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Developed by [[New Samarkand Small Arms]] in [[2436]],<ref name=TMp267>''TechManual'', p. 267: "Particle Projector Cannon (Support)"</ref> as well as a larger version by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2470]],<ref name=TM301/> the '''Support Particle Projector Cannon''', also known as '''Support PPC''' or '''S-PPC''', is the heaviest support weapon available to [[infantry]] units. Adapted from the [[Particle Projection Cannon]] normally mounted on [[Combat Vehicle|vehicles]], the sheer firepower unleashed by an S-PPC makes it an effective weapon for combating [[BattleMechs]].<ref name=TRO3026/><ref name=LOSp44>''LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 44: "Support Particle Cannon"</ref> | Developed by [[New Samarkand Small Arms]] in [[2436]],<ref name=TMp267>''TechManual'', p. 267: "Particle Projector Cannon (Support)"</ref> as well as a larger version by the [[Terran Hegemony]] in [[2470]],<ref name=TM301/> the '''Support Particle Projector Cannon''', also known as '''Support PPC''' or '''S-PPC''', is the heaviest support weapon available to [[infantry]] units. Adapted from the [[Particle Projection Cannon]] normally mounted on [[Combat Vehicle|vehicles]], the sheer firepower unleashed by an S-PPC makes it an effective weapon for combating [[BattleMechs]].<ref name=TRO3026/><ref name=LOSp44>''LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 44: "Support Particle Cannon"</ref> | ||
| − | There are two types of Support PPCs: those that must be carried or towed by vehicle, and those that are capable of being handheld with some assistance ('''Semi-Portable''').<ref name=TMp351-352>''TechManual'', pp. 351–352: "Conventional Infantry Weapons"</ref> | + | There are two types of Support PPCs: those that must be carried or towed by vehicle, and those that are capable of being handheld with some assistance ('''Semi-Portable''' or '''SP-PPC''').<ref name=TMp351-352>''TechManual'', pp. 351–352: "Conventional Infantry Weapons"</ref> |
==Support PPC== | ==Support PPC== | ||
| − | The Support PPC has several drawbacks which limits its use, first of which is that its sheer size and weight prevents it from being carried by foot infantry. This requires the weapon to be towed by a vehicle in order to keep up with an active battlefield, but given the dangerous nature of the S-PPC, enemy units usually designate them as priority targets in the opening stages of a fight. The S-PPC is also expensive and requires the use of a special [[Support PPC Power Pack|battery]] to meet its energy needs. For this reason, the weapon is almost always employed from some type of fortified emplacement such as a pillbox or trench.<ref name=TRO3026/><ref name=LOSp44/> Also, because of the long recharge time between shots, many troopers prefer other faster-firing support weapons.<ref name=ToWp276>''A Time of War'', p. 276: "Support Energy Weapons"</ref> | + | The Support PPC has several drawbacks which limits its use, first of which is that its sheer size and weight (1,800 kg) prevents it from being carried by foot infantry. This requires the weapon to be towed by a vehicle in order to keep up with an active battlefield, but given the dangerous nature of the S-PPC, enemy units usually designate them as priority targets in the opening stages of a fight. The S-PPC is also expensive and requires the use of a special [[Support PPC Power Pack|battery]] to meet its energy needs. For this reason, the weapon is almost always employed from some type of fortified emplacement such as a pillbox or trench.<ref name=TRO3026/><ref name=LOSp44/> Also, because of the long recharge time between shots, many troopers prefer other faster-firing support weapons.<ref name=ToWp276>''A Time of War'', p. 276: "Support Energy Weapons"</ref> |
| − | ===Snub Nosed Support PPC=== | + | ===Snub-Nosed Support PPC=== |
The [[Draconis Combine]] released the infantry support version of the [[Snub-Nose PPC]] in [[3082]], reducing the weight to 1,600 kg and only needing three crew to operate. While the damage output compared to the standard model was identical, its firing range had been reduced, and the weight savings was essentially its only saving grace.<ref name=ToWCp177-195>''A Time of War Companion'', pp. 177, 195</ref> | The [[Draconis Combine]] released the infantry support version of the [[Snub-Nose PPC]] in [[3082]], reducing the weight to 1,600 kg and only needing three crew to operate. While the damage output compared to the standard model was identical, its firing range had been reduced, and the weight savings was essentially its only saving grace.<ref name=ToWCp177-195>''A Time of War Companion'', pp. 177, 195</ref> | ||
==Semi-Portable PPC== | ==Semi-Portable PPC== | ||
| − | The '''Man-Pack Particle Cannon''', often abbreviated '''M-PPC''', is a scaled down version of the vehicle-mounted PPC that allows an individual soldier with a exoskeleton or special M-PPC waldo unit to use the gun as though it were a regular rifle. The weapon can be fired in either single shots or bursts. Two crewmen can also operate it together with a bipod.<ref name=TRO3026/> The M-PPC was used mostly by elite [[Commando (Infantry)|commando]] units as a result of the size and cost making it impractical for standard military operations.<ref name=LOSp43>''LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 43: "Semi-Portable Particle Cannon"</ref> | + | The '''Man-Pack Particle Cannon''', often abbreviated '''M-PPC''', is a scaled down version of the vehicle-mounted PPC that allows an individual soldier with a [[exoskeleton]] or a [[gyroscopic harness]] such as the special M-PPC waldo unit to use the gun as though it were a regular rifle. The weapon can be fired in either single shots or bursts. Two crewmen can also operate it together with a bipod.<ref name=TRO3026/> The M-PPC was used mostly by elite [[Commando (Infantry)|commando]] units as a result of the size and cost making it impractical for standard military operations.<ref name=LOSp43>''LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 43: "Semi-Portable Particle Cannon"</ref> |
===Battle Armor=== | ===Battle Armor=== | ||
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' (1987) originally | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' (1987) originally used "Semi-Portable" for heavier Support PPCs of at least 200 kg that required vehicle tow. ''[[LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]'' (2000) and ''[[TechManual]]'' (2007) updated this term to reflect what is described in the article. |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | + | Snub-Nosed Support PPC AToWComp.jpg|Snub-Nosed Support PPC | |
| − | + | Support PPC CBTComp.jpg|Support PPC (S-PPC) | |
| + | Semi-Portable Particle Gun TRO3026.jpg|Semi-Portable Particle Cannon (SP-PPC) | ||
| + | Man-Pack Particle Gun TRO3026.jpg|Man-Pack Particle Cannon (M-PPC) | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
Latest revision as of 22:23, 27 January 2024
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| Particle Cannon (Support) | |
| Production information | |
| Type | Energy |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere / Clan[1] |
| Year Introduced | 2470 (TH)[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 1,800 kg |
| Infantry Crew | 5[1] |
| Cost (unloaded) | 45,000 C-bills[2] |
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| Particle Cannon (Semi-Portable) | |
| Production information | |
| Type | Energy |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere / Clan[1] |
| Year Introduced | 2436 (DC)[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 40 kg |
| Infantry Crew | 1–2[1][3] |
| Cost (unloaded) | 7,000 C-bills[2] |
Description[edit]
Developed by New Samarkand Small Arms in 2436,[4] as well as a larger version by the Terran Hegemony in 2470,[2] the Support Particle Projector Cannon, also known as Support PPC or S-PPC, is the heaviest support weapon available to infantry units. Adapted from the Particle Projection Cannon normally mounted on vehicles, the sheer firepower unleashed by an S-PPC makes it an effective weapon for combating BattleMechs.[3][5]
There are two types of Support PPCs: those that must be carried or towed by vehicle, and those that are capable of being handheld with some assistance (Semi-Portable or SP-PPC).[6]
Support PPC[edit]
The Support PPC has several drawbacks which limits its use, first of which is that its sheer size and weight (1,800 kg) prevents it from being carried by foot infantry. This requires the weapon to be towed by a vehicle in order to keep up with an active battlefield, but given the dangerous nature of the S-PPC, enemy units usually designate them as priority targets in the opening stages of a fight. The S-PPC is also expensive and requires the use of a special battery to meet its energy needs. For this reason, the weapon is almost always employed from some type of fortified emplacement such as a pillbox or trench.[3][5] Also, because of the long recharge time between shots, many troopers prefer other faster-firing support weapons.[7]
Snub-Nosed Support PPC[edit]
The Draconis Combine released the infantry support version of the Snub-Nose PPC in 3082, reducing the weight to 1,600 kg and only needing three crew to operate. While the damage output compared to the standard model was identical, its firing range had been reduced, and the weight savings was essentially its only saving grace.[8]
Semi-Portable PPC[edit]
The Man-Pack Particle Cannon, often abbreviated M-PPC, is a scaled down version of the vehicle-mounted PPC that allows an individual soldier with a exoskeleton or a gyroscopic harness such as the special M-PPC waldo unit to use the gun as though it were a regular rifle. The weapon can be fired in either single shots or bursts. Two crewmen can also operate it together with a bipod.[3] The M-PPC was used mostly by elite commando units as a result of the size and cost making it impractical for standard military operations.[9]
Battle Armor[edit]
The Support PPC was developed long before the introduction of battle armor suits in the Inner Sphere. While technically easy to adapt the S-PPC to be mounted on the new platforms, battle armor did not start carrying particle projector cannons until the Draconis Combine introduced the Void suit in 3067.[4] Since then the weapon has been mounted on the Combine's Kanazuchi,[10] along with the Word of Blake's Shedu[11] and Nephilim[12] and the Taurian Concordat's Asterion.[13]
Notes[edit]
- Technical Readout: 3026 (1987) originally used "Semi-Portable" for heavier Support PPCs of at least 200 kg that required vehicle tow. LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide (2000) and TechManual (2007) updated this term to reflect what is described in the article.
Gallery[edit]
Snub-Nosed Support PPC
Support PPC (S-PPC)
Semi-Portable Particle Cannon (SP-PPC)
Man-Pack Particle Cannon (M-PPC)
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 TechManual, p. 351: "Conventional Infantry Weapons"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 TechManual, p. 301: "Conventional Infantry Weapons"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 Technical Readout: 3026, p. 110: "Weapons - Particle Projector Cannon"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 TechManual, p. 267: "Particle Projector Cannon (Support)"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide, p. 44: "Support Particle Cannon"
- ↑ TechManual, pp. 351–352: "Conventional Infantry Weapons"
- ↑ A Time of War, p. 276: "Support Energy Weapons"
- ↑ A Time of War Companion, pp. 177, 195
- ↑ LosTech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide, p. 43: "Semi-Portable Particle Cannon"
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 73
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 40: "Shedu Assault Battle Armor"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 38: "Nephilim Assault Battle Armor"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 27: "Trinity Medium Battle Armor"