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|model= Standard<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5108/spirit-standard MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'', containing model name]''</ref> | |model= Standard<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5108/spirit-standard MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'', containing model name]''</ref> | ||
|class=Light | |class=Light | ||
| − | |cost= 6,588,630 C- | + | |cost= 6,588,630 [[C-bill]]s |
|Tech Base=clan | |Tech Base=clan | ||
|mech type=Battlemech | |mech type=Battlemech | ||
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|production year=3063 | |production year=3063 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 110, the ''Spirit'' BattleMech began production with the reopening of Olivetti Weapons in [[3063]]</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 110, the ''Spirit'' BattleMech began production with the reopening of Olivetti Weapons in [[3063]]</ref> | ||
| − | |chassis=Olivetti S1 [[ | + | |chassis=[[Olivetti S1]] [[endo steel]] |
| − | |armor= Compound Alpha [[ferro-fibrous]] | + | |armor= [[Compound Alpha]] [[ferro-fibrous]] |
|engine= [[Magna 245 XL]] | |engine= [[Magna 245 XL]] | ||
| − | |comsys=[[Angst 2400 | + | |comsys=[[Angst 2400]] with [[ECM Suite]] |
|speed=119 | |speed=119 | ||
| + | |heat sinks=11 [[double heat sink]]s | ||
|armament= | |armament= | ||
| − | *1x [[ER | + | * 1x [[ER large laser]] |
| − | *1x [[Heavy | + | * 1x [[Heavy medium laser]] |
| − | *1x [[Heavy | + | * 1x [[Heavy small laser]] |
| − | *1x [[LRM-10]] | + | * 1x [[LRM-10]] with [[Artemis IV FCS]] |
| − | *1x [[Streak SRM-4]] | + | * 1x [[Streak SRM-4]] |
|BV (1.0)=1,377<ref>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 111</ref> | |BV (1.0)=1,377<ref>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 111</ref> | ||
|BV (2.0)=1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 194</ref> | |BV (2.0)=1,673<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 194</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Spirit''''' is the first [[Clan]] [[BattleMech]] to walk off the production lines of [[Olivetti Weapons]] on [[Sudeten]], which it did in [[3063]]. The product of an upgrade | + | The '''''Spirit''''' is the first [[Clan]] [[BattleMech]] to walk off the production lines of [[Olivetti Weapons]] on [[Sudeten]], which it did in [[3063]]. The product of an upgrade 10 years in the making, the ''Spirit'' is one of the first Clan 'Mechs produced in the [[Inner Sphere]]. Though some components are imported from Clan space, the [[Magna 245 XL]] [[extralight engine]] is made in the [[Clan Jade Falcon]] Occupation Zone. The engine is only one of the weight-saving technologies the design makes use of, however, as the ''Spirit'' incorporates both an [[endo steel]] structure and six tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. While the armor may be somewhat lacking, an [[ECM suite]] helps protect it from some advanced targeting systems, in addition to providing the ''Spirit'' with its name. The ''Spirit'' itself is a relatively fast recon 'Mech that can hold its own at both long and short ranges. In addition, it makes for a good training 'Mech, ensuring that it will have a place in the Falcon ''[[touman]]'' for a long time to come.<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 110</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Since the ''Spirit'' is primarily a reconnaissance 'Mech, it makes use of energy weapons so that it can move far from supply lines. At long range, the ''Spirit'' makes use of its Series 6b [[ | + | Since the ''Spirit'' is primarily a reconnaissance 'Mech, it makes use of energy weapons so that it can move far from supply lines. At long range, the ''Spirit'' makes use of its [[Series 6b]] [[ER large laser]] and a [[Mk 46 Type IV]] [[LRM-10]] launcher with an [[Artemis IV FCS]] accompanying it. The missile launcher is a somewhat controversial addition to the design, since it uses ammunition, but the extra striking power afforded the light 'Mech was deemed worthwhile. Up close, the ''Spirit'' mounts a [[General Systems]] manufactured [[heavy medium laser]] and [[heavy small laser]], as well as a [[Pattern JX]] [[Streak SRM-4]] launcher. Since the Streak launcher does not waste ammunition, there was no question of its usefulness on this design. 11 [[double heat sink]]s strain to keep the 'Mech cool under the energy heavy loadout.<ref name=TRO3067/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Spirit'' 2 : This variant replaces the LRM and Artemis with an [[ATM-12]] | + | *; ''Spirit'' 2 : This variant replaces the [[LRM-10]] and [[Artemis IV[[ with an [[ATM-12]], while the heavy lasers are replaced with a [[targeting computer]], allowing the [[ER large laser]] to fire more effectively. BV (2.0) = 1,773<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 195</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
The ''Spirit'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Spirit Entry.</ref> | The ''Spirit'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Spirit Entry.</ref> | ||
| − | * [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon ( | + | * [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Streak SRM-4)]] |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
Revision as of 13:11, 29 August 2022
- This article is about the Spirit BattleMech. For the system within the Free Worlds League, see Spirit (system).
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| Spirit | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Olivetti Weapons |
| Production Year | 3063[1] |
| Model | Standard[2] |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 6,588,630 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 35 tons |
| Chassis | Olivetti S1 endo steel |
| Armor | Compound Alpha ferro-fibrous |
| Engine | Magna 245 XL |
| Communications System | Angst 2400 with ECM Suite |
| Heat Sinks | 11 double heat sinks |
| Speed | 119 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,377[3] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,673[4] |
Contents
Description
The Spirit is the first Clan BattleMech to walk off the production lines of Olivetti Weapons on Sudeten, which it did in 3063. The product of an upgrade 10 years in the making, the Spirit is one of the first Clan 'Mechs produced in the Inner Sphere. Though some components are imported from Clan space, the Magna 245 XL extralight engine is made in the Clan Jade Falcon Occupation Zone. The engine is only one of the weight-saving technologies the design makes use of, however, as the Spirit incorporates both an endo steel structure and six tons of ferro-fibrous armor. While the armor may be somewhat lacking, an ECM suite helps protect it from some advanced targeting systems, in addition to providing the Spirit with its name. The Spirit itself is a relatively fast recon 'Mech that can hold its own at both long and short ranges. In addition, it makes for a good training 'Mech, ensuring that it will have a place in the Falcon touman for a long time to come.[5]
Weapons and Equipment
Since the Spirit is primarily a reconnaissance 'Mech, it makes use of energy weapons so that it can move far from supply lines. At long range, the Spirit makes use of its Series 6b ER large laser and a Mk 46 Type IV LRM-10 launcher with an Artemis IV FCS accompanying it. The missile launcher is a somewhat controversial addition to the design, since it uses ammunition, but the extra striking power afforded the light 'Mech was deemed worthwhile. Up close, the Spirit mounts a General Systems manufactured heavy medium laser and heavy small laser, as well as a Pattern JX Streak SRM-4 launcher. Since the Streak launcher does not waste ammunition, there was no question of its usefulness on this design. 11 double heat sinks strain to keep the 'Mech cool under the energy heavy loadout.[5]
Variants
- Spirit 2
- This variant replaces the LRM-10 and [[Artemis IV[[ with an ATM-12, while the heavy lasers are replaced with a targeting computer, allowing the ER large laser to fire more effectively. BV (2.0) = 1,773[6]
Design Quirks
The Spirit has the following Design Quirks:[7]
Notes
- In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Kampfgeist, which means Fighting Spirit.
Gallery
Original Spirit from TRO:3067
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3067, p. 110, the Spirit BattleMech began production with the reopening of Olivetti Weapons in 3063
- ↑ MUL online entry for the Spirit (BattleMech), containing model name
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3067, p. 111
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 194
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Technical Readout: 3067, p. 110
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged, p. 195
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Spirit Entry.