much-needed capital into their accounts | + | The '''''Shockwave''''' was created by the [[Marik-Stewart Commonwealth]] in the years after the [[Jihad]]. Its high top speed, strong armor, and powerful weapons make it a popular choice around the Inner Sphere. Mobile and heavily-armed for a 50-ton [['Mech]], the ''Shockwave'' can deliver a withering barrage and has the heat-sinks to keep it up almost indefinitely. The use of standard armor and commonly employed weapons allows the ''Shockwave'' to be used on nearly any battlefield. This popularity and ease of maintenance allowed Earthwerks-FWL to export it to many buyers across the [[Inner Sphere]], bringing much-needed capital into their accounts.<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
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== Weapons and Equipment == | == Weapons and Equipment == | ||
| − | The ' | + | The ''Shockwave'' is geared primarily for long-range attacks. The combination of its [[Artemis IV FCS]]-enhanced [[LRM-10#Zeus|Zeus]] [[LRM-10]] launcher and [[Martell (ERLL)|Martell]] [[ER large laser]] provide effective firepower at long range, supplemented by an [[Imperator (RAC 5)|Imperator]] [[RAC/5]] for devastating firepower should opposing units close in. The only drawback to this weapon configuration is the 'Mech's heavy reliance on ammunition; if the one ton ammo bays for each weapon run dry, the ''Shockwave'' is left with only a single laser to defend itself.<ref name="TRO:3085p80+"/> |
== Variants == | == Variants == | ||
| − | *;SKW-4G : This variant developed in [[Introduction Year::3083]]<ref name="MUL2"/> replaced the ER | + | *; SKW-4G : This variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3083]]<ref name="MUL2"/>, replaced the [[ER large laser]] with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[large X-Pulse laser]] at the expense of the [[Artemis IV]] system and one [[double heat sink]]. This version hasn't seen much action because of the alleged fragility of the laser, however. BV (2.0) = 1,449<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 118</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2930/shockwave-skw-4g/ MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-4G variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;SKW-6H : This [[Dark Age]] introduced in [[Introduction Year::3102]]<ref name="MUL3"/> | + | *; SKW-6H : This [[Dark Age]] variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3102]]<ref name="MUL3"/>, removes the [[RAC/5]] and instead carries a [[UAC/10]]. The [[LRM-10]] loses its [[Artemis IV]] fire control system, and engineers had to use an [[XL gyro]] to free enough mass for the heavy weapon and ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,364<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 122</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6903/shockwave-skw-6h/ MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-6H variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;SKW-8X : Based on the 6H and fielded in [[Introduction Year::3134]]<ref name="MUL4"/>, this is | + | *; SKW-8X : Based on the 6H and fielded in [[Introduction Year::3134]]<ref name="MUL4"/>, this is another Dark Age configuration. It keeps the [[UAC/10]], but removes the [[LRM-10]] and [[ER large laser]]. In their place is a [[thumper cannon]] with one ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,065<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 123</ref><ref name="MUL4">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6902/shockwave-skw-8x/ MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-8X variant]''</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Shockwave'' | + | The ''Shockwave'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Shockwave Entry.</ref> |
* [[Battlefists]] | * [[Battlefists]] | ||
* [[Easy to Maintain]] | * [[Easy to Maintain]] | ||
Revision as of 08:28, 11 November 2022
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| Shockwave | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Earthwerks-FWL, Incorporated[1] |
| Production Year | 3082[2] |
| Model | SKW-2F |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 8,493,500 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Corean-II Deluxe endo steel[1] |
| Armor | Starshield[1] |
| Engine | Hermes 250 XL[1] |
| Communications System | Corean Transband-J9[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | Corean B-Tech with Artemis IV[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 11 double[1] |
| Speed | 86.4[1] km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | N/A |
| BV (2.0) | 1,453[1][2][3] |
Contents
Description
The Shockwave was created by the Marik-Stewart Commonwealth in the years after the Jihad. Its high top speed, strong armor, and powerful weapons make it a popular choice around the Inner Sphere. Mobile and heavily-armed for a 50-ton 'Mech, the Shockwave can deliver a withering barrage and has the heat-sinks to keep it up almost indefinitely. The use of standard armor and commonly employed weapons allows the Shockwave to be used on nearly any battlefield. This popularity and ease of maintenance allowed Earthwerks-FWL to export it to many buyers across the Inner Sphere, bringing much-needed capital into their accounts.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
The Shockwave is geared primarily for long-range attacks. The combination of its Artemis IV FCS-enhanced Zeus LRM-10 launcher and Martell ER large laser provide effective firepower at long range, supplemented by an Imperator RAC/5 for devastating firepower should opposing units close in. The only drawback to this weapon configuration is the 'Mech's heavy reliance on ammunition; if the one ton ammo bays for each weapon run dry, the Shockwave is left with only a single laser to defend itself.[1]
Variants
- SKW-4G
- This variant, developed in 3083[4], replaced the ER large laser with an experimental large X-Pulse laser at the expense of the Artemis IV system and one double heat sink. This version hasn't seen much action because of the alleged fragility of the laser, however. BV (2.0) = 1,449[5][4]
- SKW-8X
- Based on the 6H and fielded in 3134[8], this is another Dark Age configuration. It keeps the UAC/10, but removes the LRM-10 and ER large laser. In their place is a thumper cannon with one ton of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,065[9][8]
Design Quirks
The Shockwave is subject to the following Design Quirks:[10]
BattleMech Gallery
Shockwave from MechWarrior: Dark Age
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 80-81, "SKW-2F Shockwave"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online data for the Shockwave
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 60
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-4G variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 118
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-6H variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 122
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 MUL online date for the Shockwave SKW-8X variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 123
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Shockwave Entry.