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−	{{otheruses|the 40-ton BattleMech|other uses|Vulcan}}
	{{InfoBoxBattleMech		{{InfoBoxBattleMech
−	|image = Vulcan RGilClan v30.jpg	+	|image=3025_Vulcan1.jpg
−	|name = ''Vulcan''	+	|name=Vulcan
	|manufacturer=		|manufacturer=
−	[[Coventry Metal Works]]<ref name=TRSWp64f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 64–65: "VL-2T Vulcan"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 -->	+	[[MatherTechno Incorporated]]
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−	[[MatherTechno Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp64f />	+	[[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]]
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−	[[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]]<ref name=TRSWp64f />	+	[[Coventry Metal Works]]
−	|model=VL-2T<ref name=TRSWp64f />	+	|model=VL-2T
	|production year=2777		|production year=2777
	|year reference=<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 47</ref>		|year reference=<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 47</ref>
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	|feet=biped		|feet=biped
	|mass=40		|mass=40
−	|chassis=[[Mather Tech 500]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|chassis=[[MatherTech 500]]
−	|armor=[[StarGuard I]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|armor=[[StarGuard I]]
−	|engine=[[Pitban 240]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|engine=[[Pitban 240]]
−	|comsys=[[Hartford 200S]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|comsys=[[Hartford 200S]]
−	|T&T=[[Hartford TA10]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|T&T=[[Hartford TA10]]
−	|heat sinks=10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|heat sinks=10
−	|speed=97 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|speed=97.2
−	|jumpjets=Model 9 Pitban <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|jumpjets=Model 9 Pitban
−	|armament= <!-- <ref name=TRSWp64f /> -->	+	|armament=
−	*1x [[autocannon/2]]	+	*1x [[Autocannon/2]]
−	* 1x [[medium laser]]	+	*1x [[Medium Laser]]
−	*1x [[flamer]]	+	*1x [[Flamer]]
−	*1x [[machine gun]]	+	*1x [[Machine Gun]]
	|BV (1.0)=523		|BV (1.0)=523
−	|BV (2.0)=642<ref name=TRSWp64f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 105</ref>	+	|BV (2.0)=642<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 105</ref>
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	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
−	The ''Vulcan'''s primary weapons are a [[Firestorm (Flamer)|Firestorm]] [[Flamer]] mounted in the right arm and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]] in the left arm, fed by one ton of ammunition stored in the left torso.  To give it some anti-'Mech firepower the ''Vulcan'' was given a reliable [[Armstrong (AC2)|Armstrong]] [[Autocannon/2]] with one ton of ammo, both mounted in the right torso, however it performed poorly in this regard and was most often employed as an anti-building weapon.  A [[Randell]] [[medium laser]] in the left torso served as a backup weapon for the autocannon, while ten [[heat sinks]] are used to keep the 'Mech cool.  Its one true deficiency was the lack of manipulative hands, limiting its ability to engage in close combat fighting with other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>	+	The ''Vulcan'''s primary weapons are a [[Firestorm (Flamer)|Firestorm]] [[Flamer]] mounted in the right arm and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]] in the left arm, fed by one ton of ammunition stored in the left torso.  To give it some anti-'Mech firepower the ''Vulcan'' was given a reliable [[Armstrong]] [[Autocannon/2]] with one ton of ammo, both mounted in the right torso, however it performed poorly in this regard and was most often employed as an anti-building weapon.  A [[Randell]] [[Medium Laser]] in the left torso served as a backup weapon for the autocannon, while ten [[heat sinks]] are used to keep the 'Mech cool.  Its one true deficiency was the lack of manipulative hands, limiting its ability to engage in close combat fighting with other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>
−	The ''Vulcan'' is lightly armored at only five tons, though this is typically sufficient when facing infantry forces and its narrow profile makes it a harder target to hit. A cruising speed of 97.2 km/h is enhanced by six [[jump jet]]s mounted in the rear of the Vulcan's torso, specially vented to reduce heat buildup, giving it a jumping range of 180 meters.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>	+	The ''Vulcan'' is lightly armored at only five tons, though this is typically sufficient when facing infantry forces and its narrow profile makes it a harder target to hit. A cruising speed of 64.8 km/h is enhanced with by six [[jump jet]]s mounted in the rear of the Vulcan's torso, specially vented to reduce heat buildup in the rear, giving it a jumping range of 180 meters.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/>
	==Variants==		==Variants==
−	*; VL-5T : One of the most common of the ''Vulcan''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s early variants, the 5T was introduced by MatherTechno a year after the original model debuted.  It removes the Autocannon/2 and replaces it with three [[Maxum]] medium lasers, two heat sinks, and using the remaining mass saved to add two additional tons of armor.  The majority of the Federated Suns' ''Vulcans'' were 5T models.<ref name=TRSWp64f /><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 744, BV (2.0) = 942<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 106</ref>	+	*;VL-5T : One of the most common of the ''Vulcan'''s early variants, the 5T was introduced a year after the original model debuted.  It removes the Autocannon/2 and replaces it with three Maxum medium lasers, two heat sinks, and using the remaining mass saved to add two additional tons of armor.  The majority of the Federated Suns' ''Vulcans'' were 5T models.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 744, BV (2.0) = 942<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 106</ref>
−	*; VT-5M : The 5M ''Vulcan'' is an upgrade of the 2T version used by House Marik that makes the 'Mech far more effective in close range combat. The 'Mech uses a [[Crucis-II Delux]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and removes the autocannon for a [[Tronel PPL-20]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] and also upgrades the medium laser to a [[Tronel XII]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]], using an [[LFN Lindblad]] and [[Flame Tech]] brand machine gun and flamer respectively. Eleven [[double heat sink]]s were also incorporated. This version of the ''Vulcan'' began production in [[3052]] and ceased only with the destruction of Nimakachi's [[Tematagi]] plant in [[3069]]. BV (1.0) = 761, BV (2.0) = 811<ref name=TRO3050u/>	+	*;VT-5M : The 5M ''Vulcan'' is an upgrade of the 2T version used by House Marik that makes the 'Mech far more effective in close range combat. The 'Mech uses a [[Crucis-II Delux]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and removes the autocannon for a [[Tronel PPL-20]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] and also upgrades the Medium Laser to a [[Tronel XII]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]], using an [[LFN Lindblad]] and [[Flame Tech]] brand machine gun and flamer respectively. Eleven [[double heat sink]]s were also incorporated. This version of the ''Vulcan'' began production in [[3052]] and ceased only with the destruction of Nimakachi's [[Tematagi]] plant in [[3069]]. BV (1.0) = 761, BV (2.0) = 811<ref name=TRO3050u/>
−	*; VT-5S : The 5S ''Vulcan'' is a [[3050]] upgrade of the 2T version used by House Steiner which replaces the standard fusion engine with an [[Extralight fusion engine|extralight engine]] and also upgrades the armor to Lexington Ltd. High Grade [[ferro-fibrous]] with [[CASE]] to protect itself from ammunition explosions. The inclusion of [[MASC]] enables the 5S to move up to 129 km/h in short bursts. Additionally, the Autocannon/2 has been replaced with an Imperator [[Ultra Autocannon/5]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 681, BV (2.0) = 833<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 164</ref>	+	*;VT-5S : The 5S ''Vulcan'' is a [[3050]] upgrade of the 2T version used by House Steiner which replaces the standard fusion engine with an [[Fusion Engine - XL|extralight engine]] and also upgrades the armor to Lexington Ltd. High Grade [[Ferro-Fibrous]] with [[CASE]] to protect itself from ammunition explosions. The inclusion of [[MASC]] enables the 5S to move up to 129 km/h in short bursts. Additionally, the Autocannon/2 has been replaced with an Imperator [[Ultra Autocannon/5]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 681, BV (2.0) = 833<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 164</ref>
−	*; VT-5Sr : This Jihad-era field refit ''Vulcan'' carries two extra heat sinks and a [[plasma rifle]] while retaining the medium laser, machine gun and flamer. Outfitted with MASC, the 'Mech could escape with a short speed boost from a dangerous situation.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 69</ref>	+	*;VT-5Sr : This Jihad-era field refit ''Vulcan'' carries two extra heat sinks and a [[Plasma Rifle]] while retaining the medium laser, machine gun and flamer. Outfitted with MASC, the 'Mech could escape with a short speed boost from a dangerous situation.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 69</ref>
−	*; VT-6C : The 6C was produced by the [[Word of Blake]] starting in [[3070]] so that their ''Vulcans'' could be integrated in a C3 network. This upgraded version of the 5M swapped out the lasers for an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER medium laser]], respectively. The weight saved was used to install a [[C3i Computer]]. The removal of a heat sink allowed for the replacement of the machine gun with three [[Light Machine Gun]]s linked to a [[Machine Gun Array]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 959<ref name=MUL165>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 165</ref>	+	*;VT-6C : The 6C was produced by the [[Word of Blake]] starting in [[3070]] so that their ''Vulcans'' could be integrated in a C3 network. This upgraded version of the 5M swapped out the lasers for an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER Medium Laser]], respectively. The weight saved was used to install a [[C3i Computer]]. The removal of a heat sink allowed for the replacement of the machine gun with three [[Light Machine Gun]]s linked to a [[Machine Gun Array]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 959<ref name=MUL165>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 165</ref>
−	*; VT-6M : Another upgrade of the 5M, this variant was produced by Nimakachi before their plant was destroyed, though only around thirty of these 'Mechs were produced and most were captured by the Blakists. The addition of an 240 [[XL engine]] allowed engineers to swap out the lasers for an ER Medium and a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] with a generous two-ton ammunition bin.  Its armor was upgraded to five tons of StarSlab 1/d [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] to improve protection, especially around the arms.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV = 959<ref name=MUL165/>	+	*;VT-6M : Another upgrade of the 5M, this variant was produced by Nimakachi before their plant was destroyed, though only around thirty of these 'Mechs were produced and most were captured by the Blakists. The addition of an 240 [[XL Engine]] allowed engineers to swap out the lasers for an ER Medium and a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] with a generous two-ton ammunition bin.  Its armor was upgraded to five tons of StarSlab 1/d [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] to improve protection, especially around the arms.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV = 959<ref name=MUL165/>
−	*; VT-7T: In light of collapsing ''Vulcan'' sales due to increasingly stiff competition, representatives from Coventry reached out to Nimakachi executives to organize a technical summit. The resulting 7T was a blend of strengths from the prior models<ref name=RG30>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 30'', p. 12, p. 28 </ref>. It carries a [[Plasma Rifle]], a [[Heavy Machine Gun]], a [[Heavy Flamer]], and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. It maintains the 240 XL Engine and Light Ferro-Fibrous Armor layout while adding a [[Targeting Computer]]<ref name = "RG30"/>. It carries a 1/2 ton of Heavy Machine Gun ammunition, a single ton of Heavy Flamer ammunition, and two tons of Plasma Rifle ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,499 <ref name = "RG30"/>
	===Custom Variants===		===Custom Variants===
	*;VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin'' : Debuted in [[3143]] on [[The Scrapyard]] Arena and piloted by [[Scout Weigner]], the 'Mech is armed with only a pair of [[Thunderbolt-5]] launchers and a [[retractable blade]]. It is the [[Angel ECM Suite]] and the [[Stealth Armor]] that give the 'Mech its ability to hide in built-up terrain, and thus surprise his enemies with quick strikes. This machine is rarely seen outside of tag team fights and exhibition games like the [[Fantasy Tournament]]. BV2=947<ref name="Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy">''Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy'', pp. 7 "VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin''"</ref>		*;VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin'' : Debuted in [[3143]] on [[The Scrapyard]] Arena and piloted by [[Scout Weigner]], the 'Mech is armed with only a pair of [[Thunderbolt-5]] launchers and a [[retractable blade]]. It is the [[Angel ECM Suite]] and the [[Stealth Armor]] that give the 'Mech its ability to hide in built-up terrain, and thus surprise his enemies with quick strikes. This machine is rarely seen outside of tag team fights and exhibition games like the [[Fantasy Tournament]]. BV2=947<ref name="Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy">''Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy'', pp. 7 "VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin''"</ref>
−	*; VT-2T Vulcan ''Timms'' : Piloted by [[Richard Timms]] of the [[3rd Davion Guards]] during the failed attack on [[Vega]] during the [[War of 3039]]. The [[machine guns]], ammo and medium laser were replaced with two additional [[Flamers]] and a [[Small laser]]. BV2= 603<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 25</ref>	+	*;VT-2T Vulcan ''Timms'' : Piloted by [[Richard Timms]] of the [[3rd Davion Guards]] during the failed attack on [[Vega]] during the [[War of 3039]]. The [[Machine Guns]], ammo and [[Medium Laser]] were replaced with two additional [[Flamers]] and a [[Small laser]]. BV2= 603<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 25</ref>
−	=== Apocryphal Variants ===	+	== Apocryphal Variants ==
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−	''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:''
−	*;VL-2P: This variant of the ''Vulcan'' mounts EW countermeasures and an [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries/Equipment#Active Probe|active probe]] alongside the usual complement of flamers and machine guns.<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref>
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	''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''		''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
	*;VL-BL ''Bloodlust'': While all indications are that [[Sondra Stoverston]] piloted a standard VL-2T variant, MWO's [[Hero 'Mech]] version of her ''Bloodlust'' is armed with two Machine Guns in the Left Arm, while a [[Small Laser]] and another Machine Gun round out the Right Arm. The Head, Right and Left Torso each carry an [[SRM-4]], while four tons of ammo help keep the [[SRM]]s sufficiently supplied. Powered by a 240 XL engine to mount such a heavy weapons loadout, otherwise the ''Bloodlust'' retains the same jump jets, armor volume and single heat sinks of the common VL-2T variant. [https://mwomercs.com/vulcan]		*;VL-BL ''Bloodlust'': While all indications are that [[Sondra Stoverston]] piloted a standard VL-2T variant, MWO's [[Hero 'Mech]] version of her ''Bloodlust'' is armed with two Machine Guns in the Left Arm, while a [[Small Laser]] and another Machine Gun round out the Right Arm. The Head, Right and Left Torso each carry an [[SRM-4]], while four tons of ammo help keep the [[SRM]]s sufficiently supplied. Powered by a 240 XL engine to mount such a heavy weapons loadout, otherwise the ''Bloodlust'' retains the same jump jets, armor volume and single heat sinks of the common VL-2T variant. [https://mwomercs.com/vulcan]
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		+	''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack|MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack]]''
		+	*;VL-2P: This variant of the Vulcan mounts EW countermeasures and an active probe alongside the usual complement of flamers and machine guns.<ref name=MW5>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries'' (ingame)</ref>
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	== Design Quirks ==		== Design Quirks ==
−	The ''Vulcan'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref name=BM95>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 85, "Design Quirk Table"</ref>	+	The ''Vulcan'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Vulcan Entry.</ref>
	* [[Narrow/Low Profile]]		* [[Narrow/Low Profile]]
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	==Notable Pilots==		==Notable Pilots==
−	:''See [[:Category:Notable Vulcan Pilots]]''	+	:''See [[:Category:Notable Vulcan pilots]]''
	==Notes==		==Notes==
−		+	In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Vulkan'''. The model code was left unchanged.
−	* Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Vulcan'' was among the BattleMechs for which he wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its name, image, and game stats to work with for the TRO entry.
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−	* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Vulkan'''. The model code was left unchanged.
	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
	<gallery>		<gallery>
−	3025_Vulcan1.jpg|Original VL-2T ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''	+	Image:3025_Vulcan1.jpg|Original VL-2T ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
−	3050R Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''	+	Image:3050R Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
−	3050U Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''	+	Image:3050U Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]''
−	Vulcan RGilClan v30.jpg|''Vulcan'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 30|RG:iClan vol. 30]]''	+	Image:CCG Counterstrike Vulcan.jpg|VT-5S ''Vulcan'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
−	CCG Counterstrike Vulcan.jpg|VT-5S ''Vulcan'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''	+	Image:MWO Vulcan.png|Model of ''Vulcan'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
−	MWO Vulcan.png|Model of ''Vulcan'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
−	Alpha Strike Recon Lance - Vulcan.jpg|''Vulcan'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Recon Lance Pack]]''
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	==Bibliography==		==Bibliography==
	<div class="desktop-3-col">		<div class="desktop-3-col">
−	* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''	+	*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
−	* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]''	+	*''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]''
−	* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''	+	*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]''
−	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''	+	*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
−	* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''	+	*''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
−	* ''[[Turning Points War of 3039: Vega]]''	+	*''[[Turning Points War of 3039: Vega]]''
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=3025_Vulcan1.jpg |name=Vulcan |manufacturer= [[MatherTechno Incorporated]] ---- [[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]] ---- [[Coventry Metal Works]] |model=VL-2T |production year=2777 |year reference=<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 47</ref> |cost= 3,462,900 C-bills |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |mech type =BattleMech |feet=biped |mass=40 |chassis=[[MatherTech 500]] |armor=[[StarGuard I]] |engine=[[Pitban 240]] |comsys=[[Hartford 200S]] |T&T=[[Hartford TA10]] |heat sinks=10 |speed=97.2 |jumpjets=Model 9 Pitban |armament= *1x [[Autocannon/2]] *1x [[Medium Laser]] *1x [[Flamer]] *1x [[Machine Gun]] |BV (1.0)=523 |BV (2.0)=642<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 105</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Vulcan''''' was designed as an anti-[[infantry]] [['Mech]] in [[Introduction Year::2775]] during the closing years of the [[Amaris Civil War]]. As the [[SLDF]] battled Republican troops in the streets and thoroughfares of the [[Terran Hegemony]], many 'Mechs were destroyed by dug-in infantry during these urban battles. In response to this problem, MatherTechno Inc. designed the ''Vulcan'' to pack weaponry capable of taking out large numbers of enemy troops and capable of unparalleled mobility in an urban environment, though not intended to engage in all-out battles with larger 'Mechs. The ''Vulcan'''s distinct profile would eventually give rise to its nickname "Scarecrow."<ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', p. 42-43</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 124-125</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 42-43</ref> Production of the ''Vulcan'' began as soon as MatherTechno's factory on [[Northwind]] was liberated by the SLDF, with [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] himself specifically ordering their production lines converted to produce the ''Vulcan''. The design's baptism of fire came during [[Operation Liberation]], the final battle of the civil war to liberate [[Terra]] from [[Stefan Amaris]], where it served as part of the Volunteer Regiments and earned its reputation as a tough city fighter. Each of the [[Great Houses]] had a sizable number of ''Vulcans'' at the start of the [[First Succession War]] when, just a few months into the conflict, MatherTechno's factory on Northwind was destroyed. Only the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] and [[Free Worlds League]] managed to acquire the design specifications for the ''Vulcan'' and keep it in limited production throughout the rest of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], with the League awarding the schematics to [[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]] and the Commonwealth giving theirs to [[Coventry Metal Works]]. Of the other Great Houses the [[Capellan Confederation]] had the fewest number of ''Vulcans'' as a result of the loss of [[Sappho]], where the majority of their ''Vulcans'' were stationed, to House Marik during the [[Second Succession War]]. The [[Federated Suns]] kept their ''Vulcans'' going thanks to several spare part supply dumps located in their territory, and used the 'Mech extensively during the reconquest of [[Kentares IV]]. The majority of the [[Draconis Combine]]'s ''Vulcan'' inventory was used during a raid on [[Dobson]] in [[3020]] where they decimated several key Davion [[aerospace fighter]] bases.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/> Following the recovery of several [[lostech]] components Nimakachi was able to create a new variant, the VT-5M, and begin limited production in [[3050]],<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3461 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> eventually increasing their lines to produce twenty a month. Coventry Metal Works produced their own upgraded variant around the same time, the VT-5S, which played a pivotal role during the [[FedCom Civil War]] as part of the Allied forces. The [[Word of Blake]] purchased a number of ''Vulcans'' in preparation for their seizure of Terra in [[3058]], codenamed [[Operation Odysseus]]. The Blakists would go on to seize more ''Vulcans'' after the start of the [[Jihad]] following their sacking of Nimakachi's Tematagi plant in [[3069]], with many transferred to the [[Protectorate Militia]] for policing duties.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/> ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Vulcan'''s primary weapons are a [[Firestorm (Flamer)|Firestorm]] [[Flamer]] mounted in the right arm and a [[Sperry Browning]] [[Machine Gun]] in the left arm, fed by one ton of ammunition stored in the left torso. To give it some anti-'Mech firepower the ''Vulcan'' was given a reliable [[Armstrong]] [[Autocannon/2]] with one ton of ammo, both mounted in the right torso, however it performed poorly in this regard and was most often employed as an anti-building weapon. A [[Randell]] [[Medium Laser]] in the left torso served as a backup weapon for the autocannon, while ten [[heat sinks]] are used to keep the 'Mech cool. Its one true deficiency was the lack of manipulative hands, limiting its ability to engage in close combat fighting with other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/> The ''Vulcan'' is lightly armored at only five tons, though this is typically sufficient when facing infantry forces and its narrow profile makes it a harder target to hit. A cruising speed of 64.8 km/h is enhanced with by six [[jump jet]]s mounted in the rear of the Vulcan's torso, specially vented to reduce heat buildup in the rear, giving it a jumping range of 180 meters.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050u/> ==Variants== *;VL-5T : One of the most common of the ''Vulcan'''s early variants, the 5T was introduced a year after the original model debuted. It removes the Autocannon/2 and replaces it with three Maxum medium lasers, two heat sinks, and using the remaining mass saved to add two additional tons of armor. The majority of the Federated Suns' ''Vulcans'' were 5T models.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> BV (1.0) = 744, BV (2.0) = 942<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 106</ref> *;VT-5M : The 5M ''Vulcan'' is an upgrade of the 2T version used by House Marik that makes the 'Mech far more effective in close range combat. The 'Mech uses a [[Crucis-II Delux]] [[Endo Steel]] chassis and removes the autocannon for a [[Tronel PPL-20]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] and also upgrades the Medium Laser to a [[Tronel XII]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]], using an [[LFN Lindblad]] and [[Flame Tech]] brand machine gun and flamer respectively. Eleven [[double heat sink]]s were also incorporated. This version of the ''Vulcan'' began production in [[3052]] and ceased only with the destruction of Nimakachi's [[Tematagi]] plant in [[3069]]. BV (1.0) = 761, BV (2.0) = 811<ref name=TRO3050u/> *;VT-5S : The 5S ''Vulcan'' is a [[3050]] upgrade of the 2T version used by House Steiner which replaces the standard fusion engine with an [[Fusion Engine - XL|extralight engine]] and also upgrades the armor to Lexington Ltd. High Grade [[Ferro-Fibrous]] with [[CASE]] to protect itself from ammunition explosions. The inclusion of [[MASC]] enables the 5S to move up to 129 km/h in short bursts. Additionally, the Autocannon/2 has been replaced with an Imperator [[Ultra Autocannon/5]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (1.0) = 681, BV (2.0) = 833<ref>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 164</ref> *;VT-5Sr : This Jihad-era field refit ''Vulcan'' carries two extra heat sinks and a [[Plasma Rifle]] while retaining the medium laser, machine gun and flamer. Outfitted with MASC, the 'Mech could escape with a short speed boost from a dangerous situation.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 69</ref> *;VT-6C : The 6C was produced by the [[Word of Blake]] starting in [[3070]] so that their ''Vulcans'' could be integrated in a C3 network. This upgraded version of the 5M swapped out the lasers for an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER Medium Laser]], respectively. The weight saved was used to install a [[C3i Computer]]. The removal of a heat sink allowed for the replacement of the machine gun with three [[Light Machine Gun]]s linked to a [[Machine Gun Array]].<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV (2.0) = 959<ref name=MUL165>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 165</ref> *;VT-6M : Another upgrade of the 5M, this variant was produced by Nimakachi before their plant was destroyed, though only around thirty of these 'Mechs were produced and most were captured by the Blakists. The addition of an 240 [[XL Engine]] allowed engineers to swap out the lasers for an ER Medium and a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] with a generous two-ton ammunition bin. Its armor was upgraded to five tons of StarSlab 1/d [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] to improve protection, especially around the arms.<ref name=TRO3050u/> BV = 959<ref name=MUL165/> ===Custom Variants=== *;VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin'' : Debuted in [[3143]] on [[The Scrapyard]] Arena and piloted by [[Scout Weigner]], the 'Mech is armed with only a pair of [[Thunderbolt-5]] launchers and a [[retractable blade]]. It is the [[Angel ECM Suite]] and the [[Stealth Armor]] that give the 'Mech its ability to hide in built-up terrain, and thus surprise his enemies with quick strikes. This machine is rarely seen outside of tag team fights and exhibition games like the [[Fantasy Tournament]]. BV2=947<ref name="Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy">''Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy'', pp. 7 "VT-5ML Vulcan ''Aladdin''"</ref> *;VT-2T Vulcan ''Timms'' : Piloted by [[Richard Timms]] of the [[3rd Davion Guards]] during the failed attack on [[Vega]] during the [[War of 3039]]. The [[Machine Guns]], ammo and [[Medium Laser]] were replaced with two additional [[Flamers]] and a [[Small laser]]. BV2= 603<ref>''Turning Points War of 3039: Vega'', p. 25</ref> == Apocryphal Variants == {{ApocryphalContentStart}} ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' *;VL-BL ''Bloodlust'': While all indications are that [[Sondra Stoverston]] piloted a standard VL-2T variant, MWO's [[Hero 'Mech]] version of her ''Bloodlust'' is armed with two Machine Guns in the Left Arm, while a [[Small Laser]] and another Machine Gun round out the Right Arm. The Head, Right and Left Torso each carry an [[SRM-4]], while four tons of ammo help keep the [[SRM]]s sufficiently supplied. Powered by a 240 XL engine to mount such a heavy weapons loadout, otherwise the ''Bloodlust'' retains the same jump jets, armor volume and single heat sinks of the common VL-2T variant. [https://mwomercs.com/vulcan] ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack|MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack]]'' *;VL-2P: This variant of the Vulcan mounts EW countermeasures and an active probe alongside the usual complement of flamers and machine guns.<ref name=MW5>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries'' (ingame)</ref> {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} == Design Quirks == The ''Vulcan'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Vulcan Entry.</ref> * [[Narrow/Low Profile]] ==Related BattleMechs== *''[[Stag]]'' - [[Clan Wolverine]] extensively redesigned the ''Vulcan'', resulting in the ''Stag'' and ''Stag II''. ==Notable Pilots== :''See [[:Category:Notable Vulcan pilots]]'' ==Notes== In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Vulkan'''. The model code was left unchanged. ==Gallery== <gallery> Image:3025_Vulcan1.jpg|Original VL-2T ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' Image:3050R Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' Image:3050U Vulcan.jpg|VT-5M ''Vulcan'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' Image:CCG Counterstrike Vulcan.jpg|VT-5S ''Vulcan'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' Image:MWO Vulcan.png|Model of ''Vulcan'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== <div class="desktop-3-col"> *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]'' *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]'' *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' *''[[Turning Points War of 3039: Vega]]'' </div> [[Category:Star League BattleMechs]] [[Category:Improved C3 Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]]

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