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|armor=Type 2 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]]
 
|armor=Type 2 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]]
 
|engine=140 Standard
 
|engine=140 Standard
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|comsys=Unknown
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|comsys=[[Mercer 973]] (Only confirmed for ''Howler (Baboon) 2'')<ref name=TRO3055p104/>
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|T&T=Unknown
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|T&T=[[GEG Pattern 490]]/1 (Only confirmed for ''Howler (Baboon) 2'')<ref name=TRO3055p104/>
 
|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
 
|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
 
|speed=119
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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Although this simian-looking [[BattleMech]] was conceived as a [[Totem 'Mech]] for [[Clan Fire Mandrill]],<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> in the [[Inner Sphere]] (where it was given the reporting name '''''Baboon''''') the '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. It is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an [[Endo Steel]] structure and three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.
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Although this simian-looking [[BattleMech]] was conceived as a [[Totem 'Mech]] for [[Clan Fire Mandrill]],<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> in the [[Inner Sphere]] (where it was given the reporting name '''''Baboon''''') the '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. It is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its good speed and armament is made possible by the use of an [[Endo Steel]] structure and three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*;''Howler'' 2 : The ''Howler'' was redesigned by [[Clan Steel Viper]] scientists to improve their light, second-line units. A smaller, [[Extralight Engine]] provides the space for four [[ATM 3]]s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the [['Mech]]'s running speed is reduced, it uses [[MASC]] to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757<ref name=MUL66/>
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*;''Howler'' 2 : The ''Howler'' was redesigned by [[Clan Steel Viper]] scientists to improve their light second-line units, after the Clan was expelled from the [[Inner Sphere]] by Clan Jade Falcon. A smaller, [[Extralight Engine]] provides the space for four [[ATM 3]]s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the [['Mech]]'s running speed is reduced, it uses [[MASC]] to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757<ref name=MUL66/>
  
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*;''Howler'' 3 ("Devil") : [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientists refitted many captured ''Howler'' 2s with an [[ER PPC]] and a [[Targeting Computer]], turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton ''[[Devil]]'', a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early ''Howler''s Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 104</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref name=MUL66/> Later intelligence showed that the Snow Ravens did make a 30 ton version named the ''[[Devil]]''.<ref name=rg8p6>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 6</ref>
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*;''Howler'' 3 ("Devil") : [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientists refitted captured ''Howler'' 2s with an [[ER PPC]] and a [[Targeting Computer]], turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton ''[[Devil]]'', a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early ''Howler''s Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.<ref name=TRO3055p104>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 104</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref name=MUL66/>
  
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*;''Howler'' 4 : Developed by the Jade Falcons, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. BV (2.0) = 506<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 22</ref>
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*;''Howler'' 4 : Developed by Clan Jade Falcon, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. It is prominently used as a trainer. BV (2.0) = 506<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 22</ref>
  
 
*;''Howler'' 5 : The standard ''Howler'' chassis has had its LRMs removed and six [[ER Medium Laser]]s are fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 23</ref>
 
*;''Howler'' 5 : The standard ''Howler'' chassis has had its LRMs removed and six [[ER Medium Laser]]s are fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 23</ref>
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Baboon_JFSBp097.png|''Howler'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
 
Baboon_JFSBp097.png|''Howler'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
 
Battle of Coventry (9).jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[The Battle of Coventry (scenario pack)|The Battle of Coventry]]''
 
Battle of Coventry (9).jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[The Battle of Coventry (scenario pack)|The Battle of Coventry]]''
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Devil.jpg|''Howler 3'' (falsely classified as TZ-1 ''Devil'') from ''[[1993 Update Flyer]]''
 
 
CCG Mercenaries Baboon.jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Mercenaries Baboon.jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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*[[1993 Update Flyer]]
 
 
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List]]''

Revision as of 04:29, 19 August 2021

Howler (Baboon)
Howler
Production information
Manufacturer Novy Minsky Armaments Plant, CJF Factory Zone 5
Production Year 2871[1]
Model Baboon
Class Light
Cost 1,826,240 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 20 tons
Chassis Type-A Endo Steel
Armor Type 2 Ferro-Fibrous w/ CASE
Engine 140 Standard
Communications System Mercer 973 (Only confirmed for Howler (Baboon) 2)[2]
Targeting Tracking System GEG Pattern 490/1 (Only confirmed for Howler (Baboon) 2)[2]
Heat Sinks 10 Double Heat Sinks
Speed 119 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 587
BV (2.0) 645[3]


Description

Although this simian-looking BattleMech was conceived as a Totem 'Mech for Clan Fire Mandrill,[4] in the Inner Sphere (where it was given the reporting name Baboon) the Howler was first observed among Clan Jade Falcon second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. It is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its good speed and armament is made possible by the use of an Endo Steel structure and three tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor.

Weapons and Equipment

The Howler is a potent missile boat for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three LRM-5 launchers and three tons of ammunition. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.[4]

Variants

  • Howler 2 
    The Howler was redesigned by Clan Steel Viper scientists to improve their light second-line units, after the Clan was expelled from the Inner Sphere by Clan Jade Falcon. A smaller, Extralight Engine provides the space for four ATM 3s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the 'Mech's running speed is reduced, it uses MASC to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757[3]
  • Howler 3 ("Devil") 
    Clan Snow Raven scientists refitted captured Howler 2s with an ER PPC and a Targeting Computer, turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton Devil, a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early Howlers Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277[3]
  • Howler 4 
    Developed by Clan Jade Falcon, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. It is prominently used as a trainer. BV (2.0) = 506[5]
  • Howler 5 
    The standard Howler chassis has had its LRMs removed and six ER Medium Lasers are fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363[6]
  • Howler 6 
    Another close range combatant, this Howler variant carries a pair of SRM-6s in a Shoulder Turret. Two tons of ammunition are carried in a CASE II protected bay. BV (2.0) = 550[7]

Design Quirks

The Howler has the following Design Quirk:[8]

Related Designs

Notes

In German products the unit's proper Clan name was perfectly translated to Heuler. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was also perfectly translated to Pavian.

Gallery

References

  1. ↑ MUL online date for Howler (Baboon)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 104
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 66
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 4
  5. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 22
  6. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 23
  7. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 24
  8. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.
  9. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named rg8p6

Bibliography

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