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| − | The ''Wraith'' marked [[Curtiss Militech]]'s entry into [[BattleMech]] production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The ''Wraith'' is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 [[XL Engine]] that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 [[jump jet]]s which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the ''Wraith'' to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the ''Wraith'' a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight. <ref name=TRO3055U/> <ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 50-51, "Wraith 'Mech Profile"</ref> | + | The ''Wraith'' marked [[Curtiss Militech]]'s entry into [[BattleMech]] production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The ''Wraith'' is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 [[XL Engine]] that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 [[jump jet]]s which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the ''Wraith'' to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the ''Wraith'' a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight. <ref name=TRO3055U/> <ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 50-51, "Wraith 'Mech Profile"</ref> Following the the destruction of its sole factory soon afterwards, parent company [[Curtiss Hydroponics]] announced its withdrawal from the military market altogether and the sale of its ''Curtiss Militech'' assets. By 3085, [[Hellespont Industrials]] have expressed interest in the ''Wraith''; and by 3145 Production had been ongoing at one of [[Hellespont Industrials]] locations in the Sian Commonality for Capellan use. <ref> ''Field manual: 3145'', p. 29, "Sian Commonality" </ref><ref> <ref> ''Field manual: 3085'', p. 22, "Sian Commonality" </ref><ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
Revision as of 12:07, 2 June 2016
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| Wraith | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Curtiss Militech |
| Production Year | 3055[1] |
| Model | TR1 |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 13,225,323 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Curtiss Wraith Endo Steel |
| Armor | Kallon FWL Special Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | LTV 385 XL |
| Communications System | CurtissComm Mk I |
| Targeting Tracking System | Dynatec 2780 |
| Speed | 118.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | CurtissJet 55 |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,089 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,287[2] |
Description
The Wraith marked Curtiss Militech's entry into BattleMech production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The Wraith is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 XL Engine that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 jump jets which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the Wraith to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the Wraith a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight. [2] [3] Following the the destruction of its sole factory soon afterwards, parent company Curtiss Hydroponics announced its withdrawal from the military market altogether and the sale of its Curtiss Militech assets. By 3085, Hellespont Industrials have expressed interest in the Wraith; and by 3145 Production had been ongoing at one of Hellespont Industrials locations in the Sian Commonality for Capellan use. [4]Cite error: Closing </ref> missing for <ref> tagCite error: Closing </ref> missing for <ref> tag
- TR3
- A modification of the Wraith made by the Word of Blake, the TR3 replaces the two Medium Pulse Lasers with two ER Medium Lasers while one of the jump jets is removed to make room for an improved C3 computer, making the Wraith an incredibly powerful point 'Mech for units equipped with C3i equipment. BV (1.0)= 1,111, BV (2.0)=1,310[5]
Custom Variants
- TR2-X Wraith Alexander
- Developed under the guidance of Angelique Claw for Zellbrigen Stables, the Wraith Alexander combines Experimental Technology from the Clans and Inner Sphere to create a unique 'Mech. The use of a Clan-made XL Engine keeps the speed high, and allows for the installation of more equipment. The jump jets, Endo Steel structure, and Snub-Nose PPC are of Inner Sphere manufacture, but the two ER Medium Lasers, Ferro-Fibrous Armor, and twin Partial Wings were built by the Clans. The partial wings increase the Wraith's jump range to 270 meters. BV (2.0) = 1816[6]
Notable Pilots
- A notable pilot is Aris Sung from House Hiritsu, who used the agility of his Wraith to great effect during the Capellan-St. Ives War. [7]
Gallery
TR1 Wraith in Battle
TR2-X Wraith Alexander
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Wraith
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, pp. 46-47, "Wraith 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3055, pp. 50-51, "Wraith 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Field manual: 3145, p. 29, "Sian Commonality"
- ↑ Cite error: Invalid
<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedMUL170 - ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators, p. 4
- ↑ The Capellan Solution