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| − | *;Alternate Configuration A : The most common alternate configuration in the ''Woodsman's'' long career mounted two [[ER PPC]]s, two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, | + | *;Alternate Configuration A : The most common alternate configuration in the ''Woodsman's'' long career mounted two [[ER PPC]]s, two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and a [[Large Pulse Laser]] and [[ER Small Laser]] for backup. It keeps the same number of double heat sinks as the primary configuration, but relocates them across the torso. BV (2.0) = 2,741<ref>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 34</ref> |
*;Alternate Configuration B : This configuration is a low-heat high damage option for pilots. A [[Gauss Rifle]] is mounted in the right arm while the left arm has an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER Medium Laser]]. The right torso has an [[SRM-4]] while the left torso carries an [[LRM-10]]. Both of these launchers have an [[Artemis IV FCS]]. For anti-infantry work, a [[Small Pulse Laser]] is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 2,414<ref name=trogc37>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 37</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 114</ref> | *;Alternate Configuration B : This configuration is a low-heat high damage option for pilots. A [[Gauss Rifle]] is mounted in the right arm while the left arm has an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER Medium Laser]]. The right torso has an [[SRM-4]] while the left torso carries an [[LRM-10]]. Both of these launchers have an [[Artemis IV FCS]]. For anti-infantry work, a [[Small Pulse Laser]] is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 2,414<ref name=trogc37>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 37</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 114</ref> | ||
| − | *;Alternate Configuration C : In this configuration the ''Woodsman'' carries two [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]s in the left arm to remove large amounts of armor from opposing units. An [[LB 10-X]] autocannon in the right arm allows cluster shot to capitalize on armor breaches and immobilize vehicles. Electronic warfare support comes from a [[Watchdog CEWS]], and six additional double heat sinks are installed to handle the laser heat. BV (2.0) = 2,230<ref name=trogc37/><ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 115</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration C : In this configuration, the ''Woodsman'' carries two [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]s in the left arm to remove large amounts of armor from opposing units. An [[LB 10-X]] autocannon in the right arm allows cluster shot to capitalize on armor breaches and immobilize vehicles. Electronic warfare support comes from a [[Watchdog CEWS]], and six additional double heat sinks are installed to handle the laser heat. BV (2.0) = 2,230<ref name=trogc37/><ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 115</ref> |
| − | *;Alternate Configuration D : More of a support configuration, the D loadout carries a pair of [[Mech Mortar/4]]s in each of the side torsos. | + | *;Alternate Configuration D : More of a support configuration, the D loadout carries a pair of [[Mech Mortar/4]]s in each of the side torsos. Four tons of mortar ammo sit in each side torso. Each arm carries a pair of ER Medium Lasers. The Watchdog CEWS carried in the C configuration is also found here. BV (2.0) = 1,902<ref name=trogc37/><ref>''Technical Readout: Golden Century'', p. 116</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
Revision as of 19:46, 25 April 2021
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| Woodsman | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Production Year | 2865[2] |
| Model | Prime |
| Class | Heavy |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan OmniMech |
| Mass | 75 tons |
| Chassis | WOD-1 Endo Steel |
| Armor | Standard |
| Engine | Wolf 300 |
| Communications System | WolfCom 3-4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | CW3 |
| Heat Sinks | 17 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 64 km/h (86 km/h with MASC) |
| Jump Jets | Pod mounted |
| Armament |
Primary Configuration
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| BV (2.0) | 2,623[3] |
Contents
Description
The first heavy OmniMech developed by Clan Wolf, the Woodsman was one of the most heavily tested weapons ever produced by the clan. Every last detail was considered and problems were eliminated before production began. This resulted in a chassis that would not only function well in the Clan's front line forces for nearly a century, but also inspire the Timber Wolf, Gargoyle, and Naga OmniMechs.[3][4][5][6][7]
Heavy armor provided excellent protection, while a standard fusion engine improved longevity on the battlefield. The light Endo Steel chassis allowed the Woodsman to devote 27 tons to pod space, allowing many mission specific loadouts and prototype weapon configurations. The permanently installed MASC system allowed a pilot to briefly exceed 80 km/h to either withdraw or capitalize on breaches in enemy ranks. Though it served the Wolf Clan well, it was eventually surpassed by newer designs. The Woodsman was relegated to second-line units, and then eventually phased out of service completely by the time of Operation Revival. There are some rumors that a few Dark Caste bandits may have a Woodsman, but these reports remain unconfirmed.[8]
In 3149 the Woodsman was returned to production in the Wolf Empire to quickly rebuild the touman.[1]
Weapons and Equipment
The primary Woodsman configuration would be mirrored in the default Timber Wolf weapon load. Each arm carried an ER Large Laser and an ER Medium Laser, and a pair of LRM-15s rounded out the configuration in each side torso. To provide anti-infantry capability, a pair of Machine Guns were mounted in the center torso. Five additional pod mounted double heat sinks brought the total up to seventeen, allowing the Woodsman to fire most of its weaponry without worrying about heat overloads.
The Woodsman was so versatile that it was often used by Wolf scientists to test new weapons and weapon configurations. The Naga's dual Arrow IV launcher configuration, for example, was tested on the Woodsman chassis.
Alternate Configurations
- Alternate Configuration A
- The most common alternate configuration in the Woodsman's long career mounted two ER PPCs, two Medium Pulse Lasers, and a Large Pulse Laser and ER Small Laser for backup. It keeps the same number of double heat sinks as the primary configuration, but relocates them across the torso. BV (2.0) = 2,741[9]
- Alternate Configuration B
- This configuration is a low-heat high damage option for pilots. A Gauss Rifle is mounted in the right arm while the left arm has an ER Large Laser and ER Medium Laser. The right torso has an SRM-4 while the left torso carries an LRM-10. Both of these launchers have an Artemis IV FCS. For anti-infantry work, a Small Pulse Laser is carried in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 2,414[10][11]
- Alternate Configuration C
- In this configuration, the Woodsman carries two Improved Heavy Large Lasers in the left arm to remove large amounts of armor from opposing units. An LB 10-X autocannon in the right arm allows cluster shot to capitalize on armor breaches and immobilize vehicles. Electronic warfare support comes from a Watchdog CEWS, and six additional double heat sinks are installed to handle the laser heat. BV (2.0) = 2,230[10][12]
- Alternate Configuration D
- More of a support configuration, the D loadout carries a pair of Mech Mortar/4s in each of the side torsos. Four tons of mortar ammo sit in each side torso. Each arm carries a pair of ER Medium Lasers. The Watchdog CEWS carried in the C configuration is also found here. BV (2.0) = 1,902[10][13]
Design Quirks
The Woodsman and variants, unless specified otherwise, are subject to the following Design Quirks:[14]
Related OmniMechs
- Timber Wolf - The Timber Wolf was one of three OmniMech chasses designed replacements for the Woodsman OmniMech. The Timber Wolf was meant to be a direct upgrade of the original, while the Gargoyle and the Naga OmniMechs were designed with more specialized roles in mind.[3][6]
- Gargoyle - By increasing both the size and engine of the Woodsman chassis, Clan Wolf engineers were able to create the Gargoyle Clan OmniMech. The Gargoyle's armor protection and top speeds are virtually identical to that of the Woodsman without requiring a temperamental MASC system. The drawback to removing the MASC was a 6-ton reduction in pod space.[4][3][7]
- Naga - In regards to appearance, the Naga is strikingly reminiscent to the Woodsman chassis. However, the role of the Naga is very different from the very flexible Woodsman; the Naga was adapted into a dedicated fire support/artillery unit, with fixed Arrow IV systems in each side torso. This leaves only enough pod space for pilots to customize the Naga's secondary weapons, ammo load, or point defense.[3][4][5]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 36
- ↑ Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 21, "Random Assignment Tables"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 25
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 Technical Readout: 3055, p. 140
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 92
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 136
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 138
- ↑ Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 25 "WOODSMAN"
- ↑ Era Digest: Golden Century, p. 34
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 37
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 114
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 115
- ↑ Technical Readout: Golden Century, p. 116
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95 - Design Quirk Table - Woodsman Entry.