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−	The '''''Iron Cheetah''''' is an Assault [[OmniMech]] originally designed by [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] in an effort to create the ultimate assault OmniMech.  Even though the Smoke Jaguars were running into issues of limited resources, they were still able to develop one last OmniMech.  The ''Iron Cheetah'' was designed to supplement the ''[[Dire Wolf]]'' and represented the pinnacle of 3050's BattleMech technology.  The lack of sufficient resources precluded the Jaguar ability to field more than a handful of these machines before their [[Trial of Annihilation|Annihilation]] at the hands of the Inner Sphere.  The [[Draconis Combine]] was able to salvage a few chassis, which were assigned to the most prestigious of MechWarriors.	+	The '''''Iron Cheetah''''' is an Assault [[OmniMech]] originally designed by [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] in an effort to create the ultimate assault OmniMech.  Even though the Smoke Jaguars were running into issues of limited resources, they were still able to develop one last OmniMech.  The ''Iron Cheetah'' was designed to supplement the ''[[Dire Wolf]]'' and represented the pinnacle of 3050's BattleMech technology.  The lack of sufficient resources precluded the Jaguar ability to field more than a handful of these machines before their [[Trial of Annihilation|Annihilation]] at the hands of the Inner Sphere.  The [[Draconis Combine]] was able to salvage of few chassis, which were assigned to the most prestigious of MechWarriors.
	The plans for the ''Iron Cheetah'' managed to find their way to [[Clan Diamond Shark]] but it wasn't until 3080s that the Diamond Sharks were able to put the OmniMech into production.  The [[Republic of the Sphere]] purchased an exclusivity contract, thus preventing widespread dissemination of the ''Iron Cheetah''.  The Republic concentrated its machines in [[Stone's Brigade]] and the [[Fidelis]].  With the death of the Republic, [[Clan Sea Fox]] began selling the ''Iron Cheetah'' on the open market, mostly to House Steiner, Marik, and Davion. Out of the Clans only [[Clan Snow Raven]] and [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]] have shown interest in the 'Mech.		The plans for the ''Iron Cheetah'' managed to find their way to [[Clan Diamond Shark]] but it wasn't until 3080s that the Diamond Sharks were able to put the OmniMech into production.  The [[Republic of the Sphere]] purchased an exclusivity contract, thus preventing widespread dissemination of the ''Iron Cheetah''.  The Republic concentrated its machines in [[Stone's Brigade]] and the [[Fidelis]].  With the death of the Republic, [[Clan Sea Fox]] began selling the ''Iron Cheetah'' on the open market, mostly to House Steiner, Marik, and Davion. Out of the Clans only [[Clan Snow Raven]] and [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]] have shown interest in the 'Mech.

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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Iron Cheetah RGilClan v19.png |name=''Iron Cheetah'' |manufacturer=[[Manufacturing Plant SFF-IT5]] |model=Prime |class=Assault |year reference=<ref name=MUL>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/8319/iron-cheetah-prime MUL profile for the ''Iron Cheetah'']</ref> |production year=3054 |cost= |Tech Base=Clan |mech type=Omni |feet=2 |mass=100 |chassis=[[DSAM Endo 4]] |armor=[[Composite A-4 Ferro-Fibrous]] |engine=[[400 Model SF-3 XL]] |comsys=[[TJ6 Bell Integrated Communication System]] |T&T=[[Series III OPT]] |heat sinks=16 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |speed=64 |armament= '''Prime Configuration''' * 2x [[Medium pulse laser]]s * 1x [[Gauss rifle]] * 1x [[ER small laser]] * 1x [[LRM 15]] w/[[Artemis IV]] * 2x [[ER PPC]]s * 1x [[Anti-missile system]] |BV (1.0)= |BV (2.0)=3155<ref name=RG19p10>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19'', p. 33</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Iron Cheetah''''' is an Assault [[OmniMech]] originally designed by [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] in an effort to create the ultimate assault OmniMech. Even though the Smoke Jaguars were running into issues of limited resources, they were still able to develop one last OmniMech. The ''Iron Cheetah'' was designed to supplement the ''[[Dire Wolf]]'' and represented the pinnacle of 3050's BattleMech technology. The lack of sufficient resources precluded the Jaguar ability to field more than a handful of these machines before their [[Trial of Annihilation|Annihilation]] at the hands of the Inner Sphere. The [[Draconis Combine]] was able to salvage of few chassis, which were assigned to the most prestigious of MechWarriors. The plans for the ''Iron Cheetah'' managed to find their way to [[Clan Diamond Shark]] but it wasn't until 3080s that the Diamond Sharks were able to put the OmniMech into production. The [[Republic of the Sphere]] purchased an exclusivity contract, thus preventing widespread dissemination of the ''Iron Cheetah''. The Republic concentrated its machines in [[Stone's Brigade]] and the [[Fidelis]]. With the death of the Republic, [[Clan Sea Fox]] began selling the ''Iron Cheetah'' on the open market, mostly to House Steiner, Marik, and Davion. Out of the Clans only [[Clan Snow Raven]] and [[Clan Wolf-in-Exile]] have shown interest in the 'Mech. ==Weapons and Equipment== Designed to improve upon the [[Dire Wolf]], the ''Iron Cheetah'' mounts a [[Extralight fusion engine|400-rated XL engine]]. This enables to the 'Mech to reach speeds of 64 km/h. While designers feared the increased engine mass would excessively reduce the 'Mech's payload, the increased cooling efficiency meant little impact to the 'Mech's practical punch. Both [[Endo Steel]] and [[ferro-fibrous armor]] were used to save additional weight. The Primary Configuration mounts a number of long-range weapons, giving the ''Iron Cheetah'' amazing sniping potential. Dual [[ER PPC]]s supported by an [[Artemis_IV_FCS|Artemis-IV]]-augmented [[LRM 15]] rack and [[Gauss rifle]] allow it to disable or destroy most opponents before they can close. [[Medium pulse laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] provided close-in defense, while an [[anti-missile system]] handled any incoming missile barrages.<ref name=RG19p10/> ==Alternate Configurations== *; Alternate Configuration A : A close-in brawler, the A's primary weapon is a massive [[Ultra AC/20]] mounted in the right arm. Double [[Streak SRM 6]] racks and multiple [[Machine Gun]]s support the main weapon. A pair of [[Large Pulse Laser]]s provide accurate long-range fire. Finally, a single [[Active Probe]] helps prevent ambushes. BV (2.0) = 2,708<ref name=RG19p10/> *; Alternate Configuration B : Mounting paired [[Large Pulse Laser]]s and six [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, the B-configuration is capable of highly accurate fire even while utilizing its four [[Jump Jet]]s to seek cover and firing positions. A [[Targeting Computer]] provides additional firing assistance. BV (2.0) = 3,303<ref name=RG19p10/> *; Alternate Configuration C : The C-configuration is designed for holding the line with direct fire weapons. Quadruple [[ER Large Laser]]s and an [[LRM 15]] allow the ''Iron Cheetah'' to strike at extreme ranges. Four [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and two [[Streak SRM 2]]s handle any opponents who manage to close into shorter distances. Eight additional [[Double Heat Sinks]] handle the extra waste heat. BV (2.0) = 2,915<ref name=RG19p10/> *; Alternate Configuration D : Configuration D mounts an eclectic assortment of weapons that manage to complement each other fairly well. A single Gauss rifle and paired [[ER Large Laser]]s let this configuration punch holes in the enemy. Once the target's armor is in tatters, the D-Configuration can bring its massive [[LB 20-X AC]] into play, where its cluster ammunition can devastate internal components. An [[ECM Suite]] provides defense against enemy electronics. BV (2.0) = 2,871<ref name=RG19p10/> *; Alternate Configuration L: Configuration L was created using advanced technology. A [[Supercharger]] allows the ''Iron Cheetah'' to hit speeds greater than 85 km/h. A massive [[HAG 40]] provides devastating short-range and long-range punch. The main weapon is supported by a [[Large Pulse Laser]] at longer ranges, while two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and four [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]]s add significant short-range damage. A [[Light Active Probe]] helps prevent ambushes, and [[CASE II]] protects the right torso and left arm from the explosive components. BV (2.0) = 3,416<ref name=RG19p10/> ==Notes== * The ''Iron Cheetah'' Prime and Configurations A–D originally appeared in ''[[MechForce Quarterly]]''.<ref>''MechForce Quarterly'', Volume 1, Issue 4, pp. 13–16</ref> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * [[MechForce Quarterly#MechForce_Quarterly#Volume 1, Issue 4|''MechForce Quarterly'', Volume 1, Issue 4]] * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 19]]'' [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:OmniMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:100 ton BattleMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:Clan Smoke Jaguar BattleMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs|Iron Cheetah]] [[Category:Clan OmniMechs|Iron Cheetah]]

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