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Line 1: − {{Otheruses|the revised Thunderbolt model|other uses|Thunderbolt (disambiguation)}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Thunderbolt IIC TROPrototypes.jpg + |image= Thunderbolt IIC.jpg − |name=''Thunderbolt IIC'' + |name= Thunderbolt IIC − |manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weaponry]] + |manufacturer= [[Olivetti Weaponry]] − |production year = 3085 + |production year= 3085 − |model = Standard + |model=Standard − |introduced = + |introduced= − |cost = + |class=Heavy − |Tech Base = Clan + |cost= − |mech type = BattleMech+ |mass=70 − |mass = 70 + |chassis=Olivetti TDR-II − |chassis = [[Olivetti TDR-II]] + |armor=[[Standard Armor|Forging Omni H24 with]] [[CASE II]] − |armor = [[Forging Omni H24]] with [[CASE II]] + |engine=[[XL Fusion Engine|Redline 350 XL]] − |engine = [[Redline 350 XL]] + |comsys=[[Model J-D 067]] − |comsys = [[Model J-D 067]] + |T&T=[[Hawkeye 58]] − |T&T = [[Hawkeye 58]] + |heat sinks=17 [[Double Heat Sinks]] − |heat sinks = 17 [[Double Heat Sinks]] + |speed=86 − |speed = 86 + |speed with MASC= − |armament = <span></span> + |speed with TSM= − * 2x [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]+ |jumpjets= N/A − * 1x [[Streak LRM-15]]+ |armament= 2 x [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]s <br/> 1 x [[Streak LRM-15|Streak LRM 15]] <br/> 3 x [[ER Medium Lasers]] − * 3x [[ER Medium Laser]]+ |BV (1.0)= − |BV (1.0) = + |BV (2.0)=2,475<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5239/thunderbolt-iic-standard Master Unit List profile of the Thunderbolt IIC which includes the intro year & BV]</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 151 - BV2 of T-Bolt IIC.</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 72</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 2,475<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5239/thunderbolt-iic-standard Master Unit List profile of the Thunderbolt IIC which includes the intro year & BV]</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 151: BV2 of T-Bolt IIC</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 72</ref> + }} − }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Thunderbolt IIC''''' is a second-line heavy BattleMech that was originally developed for [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in [[3085]]. The design came into existence due to that Clan's need to repurpose surplus components being produced for their ''[[Hellbringer (Loki)|Loki]]'' and ''[[Summoner (Thor)|Thor]]'' OmniMech designs. Using one of [[Olivetti Weaponry]]'s previous Inner Sphere designs, the classic ''[[Thunderbolt]]'', they reworked it as a replacement for second-line 'Mechs lost during the Jihad. + The '''''Thunderbolt IIC''''' is a second-line heavy BattleMech that was originally developed for [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in [[3085]]. The design came into existence due to that Clan's need to re-purpose surplus components being produced for their ''[[Hellbringer (Loki)|Loki]]'' and ''[[Summoner (Thor)|Thor]]'' OmniMech designs. Using one of [[Olivetti Weaponry]]'s previous Inner Sphere designs, the classic ''[[Thunderbolt]]'', they reworked it as a replacement for second-line 'Mechs lost during the Jihad. ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is a blend of standard and [[Advance Technology|Advanced]] Clan technology. Due to the then-experimental nature of its weaponry, its [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] were required to keep detailed logs noting the equipment's performance. The design's [[XL Engine]] allows it to maintain pace with contemporary heavy designs in the [[Clan Jade Falcon Touman|Falcon ''touman'']]. The weight-saving property of the engine allows the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' to be fitted with 13.5 tons of armor on its hull.<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', pp. 150–151: ''Thunderbolt IIC''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s background and technical information</ref> + The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is a blend of standard and [[Advance Technology|Advanced]] Clan technology. Due to the then-experimental nature of its weaponry, its [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] were required to keep detailed logs noting the equipments' performance. The design's XL Engine allows it maintain pace with contemporary heavy designs in the Falcons' [[Touman]]. The weight-saving property of the engine allows the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' to be fitted with 13.5 tons of armor on its hull.<ref>''TRO:Prototypes'', p. 150-151 - ''Thunderbolt IIC''’s background and technical information.</ref> − + The 'Mech's main weaponry is its two Series XVI-a Improved Heavy Large Lasers, with a laser system mounted in each arm. These weapons offer tremendous damage at medium to short ranges. A MechWarrior will find, however, that by firing both arm-mounted lasers alone, they will be overtaxing the 'Mech’s Double Heat sinks. − The 'Mech's main weaponry is its two Series XVI-a [[Improved Heavy Large Laser|Improved Heavy Large Lasers]], with a laser system mounted in each arm. These weapons offer tremendous damage at medium to short ranges. A MechWarrior will find, however, that by firing both arm-mounted lasers alone, they will be overtaxing the 'Mech's [[double heat sinks]]. + For the ''Thunderbolt IIC'''s long-range firepower, the 'Mech sports a highly ammo-efficient Type XV-S Streak LRM 15 Launcher. The weapon is supplied with two tons of ammunition which are protected by [[CASE II]]. Three Series 7Ja Extended Range Medium Lasers serve as this 'Mech's secondary weaponry, rounding out the rest of its arsenal.<ref>''TRO:Prototypes'', p. 150-151 - ''Thunderbolt IIC''’s weaponry info.</ref> − − For the ''Thunderbolt IIC''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s long-range firepower, the 'Mech sports a highly ammo-efficient Type XV-S [[Streak LRM 15]] Launcher. The weapon is supplied with two tons of ammunition which are protected by [[CASE II]]. Three Series 7Ja [[Extended-Range Medium Laser]]s serve as this 'Mech's secondary weaponry, rounding out the rest of its arsenal.<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', pp. 150–151: ''Thunderbolt IIC''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s weaponry info</ref> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *;''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 : Introduced in [[3088]], this advanced variant of the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is built with durability in mind. This variant's engine is downgraded to a less fragile [[Fusion engine|280 standard fusion]], however its lost speed is compensated with the mobility of four [[Jump Jet]]s. These jump Jets did cost the 'Mech two of its double heat sinks. Further durability is provided with the incorporation of a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro]]. Its hull is protected by 11 tons of [[Ferro-fibrous Armor]], and an [[ECM Suite]] is included. The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 is armed with an [[ER Large Pulse Laser|Extended-Range Large Pulse Laser]] in its right arm, a standard [[Heavy Large Laser]] in place of the Standard's missile launcher, a trio of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] that replaces the extended-range trio, and a single Small Pulse Laser in its left arm.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5240/thunderbolt-iic-2 Master Unit List profile for the Thunderbolt IIC 2]</ref> + *;''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 : Introduced in [[3088]], this advanced variant of the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is built with durability in mind. This variant's engine is downgraded to a less fragile [[Fusion Engine|280 Standard Fusion]], however its lost speed is compensated with the mobility of four [[Jump Jet]]s. These jump Jets did cost the 'Mech two of its Double Heatsinks. Further durability is provided with the incorporation of a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro]]. Its hull is protected by 11 tons of [[Ferro Fibrous Armor]], and an [[ECM Suite]] is included. The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 is armed with an [[ER Large Pulse Laser|Extended Range Large Pulse Laser]] in its right arm, a standard [[Heavy Large Laser]] in place of the Standard's missile launcher, a trio of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] that replaces the extended range trio, and a single Small Pulse Laser in its left arm.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5240/thunderbolt-iic-2 Master Unit List profile for the Thunderbolt IIC 2]</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== Line 44:
Line 40: * [[Modular Weapons]] * [[Modular Weapons]] * [[Protected Actuators]] * [[Protected Actuators]] − + * [[Rumble Seat]] − ==Related Designs== − * ''[[Hellbringer]]'' - The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' uses surplus ''Hellbringer'' components. − * ''[[Summoner]]'' - The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' uses surplus ''Summoner'' components. − * ''[[Thunderbolt]]'' - The Jade Falcons used Olivetti Weaponry's ''Thunderbolt'' line to create its updated counterpart. ==Notes== ==Notes== * As of this writing, there is no published record sheet for the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2. * As of this writing, there is no published record sheet for the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2. − * The technology listed in this 'Mech has been reclassified according to the Jihad Technology Advancement Table found in TRO: Prototypes. CASE II, Improved Heavy Large Laser, ER Large Pulse Laser, and Streak LRM 15 Launcher which were formerly [[Experimental Technology]], but they were reclassified as Advanced Technology by 3085.<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', pp. 206–208: "Jihad Technology Advancement Table" - Tech levels for Thunderbolt IIC's components varies from Total Warfare/TechManual construction rules</ref> + * The technology listed in this 'Mech has been re-classified according to the Jihad Technology Advancement Table found in TRO: Prototypes. CASE II, Improved Heavy Large Laser, ER Large Pulse Laser, and Streak LRM 15 Launcher which were formerly [[Experimental Technology]], but they were reclassified as Advanced Technology by 3085.<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', pp. 206-208, "Jihad Technology Advancement Table" - Tech levels for Thunderbolt IIC's components varies from Total Warfare/TechManual construction rules.</ref> + + ==Related Designs== + * ''[[Hellbringer (Loki)|Loki|Hellbringer / Loki]]'' + * ''[[Summoner (Thor)|Summoner / Thor]]'' + * ''[[Thunderbolt]]'' ==References== ==References== Line 59:
Line 56: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs|Thunderbolt IIC]] [[Category:BattleMechs|Thunderbolt IIC]] − [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] − [[Category:70 ton BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Thunderbolt IIC | + | |image= Thunderbolt IIC.jpg |
| − | |name= | + | |name= Thunderbolt IIC |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weaponry]] | + | |manufacturer= [[Olivetti Weaponry]] |
| − | |production year = 3085 | + | |production year= 3085 |
| − | |model = Standard | + | |model=Standard |
| − | |introduced = | + | |introduced= |
| − | | | + | |class=Heavy |
| − | | | + | |cost= |
| − | + | |mass=70 | |
| − | |mass = 70 | + | |chassis=Olivetti TDR-II |
| − | |chassis = | + | |armor=[[Standard Armor|Forging Omni H24 with]] [[CASE II]] |
| − | |armor = [[Forging Omni H24]] | + | |engine=[[XL Fusion Engine|Redline 350 XL]] |
| − | |engine = [[Redline 350 XL]] | + | |comsys=[[Model J-D 067]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Model J-D 067]] | + | |T&T=[[Hawkeye 58]] |
| − | |T&T = [[Hawkeye 58]] | + | |heat sinks=17 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |
| − | |heat sinks = 17 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | + | |speed=86 |
| − | |speed = 86 | + | |speed with MASC= |
| − | | | + | |speed with TSM= |
| − | + | |jumpjets= N/A | |
| − | + | |armament= 2 x [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]s <br/> 1 x [[Streak LRM-15|Streak LRM 15]] <br/> 3 x [[ER Medium Lasers]] | |
| − | + | |BV (1.0)= | |
| − | |BV (1.0) = | + | |BV (2.0)=2,475<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5239/thunderbolt-iic-standard Master Unit List profile of the Thunderbolt IIC which includes the intro year & BV]</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 151 - BV2 of T-Bolt IIC.</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 72</ref> |
| − | |BV (2.0) = 2,475<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5239/thunderbolt-iic-standard Master Unit List profile of the Thunderbolt IIC which includes the intro year & BV]</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 151 | + | }} |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Thunderbolt IIC''''' is a second-line heavy BattleMech that was originally developed for [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in [[3085]]. The design came into existence due to that Clan's need to | + | The '''''Thunderbolt IIC''''' is a second-line heavy BattleMech that was originally developed for [[Clan Jade Falcon]] in [[3085]]. The design came into existence due to that Clan's need to re-purpose surplus components being produced for their ''[[Hellbringer (Loki)|Loki]]'' and ''[[Summoner (Thor)|Thor]]'' OmniMech designs. Using one of [[Olivetti Weaponry]]'s previous Inner Sphere designs, the classic ''[[Thunderbolt]]'', they reworked it as a replacement for second-line 'Mechs lost during the Jihad. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is a blend of standard and [[Advance Technology|Advanced]] Clan technology. Due to the then-experimental nature of its weaponry, its [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] were required to keep detailed logs noting the | + | The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is a blend of standard and [[Advance Technology|Advanced]] Clan technology. Due to the then-experimental nature of its weaponry, its [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] were required to keep detailed logs noting the equipments' performance. The design's XL Engine allows it maintain pace with contemporary heavy designs in the Falcons' [[Touman]]. The weight-saving property of the engine allows the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' to be fitted with 13.5 tons of armor on its hull.<ref>''TRO:Prototypes'', p. 150-151 - ''Thunderbolt IIC''’s background and technical information.</ref> |
| − | + | The 'Mech's main weaponry is its two Series XVI-a Improved Heavy Large Lasers, with a laser system mounted in each arm. These weapons offer tremendous damage at medium to short ranges. A MechWarrior will find, however, that by firing both arm-mounted lasers alone, they will be overtaxing the 'Mech’s Double Heat sinks. | |
| − | The 'Mech's main weaponry is its two Series XVI-a | + | For the ''Thunderbolt IIC'''s long-range firepower, the 'Mech sports a highly ammo-efficient Type XV-S Streak LRM 15 Launcher. The weapon is supplied with two tons of ammunition which are protected by [[CASE II]]. Three Series 7Ja Extended Range Medium Lasers serve as this 'Mech's secondary weaponry, rounding out the rest of its arsenal.<ref>''TRO:Prototypes'', p. 150-151 - ''Thunderbolt IIC''’s weaponry info.</ref> |
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 : Introduced in [[3088]], this advanced variant of the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is built with durability in mind. This variant's engine is downgraded to a less fragile [[Fusion | + | *;''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 : Introduced in [[3088]], this advanced variant of the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' is built with durability in mind. This variant's engine is downgraded to a less fragile [[Fusion Engine|280 Standard Fusion]], however its lost speed is compensated with the mobility of four [[Jump Jet]]s. These jump Jets did cost the 'Mech two of its Double Heatsinks. Further durability is provided with the incorporation of a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro]]. Its hull is protected by 11 tons of [[Ferro Fibrous Armor]], and an [[ECM Suite]] is included. The ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2 is armed with an [[ER Large Pulse Laser|Extended Range Large Pulse Laser]] in its right arm, a standard [[Heavy Large Laser]] in place of the Standard's missile launcher, a trio of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] that replaces the extended range trio, and a single Small Pulse Laser in its left arm.<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/5240/thunderbolt-iic-2 Master Unit List profile for the Thunderbolt IIC 2]</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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* [[Modular Weapons]] | * [[Modular Weapons]] | ||
* [[Protected Actuators]] | * [[Protected Actuators]] | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
* As of this writing, there is no published record sheet for the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2. | * As of this writing, there is no published record sheet for the ''Thunderbolt IIC'' 2. | ||
| − | * The technology listed in this 'Mech has been | + | * The technology listed in this 'Mech has been re-classified according to the Jihad Technology Advancement Table found in TRO: Prototypes. CASE II, Improved Heavy Large Laser, ER Large Pulse Laser, and Streak LRM 15 Launcher which were formerly [[Experimental Technology]], but they were reclassified as Advanced Technology by 3085.<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', pp. 206-208, "Jihad Technology Advancement Table" - Tech levels for Thunderbolt IIC's components varies from Total Warfare/TechManual construction rules.</ref> |
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| + | ==Related Designs== | ||
| + | * ''[[Hellbringer (Loki)|Loki|Hellbringer / Loki]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Summoner (Thor)|Summoner / Thor]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Thunderbolt]]'' | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Prototypes]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]'' |
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