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Designed right after the ''[[Stinger LAM]]'' proved the Land-Air 'Mech concept, the aerodynamic ''[[Wasp]]'' chassis also seemed to promise a successful conversion. However, weapon accuracy was severely hampered on initial prototypes. Only after the [[Harvard Company]] hired [[Katherine Piscalla]] was a successful '''''Wasp'' LAM''' actually produced. | Designed right after the ''[[Stinger LAM]]'' proved the Land-Air 'Mech concept, the aerodynamic ''[[Wasp]]'' chassis also seemed to promise a successful conversion. However, weapon accuracy was severely hampered on initial prototypes. Only after the [[Harvard Company]] hired [[Katherine Piscalla]] was a successful '''''Wasp'' LAM''' actually produced. | ||
| − | The ''Wasp | + | The ''Wasp'' LAM is able to convert from [[BattleMech]] to [[Aerospace Fighter]] faster than any other Land-Air 'Mech. The ''Wasp'' LAM also mounts no lostech (save the conversion equipment). The ease of use and ability to drop bombs from [[Bomb Bay|bomb bays]] made the ''Wasp'' LAM especially successful in air-to-ground strikes, no matter where that ground may be. During its first operation, ''Wasp'' LAMs were tasked with destroying a nuclear weapons facility orbiting in the [[Terra|Terran]] Oort Cloud in [[2690]]. Generations of [[SLDF]] ground soldiers loved the ''Wasp'' LAM so much, they bestowed upon it the moniker "angels on our shoulders". |
| − | The ''Wasp | + | The ''Wasp'' LAM was highly a sought-after prize, and a jealously guarded commodity when most of the ''Wasp'' LAM production facilities were destroyed shortly after the start of the [[Production Ceased::First Succession War]]. By the [[Extinction Era::31st Century|31st century]], the ''Wasp'' LAM was an exceedingly rare sight within the [[Inner Sphere]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 128</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 292-296</ref> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | Though extremely similar to the ''[[Stinger LAM]]'', maintaining the same ground and air speed. The only real difference is in the armament - the ''Wasp | + | Though extremely similar to the ''[[Stinger LAM]]'', maintaining the same ground and air speed. The only real difference is in the armament - the ''Wasp'' LAM is armed with a Martell [[Medium Laser]] and a Holly [[SRM-2]]. The use of the SRMs seems a curious decision; the lack of ammunition dependence would only increase the versatility of a [[Land-Air 'Mech]]. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * The [[Capellan Confederation]] has several ''Wasp | + | * The [[Capellan Confederation]] has several ''Wasp'' LAM variants that are original prototypes, built before the first '''successful''' prototype designed by Dr. Piscalla. All variants not only have difficulty converting, but are also prone to glitches with their targeting and tracking systems.{{cn}} |
| − | * WSP-100 ''Wasp LAM Mk I | + | * WSP-100 ''Wasp'' LAM Mk I - This variant, used by the [[SLDF]], has a [[LTV 150]] engine, slightly lower maximum ground speed (84km/h), a 120 meter jump capability, and replaces the SRM-2 with a rear-facing [[One-Shot]] version. In exchange the WSP-100 was equipped with a five ton bomb bay. This Bomb Bay allowed the WSP-100 to carry [[Arrow IV]] missiles and conventional bombs without losing any speed.<ref name="tro85">''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 296</ref> BV (2.0) = 489 |
| − | * WSP-100A - This version of the ''Wasp | + | * WSP-100A - This version of the ''Wasp'' LAM replaces the bomb bay with an [[LRM-10]] launcher and an extra jump jet. This variant was later used as the inspiration for the ''[[Valkyrie]]''.<ref name="tro85"/> BV (2.0) = [[????]] |
==Wasp LAM Gallery== | ==Wasp LAM Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (1).jpg|''Wasp | + | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (1).jpg|''Wasp'' LAM in 'Mech Mode |
| − | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (2).jpg|''Wasp | + | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (2).jpg|''Wasp'' LAM in AirMech Mode |
| − | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (3).jpg|''Wasp | + | Image:Wasp LAM MK I (3).jpg|''Wasp'' LAM in Fighter Mode |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Revision as of 02:38, 6 March 2012
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| Wasp Land-Air 'Mech | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Harvard Company, Inc. |
| Production Year | 2690[1] |
| Model | WSP-105 |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | Harvard 12K |
| Armor | Durallex Light |
| Engine | GM 180 |
| Speed | 97.2 ground km/h, 1620 overthrust km/h |
| Jump Jets | GM ATO 100 |
| Armament |
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Description
Designed right after the Stinger LAM proved the Land-Air 'Mech concept, the aerodynamic Wasp chassis also seemed to promise a successful conversion. However, weapon accuracy was severely hampered on initial prototypes. Only after the Harvard Company hired Katherine Piscalla was a successful Wasp LAM actually produced.
The Wasp LAM is able to convert from BattleMech to Aerospace Fighter faster than any other Land-Air 'Mech. The Wasp LAM also mounts no lostech (save the conversion equipment). The ease of use and ability to drop bombs from bomb bays made the Wasp LAM especially successful in air-to-ground strikes, no matter where that ground may be. During its first operation, Wasp LAMs were tasked with destroying a nuclear weapons facility orbiting in the Terran Oort Cloud in 2690. Generations of SLDF ground soldiers loved the Wasp LAM so much, they bestowed upon it the moniker "angels on our shoulders".
The Wasp LAM was highly a sought-after prize, and a jealously guarded commodity when most of the Wasp LAM production facilities were destroyed shortly after the start of the First Succession War"First Succession War" contains an extrinsic dash or other characters that are invalid for a date interpretation.. By the 31st century, the Wasp LAM was an exceedingly rare sight within the Inner Sphere.[2][3]
Armament
Though extremely similar to the Stinger LAM, maintaining the same ground and air speed. The only real difference is in the armament - the Wasp LAM is armed with a Martell Medium Laser and a Holly SRM-2. The use of the SRMs seems a curious decision; the lack of ammunition dependence would only increase the versatility of a Land-Air 'Mech.
Variants
- The Capellan Confederation has several Wasp LAM variants that are original prototypes, built before the first successful prototype designed by Dr. Piscalla. All variants not only have difficulty converting, but are also prone to glitches with their targeting and tracking systems.[citation needed]
- WSP-100 Wasp LAM Mk I - This variant, used by the SLDF, has a LTV 150 engine, slightly lower maximum ground speed (84km/h), a 120 meter jump capability, and replaces the SRM-2 with a rear-facing One-Shot version. In exchange the WSP-100 was equipped with a five ton bomb bay. This Bomb Bay allowed the WSP-100 to carry Arrow IV missiles and conventional bombs without losing any speed.[4] BV (2.0) = 489
- WSP-100A - This version of the Wasp LAM replaces the bomb bay with an LRM-10 launcher and an extra jump jet. This variant was later used as the inspiration for the Valkyrie.[4] BV (2.0) = ????
Wasp LAM Gallery
Wasp LAM in 'Mech Mode
Wasp LAM in AirMech Mode
Wasp LAM in Fighter Mode
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