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* STG-5M - This upgraded version of the ''Stinger'' produced by [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] on [[Keystone]] and [[Calloway VI]] took advantage of several technologies that were rediscovered, thanks in part to the [[Helm Memory Core]]. The chassis was upgraded to Endo Steel and the 'Mech retained the Medium Laser but swapped the machine guns for a Lindblad Shotgun [[Anti-Missile System]] and a [[Flame Tech]] [[Flamer]].<ref name=TRO3050-58>''Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 58-59</ref><ref name=RSPU-22>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 22</ref> BV (1.0) = 352,<ref name=CO-121 /> BV (2.0) = 432<ref name=RSPUC-22>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 22</ref><ref name=MUL /> | * STG-5M - This upgraded version of the ''Stinger'' produced by [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] on [[Keystone]] and [[Calloway VI]] took advantage of several technologies that were rediscovered, thanks in part to the [[Helm Memory Core]]. The chassis was upgraded to Endo Steel and the 'Mech retained the Medium Laser but swapped the machine guns for a Lindblad Shotgun [[Anti-Missile System]] and a [[Flame Tech]] [[Flamer]].<ref name=TRO3050-58>''Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 58-59</ref><ref name=RSPU-22>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 22</ref> BV (1.0) = 352,<ref name=CO-121 /> BV (2.0) = 432<ref name=RSPUC-22>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 22</ref><ref name=MUL /> | ||
| − | * STG-5R - The 5R variant was created by the [[Taurian Concordat]] with assistance from [[Word of Blake]]. The upgrade of the ''Stinger'' used [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor and carried a Diverse Optics [[ER Medium Laser]] and two Death Blossom [[Rocket Launcher 15]]s. The first Taurian units to receive the upgraded 'Mechs did so in early [[3067]]. <ref name=TROPP-16>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', p. 16 "STG-5R ''Stinger''"</ref> <ref name=RSPU-23>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 23</ref> BV (1.0) = 461,<ref name=CO-140>''Combat Operations'', p. 140</ref> BV (2.0) = 492<ref name=RSPUC-23>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 23</ref><ref name=MUL /> | + | * STG-5R - The 5R variant was created by the [[Taurian Concordat]] with assistance from [[Word of Blake]]. The upgrade of the ''Stinger'' used [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor and carried a Diverse Optics [[ER Medium Laser]] and two Death Blossom [[Rocket Launcher 15]]s. The first Taurian units to receive the upgraded 'Mechs did so in early [[3067]]. The 5R is produced by Vandenberg, Pinard, and Detroit.<ref name=TROPP-16>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', p. 16 "STG-5R ''Stinger''"</ref> <ref name=RSPU-23>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 23</ref> BV (1.0) = 461,<ref name=CO-140>''Combat Operations'', p. 140</ref> BV (2.0) = 492<ref name=RSPUC-23>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 23</ref><ref name=MUL /> |
* STG-5T - Capable of engaging an enemy at any range, the [[Periphery]]-manufactured 5T variant of the ''Stinger'' was armed with two Doombud [[MML-3]] launchers, which were capable of firing both LRM and SRM ammunition, making the 5T extremely flexible. Appearing in Taurian and [[Magistracy of Canopus|Magistracy]] units, the 5T was powered by an [[XL engine]] and was clad in three tons of Durallex Light [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.<ref name=BC>"Faster Than a Falling ''Atlas''"</ref> <ref name=TR03085/> <ref name=RSPU-24>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 24</ref> BV (2.0) = 341<ref name=RSPUC-24>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 24</ref><ref name=MUL /> | * STG-5T - Capable of engaging an enemy at any range, the [[Periphery]]-manufactured 5T variant of the ''Stinger'' was armed with two Doombud [[MML-3]] launchers, which were capable of firing both LRM and SRM ammunition, making the 5T extremely flexible. Appearing in Taurian and [[Magistracy of Canopus|Magistracy]] units, the 5T was powered by an [[XL engine]] and was clad in three tons of Durallex Light [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.<ref name=BC>"Faster Than a Falling ''Atlas''"</ref> <ref name=TR03085/> <ref name=RSPU-24>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 24</ref> BV (2.0) = 341<ref name=RSPUC-24>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 24</ref><ref name=MUL /> | ||
| − | * STG-6L - The House Liao manufactured 6L variant of the ''Stinger'' utilized an Endo Steel structure and [[Stealth Armor]]. The 'Mech carried two Medium Lasers and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]].<ref name=TROPP-16/> <ref name=RSPU-25>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 25</ref> BV (1.0) = 603,<ref name=CO-123>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref> BV (2.0) = 680<ref name=RSPUC-25>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 25</ref><ref name=MUL /> | + | * STG-6L - The House Liao-manufactured 6L variant of the ''Stinger'' utilized an Endo Steel structure and [[Stealth Armor]]. The 'Mech carried two Medium Lasers and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. The 6L is produced on Detroit and Sian.<ref name=TROPP-16/> <ref name=RSPU-25>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 25</ref> BV (1.0) = 603,<ref name=CO-123>''Combat Operations'', p. 123</ref> BV (2.0) = 680<ref name=RSPUC-25>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 25</ref><ref name=MUL /> |
* STG-6S - Intended to operate at a longer range than most other ''Stinger'' variants, the [[House Steiner]] manufactured 6S used a Light Engine to push the 'Mech up to speeds of 118.8 km/h and was capable of reaching speeds of 151.2 km/h through the use of a [[MASC]] system. The 'Mech could also jump up to two hundred and ten meters. An additional weight saving measure on this variant was the use of a [[Small Cockpit]]. The 'Mech was armed with two [[Light Machine Gun]]s for anti-infantry and crowd control use. To defend itself against 'Mechs and vehicles, the 6S had a single [[ER Medium Laser]].<ref name=BC /> <ref name=TR03085/> <ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 26</ref> BV (2.0) = 478<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 26<br />The record sheet book has the BV listed at 477, but the later Master Unit List says 478</ref><ref name=MUL /> | * STG-6S - Intended to operate at a longer range than most other ''Stinger'' variants, the [[House Steiner]] manufactured 6S used a Light Engine to push the 'Mech up to speeds of 118.8 km/h and was capable of reaching speeds of 151.2 km/h through the use of a [[MASC]] system. The 'Mech could also jump up to two hundred and ten meters. An additional weight saving measure on this variant was the use of a [[Small Cockpit]]. The 'Mech was armed with two [[Light Machine Gun]]s for anti-infantry and crowd control use. To defend itself against 'Mechs and vehicles, the 6S had a single [[ER Medium Laser]].<ref name=BC /> <ref name=TR03085/> <ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 26</ref> BV (2.0) = 478<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete)'', p. 26<br />The record sheet book has the BV listed at 477, but the later Master Unit List says 478</ref><ref name=MUL /> | ||
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Revision as of 11:02, 18 September 2011
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Alliance Defenders Limited Bergan Industries Coventry Metal Works Detroit Consolidated MechWorks Earthwerks Incorporated Earthwerks-FWL, Incorporated Hellespont Industrials Majesty Metals and Manufacturing Pinard Protectorates Limited Vandenberg Mechanized Industries |
| Model | STG-3R |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 1,615,440 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 20 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerks STG |
| Armor | Riese-100 |
| Engine | GM 120 |
| Speed | 91.6 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Chilton 360 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 320[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 359[2][3] [4] |
Description
The Stinger was a light BattleMech that was built in 2479 as a direct competitor to the Wasp BattleMech. The Stinger's various roles included reconnaissance, scouting, raiding, and functioning as a trainer 'Mech. The Stinger's light but varied armament, as well as its jumping capability of 180 meters, made it suitable for these various roles. As of 3025, it was estimated that there were somewhere around five thousand Stingers left in use by the various states of the Inner Sphere. [5] [4]
Armament
The Stinger carried a light weapons load, with an Omicron 3000 Medium Laser as its primary weapon. The laser was backed up by two LFN Linbald Machine Guns. [5] [6] [4]
Variants
- STG-3G - The 3G Stinger traded the two Machine Guns for a second Medium Laser. While this variant increased the Stinger's lethality against other 'Mechs, it also made heat management a little more complicated for less experienced MechWarriors. [5] [4] [7] BV (1.0) = 438,[1] BV (2.0) = 497[8][3]
- STG-3Gb - The Royal Stinger used a XL Engine and Endo Steel chassis, to be able to mount a battery of three Medium Lasers, and one Small Laser. The heat-sinks were upgraded to Double Heat Sinks and the speed and jumping distance of the 'Mech were also been improved slightly. [9] BV (2.0) = 674[10]
- STG-3P - A Jihad era repair yard refit of the venerable Stinger unveiled in 3071, the 3P was built on an Endo Steel chassis and carried, as its only weapon, a either a Fusigon Mini or Lord's Light 3 Light PPC capable of striking a target at out to five hundred and forty meters. Additionally, the 3P carried four tons of Ferro Fibrous armor to protect it from enemy fire. [11][6] BV (2.0) = 489[12][3][13]
- STG-5G - Based on the 3P variant, this model also uses Endo Steel chassis and adds an XL Engine. The engine gives the STG-5G a top speed of 111km/h and provides enough weight savings to add more armor and an advanced PPC Capacitor. In addition to the extra armor, the pilot is protected by a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 61 [14]
- STG-5M - This upgraded version of the Stinger produced by Earthwerks Incorporated on Keystone and Calloway VI took advantage of several technologies that were rediscovered, thanks in part to the Helm Memory Core. The chassis was upgraded to Endo Steel and the 'Mech retained the Medium Laser but swapped the machine guns for a Lindblad Shotgun Anti-Missile System and a Flame Tech Flamer.[15][16] BV (1.0) = 352,[1] BV (2.0) = 432[17][3]
- STG-5R - The 5R variant was created by the Taurian Concordat with assistance from Word of Blake. The upgrade of the Stinger used Ferro-Fibrous armor and carried a Diverse Optics ER Medium Laser and two Death Blossom Rocket Launcher 15s. The first Taurian units to receive the upgraded 'Mechs did so in early 3067. The 5R is produced by Vandenberg, Pinard, and Detroit.[18] [19] BV (1.0) = 461,[20] BV (2.0) = 492[21][3]
- STG-5T - Capable of engaging an enemy at any range, the Periphery-manufactured 5T variant of the Stinger was armed with two Doombud MML-3 launchers, which were capable of firing both LRM and SRM ammunition, making the 5T extremely flexible. Appearing in Taurian and Magistracy units, the 5T was powered by an XL engine and was clad in three tons of Durallex Light Ferro-Fibrous armor.[11] [13] [22] BV (2.0) = 341[23][3]
- STG-6L - The House Liao-manufactured 6L variant of the Stinger utilized an Endo Steel structure and Stealth Armor. The 'Mech carried two Medium Lasers and a Guardian ECM Suite. The 6L is produced on Detroit and Sian.[18] [24] BV (1.0) = 603,[25] BV (2.0) = 680[26][3]
- STG-6S - Intended to operate at a longer range than most other Stinger variants, the House Steiner manufactured 6S used a Light Engine to push the 'Mech up to speeds of 118.8 km/h and was capable of reaching speeds of 151.2 km/h through the use of a MASC system. The 'Mech could also jump up to two hundred and ten meters. An additional weight saving measure on this variant was the use of a Small Cockpit. The 'Mech was armed with two Light Machine Guns for anti-infantry and crowd control use. To defend itself against 'Mechs and vehicles, the 6S had a single ER Medium Laser.[11] [13] [27] BV (2.0) = 478[28][3]
- STG-7S - This Steiner version maximizes jump range by mounting eight Improved Jump Jets, allowing it to cover 240 meters in a single leap. The Stinger 7S is built around an Endo-Steel chassis and carries an XL Engine, but carries only three tons of armor and a single ER Medium Laser. Pilots should therefore use the jumping ability to the fullest. A Full Head Ejection System is available in case the armor is breached. One unique feature of this model is that the left leg carries slightly less armor than the right leg. [13] BV (2.0) = 382[29]
Gallery
STG-5M Stinger
STG-5R Stinger
STG-3P Stinger
- MWDA Stinger.jpg
MechWarrior: Dark Age's CGI picture of the Stinger
STG-6L Stinger
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Combat Operations, p. 121
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 21
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 "Master Unit List", p. 79
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 282
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Technical Readout: 3025, p. 12
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 20
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 19
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 19
- ↑ Historical: Operation Klondike, p. 159 "SLDF Royal Units - STG-3GB Stinger"
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 20
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 "Faster Than a Falling Atlas"
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 20
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 Technical Readout: 3085, p. 229
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 17
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050, pp. 58-59
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 22
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 22
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Technical Readout: Project Phoenix, p. 16 "STG-5R Stinger"
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 23
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 140
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 23
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 24
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 24
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 25
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 123
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 25
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades, p. 26
- ↑ Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrade (Complete), p. 26
The record sheet book has the BV listed at 477, but the later Master Unit List says 478 - ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 23
Bibliography
- Historical: Operation Klondike
- Record Sheets: 3025 & 3026
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3067
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix
- Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades (Complete)
- Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades
- Record Sheets Volume One: Light 'Mechs
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: Project Phoenix
- Technical Readout: 3085
- "Faster than a Falling Atlas"
- Master Unit List (PDF)
- MWDA House Liao's dossier of Aniceto Tuvida
- MWDA Spirit Cats' dossier of Lenett Lossey