Editing Griffin

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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Griffin_GRF-1N_SSW.jpg
|name = ''Griffin''
|manufacturer = 
[[Brigadier Corporation]]
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[[Defiance Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp98f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 98–99: "GRF-1N Griffin"</ref><ref name=TRJp108f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 108–109: "GRF-6S Griffin"</ref> <!-- 1N entry reprinted from TRO:3039, 6S from TRO:PP -->
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[[Earthwerks Incorporated]]<ref name=TRSWp98f />
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[[Kallon Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp98f /><ref name=TRJp108f />
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[[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]]
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[[Victory Industries]]<ref name=TRJp108f />
|production year = 2492
|year reference =<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1297/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|model = GRF-1N<ref name=TRSWp98f />
|cost = 4,957,107 [[C-bill]]s
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type = BattleMech
|feet = biped
|mass = 55
|chassis = [[Earthwerks GRF]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|armor = [[Starshield A]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|engine = [[CoreTek 275]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|comsys = [[Neil 6000]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|T&T = [[Octagon Tartrac, System C]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|heat sinks = 12 [[heat sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|speed = 86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|jumpjets = [[Rawlings 55]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
|armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp98f /> -->
* 1x [[PPC]]
* 1x [[LRM-10]]
|BV (1.0) = 1,021
|BV (2.0) = 1,272<ref name=TRSWp98f /><ref name=TRO3039/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 456</ref>
}}

==Description==
Built in [[Introduction Year::2492]], the '''''Griffin''''' was originally classified as a heavy [[BattleMech]], filling in the weight gap between mammoth machines like the ''[[Mackie]]'' and smaller recon 'Mechs like the ''[[Wasp]]'', and intended for close assaults. Combining tremendous speed and firepower in one frame, the ''Griffin'' briefly dominated in this role before being superseded by larger and better-equipped 'Mechs. However the ''Griffin'' was very popular among commanders and [[MechWarrior (pilot)|pilots]] alike and so [[Earthwerks Incorporated]] kept it in production, this time reclassified as a [[medium 'Mech]] and tasked with long-range fire support for medium [[lance]]s. In this capacity the ''Griffin'' has excelled, combining good striking power, endurance, and speed, with its only major weakness being a lack of close-range defensive weapons.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', pp. 64–65</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 287</ref>

During the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] the ''Griffin'' could be found in almost every unit of all the [[Great Houses]] and [[mercenary]] forces, thanks in part to its diverse number of manufacturers. Besides being constructed from Earthwerks' factory on [[Keystone]] the ''Griffin'' was later acquired and built by [[Defiance Industries]] ([[Hesperus II]]), [[Kallon Industries]] ([[Wernke|Talon]]), [[Brigadier Corporation]] ([[Oliver]]), and [[Norse BattleMech Works]] (later [[Victory Industries]], [[Marduk]]). It was even manufactured in the [[Periphery]] by [[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]] on [[Illiushin]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050''</ref>  Only the [[Capellan Confederation]] lacked a means of building the 'Mech, although they made up for it by purchasing a limited number from the [[Taurian Concordat]].<ref name=TRO3039/> During the [[Fourth Succession War]] some of these manufacturers exchanged hands, with the [[Draconis Combine]] capturing Marduk from the [[Federated Suns]] and the [[Lyran Commonwealth]] taking Oliver from the [[Free Worlds League]]. This exchange also happened to coincide with several new variants being designed to exploit recently recovered [[lostech]]. As such variants meant specifically for either Houses Kurita, Marik or the [[Federated Commonwealth]] found their way into the arsenals of all of them. During the [[Clan Invasion]] these manufacturers produced the new variants to meet the [[Clan]] threat while Vandenberg Industries continued to build original GRF-1N ''Griffin''s.<ref name=TRO3050/>

When [[Vicore Industries]] began shopping around its "Project Phoenix" initiative, Defiance and Kallon Industries signed on to begin producing the completely redesigned GRF-6S ''Griffin''. Victory Industries later signed up as well after the legal battle between [[Wolf's Dragoons]] and the [[Lyran Alliance]] saw the famous [[mercenary]] group selling its [[light fusion engine]] technology to both the Draconis Combine and Free Worlds League. The League designed a native update to the ''Griffin'' while [[ComStar]] had their own built as well which, ominously, soon began appearing in the ranks of the [[Word of Blake Militia]].<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix''</ref> The ''Griffin'' would continue to remain a staple of the battlefields of the Inner Sphere during the maelstrom of the [[Jihad]], the era of the [[Republic of the Sphere]] and the rise of the [[ilClan]], with models still in production within the Free Worlds League and the [[Wolf Empire]].<ref name=RGIV1p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', pp. 4–5: "Griffin"</ref>

==Weapons and Equipment==
The primary weapon on the ''Griffin'' is a [[Fusigon]] [[PPC]] in the right arm, backed up by a [[Delta Dart]] [[LRM-10]] launcher mounted in a drum over the right shoulder. The PPC allows ''Griffin'' to work in a long-range fire support role, while the LRM launcher also gives the ''Griffin'' some indirect fire support capabilities. The Achilles' heel of the design is its lack of short-range weapons, for when an enemy is capable of closing ranges and engaging in close quarters combat, and the fact that all of its weapons are located on the right side.  The 'Mech is however equipped with two powerful battlefists for hand-to-hand combat.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/>

The massive and efficient [[Core Tek 275]] [[fusion engine]] of the ''Griffin'' gives it a cruising speed of 57.1 km/h, and combined with five [[jump jet]]s occupying the rear torso areas for a total jumping distance of 150 meters, is what distinguishes it from other medium 'Mechs and has kept the ''Griffin'' in the game over the centuries. Unfortunately, like most other early 'Mechs, the ''Griffin'' suffers from insufficient heat capacity, with only 12 [[single heat sink]]s installed. The result is that ''Griffin'' pilots, lacking the ability to do both, must choose at the outset of a fight whether to engage or withdraw.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/>

Nine and a half tons of [[standard armor]] plating compares quite favorably to many other medium 'Mechs, although as is often the case the ''Griffin'' will find itself in combat with larger 'Mechs. For this reason, two pairs of false armor baffles were added to the 'Mech, one on its shoulders providing limited protection to the LRM launcher and [[cockpit]], and a smaller pair on the legs protecting the knees joints.<ref name=TRO3025/>

==Variants==
*; GRF-1A : The original ''Griffin'' produced by [[Maxwell Manufacturing, Inc.]] weighed 60 tons, thus technically falling into the heavy category of BattleMechs, and used primitive components. It could reach a top speed of 64 km/h and cover 90 meters with [[prototype jump jet]]s. It also carried a [[Particle Projector Cannon#Variants|prototype PPC]] and a single [[LRM-5]] with one ton of ammunition. It was protected by 14.5 tons of [[primitive armor]] and equipped with 11 [[single heat sink]]s. A [[primitive cockpit]] was provided for the pilot.<ref name=XTRO:PV4p6>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 6: "GRF-1A Griffin"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,024<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4'', p. 23</ref>

*; GRF-1DS : The 1DS variant of the ''Griffin'', built by [[Defiance Industries]], [[Kallon Industries]], and [[Norse BattleMech Works]] from their respective production lines starting in [[3049]], was intended to become the new standard model for the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. The engine was upgraded to a [[Hermes 275 XL]] [[extralight engine]], 14 [[double heat sink]]s improved cooling, and the weapons were stripped from the chassis. The 'Mech now carried a [[Doombud]] [[LRM-20]] launcher over the right shoulder and a [[Thunderbolt-12]] [[large pulse laser]] in the right arm. It also employed [[CASE]] to protect the two tons of missile reloads stored in the left torso, which wouldn't stop the 'Mech from being disabled should an ammo explosion occur, but would improve recovery prospects. The capture of [[Norse BattleMech Works]] on [[Marduk]] by the Draconis Combine meant this variant was also employed by the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]].<ref name=TRO3050/> BV (1.0) = 1,202; BV (2.0) = 1,285<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 60</ref><ref name=RGIV1p16>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 16: "Griffin GRF-1DS"</ref>

*; GRF-1RG : A [[Succession War era]] skirmisher built to protect the Archon's throne room, the 1RG drops the PPC and LRM rack for a [[large laser|large]] and [[medium laser]] in its right arm, supported by a medium and [[small laser]] and [[machine gun]] in each side torso, each with its own half ton of ammo. Additionally the armor on the center torso and arms has been reinforced by half a ton. This loadout is made possible by the removal of the signature jump jets. BV (2.0) = 1,167 <ref name=RGIV1p17>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 17: "Griffin GRF-1RG"</ref>

*; GRF-1S : The 1S ''Griffin'' was, for many years, the only production variant of the ''Griffin'', built for House Steiner by Defiance Industries on Hesperus II starting in [[2857]]. It attempted to rectify the 1N's lack of close range weapons by removing the [[PPC]] and in its place mounting a [[Defiance B3L]] large laser and two [[Defiance B3M]] medium lasers. The LRM-10 was also replaced with a [[Coventry Five-Tube]] [[LRM-5]] and one ton of reloads in the right torso. To further help manage the heat load, the 'Mech also added four additional [[single heat sink]]s to the design. This new arrangement essentially transformed the long-range support 'Mech into a medium-range brawler.<ref name=TRSWp98f /><ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=SSWp114>''Second Succession War'', p. 114: "GRF-1S ''Griffin''"</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,061; BV (2.0) = 1,253<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 461</ref><ref name=SSWp114/>

*; GRF-2N : The [[SLDF]]'s [[SLDF Royal units|Royal ''Griffin'']] was introduced in [[2751]] and mounted an [[ER PPC]], two [[SRM-6]] launchers, and a [[Guardian ECM suite]]. The heat sinks were upgraded to [[double heat sink|double-strength models]] and the ammo was protected by [[CASE]]. To fit all this, the armor was changed to [[ferro-fibrous]] and the chassis was made of [[endo steel]]. This design would end up disappearing during the Succession Wars until the Jihad era, thanks to the discovery of the [[New Dallas Memory Core]], and the Clans also retained a number of original models among their ''[[solahma]]'' forces.<ref name=RGIV1p4/> BV (2.0) = 1606<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 36</ref><ref name=HOKp159>''Historical: Operation Klondike'', p. 159</ref><ref name=RGIV1p18>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 18: "Griffin GRF-2N"</ref>

*; GRF-2N2 : The original 2N, it carries a standard PPC instead of an ER version.<ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6767/griffin-grf-2n2 MUL entry for Griffin GRN-2N2]</ref>

*; GRF-3M : The 3M ''Griffin'' was an upgraded version of the design built for House Marik by Earthwerks and Brigadier Corps starting in [[3049]]. With production lines on Keystone and [[Oliver]] this variant sought to enhance the original's long-range capabilities. The engine was exchanged for a [[Hermes 275 XL]] [[extralight engine]] and carried 14 [[double heat sink]]s to improve heat management. The normal [[PPC]] was replaced by a [[Fusigon Longtooth]] [[ER PPC]] for longer reach at the expense of more heat, and the [[LRM-10]] launcher had been upgraded to a [[Doombud]] [[LRM-20]] launcher for more indirect fire support capabilities. Finally, a [[ChisComp 32]] [[small laser]] was mounted in the left torso, and the two tons of LRM ammo was protected by [[CASE]]. While intended for the [[Free Worlds League Military]], the capture of Oliver by FedCom forces meant the 3M also appeared in large numbers in the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]].<ref name=TRO3050/> BV (1.0) = 1,440; BV (2.0) = 1,521<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 61</ref><ref name=RGIV1p19>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 19: "Griffin GRF-3M"</ref>

*; GRF-3N : The 3N ''Griffin'' is a [[3150]]-era model produced at the Earthwerks Tiber plant for the Free Worlds League, engaging its foes at range with a [[Fusigon Longtooth]] [[ER PPC]] and an [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[Delta Dart II]] [[enhanced LRM-10]] launcher with two tons of reloads. Clad in 10 tons of [[Valiant Chainmail]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and built around an [[endo steel]] frame, the use of a standard 275-rated [[fusion engine]], 11 [[double heat sink]]s, [[jump jet]]s, and [[CASE II]] provide the 3N impressive survivability. BV (2.0) = 1,560<ref name=RGIV1p4/><ref name=RGIV1p20>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 20: "Griffin GRF-3N"</ref>

*; GRF-3RG : A [[Clan Invasion era]] version of the GRF-1RG, the 3RG retains the right-arm medium laser and torso machine guns but swaps the remaining lasers for their [[pulse laser]] equivalents. This swap is made possible in part by dropping one ton of machine gun ammo and removing three heat sinks though a swap to double strength models compensates somewhat for the reduction. BV (2.0) = 1,213 <ref name=RGIV1p21>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 21: "Griffin GRF-3RG"</ref>

*; GRF-4N : This ''Griffin'' was introduced to the [[Taurian Concordat]] in [[3083]]. It carries a [[plasma rifle]] and three [[ER medium laser]]s. It also has a higher top speed than its inspiration and can jump farther thanks to an additional [[jump jet]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 238</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,591<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 62</ref>

*; GRF-4R : This [[Word of Blake]] design emerged in [[3076]] during the [[Jihad]]. It uses [[improved jump jet]]s to cover 270 meters at a time, and a larger [[Edasich Motors 330 XL]] [[extralight engine]] brings the top speed to 97 km/h. This ''Griffin'' carries a [[snub-nose PPC]], an [[MML-5]] launcher, and an [[ER medium laser]]. [[Endo steel]] forms the chassis, and 11 [[double heat sink]]s keep the 'Mech cool. BV (2.0) = 1,412<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 239</ref>

*; GRF-5K : This variant of the 6S introduced in [[3071]] sported enough [[improved jump jet]]s for it to vault up to 240 meters in a single bound. It also used a [[Defiance 275 Light]] [[light fusion engine]], though it was built on a standard frame. It was protected by 10 tons of [[Starshield A]] [[light ferro-fibrous]] armor and also incorporated a [[heavy-duty gyro]] that can take more punishment than a standard gyro. It was armed with a [[Lord's Light 4]] [[light PPC]], a reliable [[LRM-10#Shigunga|Shigunga]] [[LRM-10]] along with one ton of [[CASE]]-protected ammunition, and a [[Diverse Optics (ERML)|Diverse Optics]] [[ER medium laser]] for short-range situations. To protect the pilot it carries a [[Full-Head Ejection System]]. BV (2.0) = 1,390<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 64</ref>

*; GRF-5L : This variant, introduced in [[3070]], uses an [[XL engine]] to max out armor protection with 11.5 tons of [[stealth armor]]. As with all stealth armor-equipped designs, the 5L used a [[Guardian ECM suite]] to power it. It was armed with a [[plasma rifle]] and an [[MML-5]], which could threaten enemies at all ranges, and three [[medium laser]]s provided added short-range firepower. 14 [[double heat sink]]s kept the 'Mech relatively cool, even when the stealth armor was active. BV (2.0) = 1,781<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 65</ref>

*; GRF-5M : The 5M variant of the ''Griffin'' was designed in [[3066]] with a distinctive flair for the [[Free Worlds League]]. Unlike other "Phoenix" 'Mechs, it was powered by an [[extralight engine]] and carried, as its primary weapon, a [[light Gauss rifle]].<ref name=TRJp108f /> This was backed up by an [[LRM-10]] launcher and a [[small laser]] for close range work. This variant also utilized [[double heat sink]]s and carried 10.5 tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,108; BV (2.0) = 1,224<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 66</ref>

*; GRF-6CS : A variant of the 6S developed in [[3067]] for the [[Com Guards]], only to also fall into hands of the Word of Blake, the 6CS used an [[endo steel]] frame and was powered by an [[extralight engine]]. The 'Mech's primary weapons were an [[ER PPC]] and an [[LRM-15]] launcher linked to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system. The 6CS also carries two [[ER medium laser]]s for short range engagements, and has an advanced electronics warfare suite, consisting of a [[Guardian ECM suite]] and a [[C3i computer]] to allow it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,469; BV (2.0) = 1,695<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 67</ref>

*; GRF-6R : An advanced if ammo-dependent sniper, the 6R mounts a [[Rotary AC/2]] in its right arm supported by a [[Thunderbolt 10]] in the right torso.  Carrying two tons of RAC rounds and three of Thunderbolt missiles, a left-torso [[ER small laser]] and Guardian ECM suite round out this XL-engine powered 'Mech. BV (2.0) = 1,515<ref name=RGIV1p22>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 12: "Griffin GRF-6R"</ref>

*; GRF-6S : The Lyran 6S ''Griffin'' was built in 3066 using an [[Earthwerks GRF Endo Steel]] chassis and mounted a [[Defiance 275 Light Fusion Engine]] for power. This allowed the 6S model to carry a [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]] in the right arm, a [[Coventry StarFire]] [[LRM-15]] over the right shoulder with [[Artemis IV]], and two [[RAMTech 1500Z]] [[ER medium laser]]s, one in the center torso and one in the left arm. It carried 12 tons of the original [[Starshield A]] armor plating using layered sections at steeper angles, which allowed it to withstand more attacks than the 6CS, but only 10 [[double heat sink]]s. Two tons of LRM reloads were mounted in the right torso and protected by [[CASE]]. Although still carrying the five [[Rawlings 55]] [[jump jet]]s and [[Neil 6000]] communications system of the original model, the targeting-tracking system was updated to an [[RCA Instatrac Mark X]] and, perhaps most importantly, the cockpit was renovated for additional comfort and to incorporate a [[Full-Head Ejection System]].<ref name=TRJp108f />  BV (1.0) = 1,461; BV (2.0) = 1,781<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 68</ref> or 1,461<ref name=TRJp108f />

*; GRF-6S2 : This variant of the ''Griffin'' was based on the 6S. By dropping one of the [[ER medium laser]]s, the [[Artemis IV]] system, and using a [[Clan]]-spec [[LRM-15]], engineers found enough room to add a [[C3 boosted slave]] and a [[targeting computer]]. [[CASE II]] protects the LRM ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,870<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 126</ref>

*; ''Griffin'' C : A [[Wolf Empire]] refit of aging 3M and 1DS models at the Earthwerks [[Keystone]] plant and appearing across the Inner Sphere thanks to [[Clan Sea Fox]], the so-called ''Griffin'' C is as fast as many light 'Mechs, mounting an Inner Sphere grade [[VOX 330 XL]] [[extralight engine]] and [[endo steel]] skeleton, 11 [[double heat sink]]s and nine [[improved jump jet]]s. Offensively its weaponry is all Clan grade, with the ''Griffin'' C carrying a [[Type 22]] [[ER PPC]] in its right arm and a right torso–mounted [[Type X-S]] [[Streak LRM-10]] launcher fed from a one ton [[CASE]] protected ammo bay. BV (2.0) = 2,131<ref name=RGIV1p4/><ref name=RGIV1p23>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1'', p. 23: "Griffin C"</ref>

===Custom Variants===
*; GRF-1DS ''Grensax'' : The personal 'Mech of [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] MechWarrior [[Helga Almstedt]]. To cater to the aggressive warrior's preference for brutal melee combat, the 1DS's normal [[LRM-20]] is downgraded to a lighter [[LRM-15]] rack along with removing a ton of reloads to free up the weight to mount a custom [[hatchet]] in the left arm.<ref name=CMKp69>''Combat Manual: Kurita'', p. 69: "Freemen - Major Helga Almstedt"</ref>

*; GRF-1E ''Sparky'' : The personal ’Mech of Elle Bennett of the [[Fifth Donegal Guards]], prior to the [[War of 3039]] she had replaced the [[LRM-10]] launcher of her ''Griffin'' with five [[medium laser]]s, one mounted in each torso, one beside the PPC and two in Sparky's left arm. The additional weight saved goes towards an extra [[single heat sink]] and an additional ton of armor.<ref name=TRO3039/> BV (2.0) = 1,449<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 459</ref>

*; GRF-1E2 ''Sparky 2.0'' : The personal ’Mech of [[Leftenant]] [[Natasha Ergen]] of the [[Fifth FedCom RCT]], her stock ''Griffin'' had been refitted with [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and a [[light fusion engine]]. 14 [[double heat sink]]s and a [[targeting computer]] allowed Ergen to obtain maximum effect from an all-energy weapons array consisting of an [[ER PPC]], two [[medium laser]]s mounted one per side torso alongside three [[ER medium laser]]s, one mounted in each torso component. BV (2.0) = 1,862<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon'', p. 11</ref>

*; GRF-6S Francine : A vintage ''Griffin'' refitted to the 6S standard and beyond with captured Word of Blake technology, when [[Francine]] rescued the [[Black Widow Company]] at the Royal Pass of the Ridges in 3070, her 'Mech carried half a ton less armor and swapped the 6S's [[ER PPC]] for an advanced [[snub-nose PPC]] as well as adding an extra [[ER medium laser]] to the left arm and a rear-facing [[small laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,820<ref name="SWB1">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', p. 116</ref>

*; GRF-6S Francine II : After becoming part of [[Stacy Church]]'s new Black Widow Command Lance, [[Francine]]'s ''Griffin'' was upgraded with [[Experimental Technology|experimental technologies]]. Dropping the [[Artemis IV]] and the rear facing [[small laser]] for a [[supercharger]] to increase its speed, her 'Mech's armor was replaced with [[Laser Reflective Armor|laser reflective plating]], making it extremely resistant to the Word of Blake's new laser technology. BV (2.0) = 2,223<ref name="SWB2">''Starterbook: Wolf and Blake'', pp. 22, 102</ref>

===MWDA Dossier Variant===
*; Unnamed Capellan pulse laser variant : A Capellan Confederation variant originating after the Jihad, this variant carries a [[large pulse laser]], two [[medium pulse laser]]s, and an Artemis-enhanced LRM-15 pack. It has a 275 XL engine, an endo-steel chassis, and CASE.<ref name=DADossiers145>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 145: "C. Schiller"</ref> This variant is found in a [[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards|pilot dossier]] for ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age]]''. No record sheet has been provided for it.

===Apocryphal Variants===
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''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Call to Arms|''MechWarrior 5: Call to Arms'' Expansion Pack]]:''
*; GRF-1P : Introduced in [[3024]], this variant of the ''Griffin'' replaces the right arm–mounted [[PPC]] with twin [[medium laser]]s to free up the weight to upgrade the [[LRM-10]] launcher in the right torso to an [[LRM-15]] and fit a [[Claw|medium claw]] in the left arm.<ref name=MW5CtA>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Call to Arms''</ref>

''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
*;GRF-AR ''Ares'' : [[PGI]]'s [[Hero 'Mech]] version of [[Peter Armstrong]]'s ''Ares'' retains the major features of the classic GRF-1N model, the only difference being the removal of the center torso mounted [[jump jet]] to free up the weight to mount a [[small laser]] in the left arm.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' Solaris-7 Sale Page</ref> (The novel featuring Armstrong and his 'Mech only mentions the PPC and LRM but no modification, implying that the 'Mech canonically was a standard GRF-1N model at least in its last fight where it was destroyed and Armstrong was killed.)

''From [[Mecha-Press]] magazine
*;GRF-1RU ''Griffin'': The right arm now carries modular weapons packages: A [[PPC]], a [[large laser]] and two [[medium laser]]s, or four [[Streak SRM-2]]s with two tons of ammo.<ref name=mpn16>''Mecha-Press Magazine 16''</ref>
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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Griffin'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Griffin Entry</ref>
* [[Battlefists]]
* [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (PPC)]]
* [[Rugged|Rugged (1)]]
* [[Ubiquitous]]

The GRF-1S ''Griffin'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''Second Succession War'', p. 115: Technical Readout: - Griffin Entry</ref>
* [[Battlefists]]
* [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Large Laser)]]
* [[Protected Actuators]]

The GRF-1A ''Griffin'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:PV4p6/>
* [[Improved Cooling Jacket|Improved Cooling Jacket (Prototype PPC)]]
* [[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon (Prototype PPC)]]
* [[Obsolete|Obsolete (2595)]]
* [[Poor Sealing]]

==Notable Pilots==
: ''See [[:Category:Notable Griffin Pilots]]''

==Related BattleMechs==
* GRF-2N ''[[Super Griffin]]'' - Although it carries the designation GRF-2N, this is actually a new 60-ton 'Mech design based on the regular ''Griffin'', in a similar fashion to [[IIC]] evolution of existing designs, albeit not with [[Clan]]-level technology.

* '''''[[Griffin IIC]]''''' - The ''Griffin'' was one of the [['Mechs]] taken on the [[Operation EXODUS|Exodus]] by the [[SLDF]], following the collapse of the [[Star League]]. Eventually, the model was redesigned to use exclusive [[Clan]] technology and the ''Griffin IIC'' was created. BV (1.0) = 1,492; BV (2.0) = 1,608

==Notes==
* A longtime favorite with House Steiner, two ''Griffins'' of the [[Royal Guards]] traditionally stand next to the [[Archon]]'s throne on [[Tharkad]].<ref>''Blood of Heroes'', ch. 4</ref>

* The original ''Griffin'' variants and artwork from 3025 were part of the [[Unseen]] 'Mech designs. The ''Griffin'' was [[Reseen]] in 3067 with new variants using revised artwork.<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix''</ref>

* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Greif'''''. The model code was left unchanged.

* In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''''Griffon'''''.

==Gallery==
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Griffin.jpg|Original [[Unseen]] GRF-1N ''Griffin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
Griffin_GRF-1N_SSW.jpg|GRF-1N ''Griffin'' from ''[[Second Succession War (sourcebook)|Second Succession War]]''
GRF-Griffin.png|Unseen GRF-3M ''Griffin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
GRF-4R Griffin.jpg|GRF-4R ''Griffin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]''
Grf-5m griffin.png|GRF-5M ''Griffin'' from ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix|TRO:Phoenix]]''
Grf-6cs griffin.png|GRF-6CS ''Griffin'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Grf-6s griffin.jpg|GRF-6S ''Griffin'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
GRF-1A_Griffin_XTROPrimitives4.jpg|Experimental GRF-1A ''Griffin'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4|XTRO:Primitives IV]]''
Camosteinerarcturanguards.png|''Griffin'' in colors of [[Arcturan Guards]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]''
Battle of Tukayyid (5).jpg|Unseen ''Griffin'' in motion from ''[[Tukayyid (scenario pack)|Tukayyid]]''
Griffin 43rd Shadow Division AToW.jpg|A [[43rd Shadow Division]] ''Griffin'' 6S
Griffin (Damien Lucille) BTLegends.jpg|[[Damien Lucille|Damien Lucille's]] ''Griffin'' from ''[[BattleTech: Legends|BT:Legends]]''
Griffin LI.png|A ''Griffin'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Liao Incursion|MWDA LI]]'' dossiers
MWO Griffin.png|Model of ''Griffin'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
Battledroids-Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]''
BattleTech2e-Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Second Edition]]''
Mechs-Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' miniature from ''[[...Mechs!]]'' (also used in ''[[BattleTech, Third Edition]]'')
File:MWDA-WS065-Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Wolf Strike|MechWarrior: Wolf Strike set]]
Beginner Box - Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Beginner Box]]''
Beginner Box 2e - Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Beginner Box, Second Edition]]''
Kell Hounds Striker Lance Griffin.jpg|''Griffin'' miniature from ''[[Kell Hounds Striker Lance]]''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
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* ''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
* ''[[Blood of Heroes]]'' (novel)
* ''[[Combat Manual: Kurita]]''
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Primitives, Volume 4]]''
* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]''
* ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]''
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 1]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Second Succession War (sourcebook)|Second Succession War]]''
* ''[[Starterbook: Wolf and Blake]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
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