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| image = OPO-3_Opossum.png | | image = OPO-3_Opossum.png | ||
| name = ''Opossum'' SalvageMech MOD | | name = ''Opossum'' SalvageMech MOD | ||
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| Equipment = 1 x [[Salvage Arm]] | | Equipment = 1 x [[Salvage Arm]] | ||
| BV (1.0) = | | BV (1.0) = | ||
− | | BV (2.0) = 239<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', | + | | BV (2.0) = 239<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', pp. 24–25: "''Opossum'' SalvageMech MOD"</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
− | The '''''Opossum''''' is [[DiNapoli Industries]]' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 234 | + | The '''''Opossum''''' is [[DiNapoli Industries]]' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 234: "Jon Roberson"</ref> |
In [[3131]], [[21st Centauri Lancers]] technician [[Jon Roberson]] was permitted to modify his ''Opossum'' to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified ''Opossum'' performed well against unmarked attackers on [[Ventabren]], catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be [[Bannson Universal Unlimited]]. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications. The OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> | In [[3131]], [[21st Centauri Lancers]] technician [[Jon Roberson]] was permitted to modify his ''Opossum'' to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified ''Opossum'' performed well against unmarked attackers on [[Ventabren]], catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be [[Bannson Universal Unlimited]]. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications. The OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/> | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
− | *; OPO-2 : The original ''Opossum'' SalvageMech carries, instead of the light AC/2, a [[Spot Welder|spot welder]] and a [[Beagle Active Probe]]. It was introduced in [[3110]]. BV (2.0) = 240.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 86 | + | *; OPO-2 : The original ''Opossum'' SalvageMech carries, instead of the light AC/2, a [[Spot Welder|spot welder]] and a [[Beagle Active Probe]]. It was introduced in [[3110]]. BV (2.0) = 240.<ref name=TRO:Ip24-25/><ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 86: "''Opossum'' SalvageMech OPO-3"</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
− | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
− | *''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]'' | + | * ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]'' |
− | *''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]'' |
Revision as of 12:36, 13 May 2022
Opossum SalvageMech MOD | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | DiNapoli Industries |
Model | OPO-3 |
Class | Light |
Introduced | 3131[1] |
Technical specifications | |
'Mech type | Inner Sphere IndustrialMech |
Mass | 25 tons |
Chassis | IM Heavy II |
Armor | StrongArm III Heavy Industrial Armor |
Engine | InterComBust 75 ICE |
Communications System | Garret T10B |
Targeting Tracking System | Apple Churchill 2000 |
Heat Sinks | 1 |
Speed | 54 km/h |
Armament |
1 x Light AC/2 |
BV (2.0) | 239[2] |
Contents
Description
The Opossum is DiNapoli Industries' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.[2][3]
In 3131, 21st Centauri Lancers technician Jon Roberson was permitted to modify his Opossum to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified Opossum performed well against unmarked attackers on Ventabren, catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be Bannson Universal Unlimited. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications. The OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.[2]
Weapons and Equipment
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD wields a light AC/2 that takes up much of the right arm, assisted by an advanced fire control system. Its left arm, a salvage arm, remains dedicated to the 'Mech's original purpose. Heavy industrial armor keeps the Opossum somewhat protected.[2]
Variants
- OPO-2
- The original Opossum SalvageMech carries, instead of the light AC/2, a spot welder and a Beagle Active Probe. It was introduced in 3110. BV (2.0) = 240.[2][4]
Design Quirks
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD is subject to the following Design Quirk:[2]
Notable Pilots
Notes
The Opossum was originally introduced by WizKids in the MechWarrior: Dark Age Collectable Miniatures Game, where it was only known by the name SalvageMech. The publication of Technical Readout: Irregulars gave it BattleTech stats and its new name.
Gallery
OPO-3 Opossum MOD from TRO:I
SalvageMech MOD from MechWarrior: Dark Age's miniature set Falcon's Prey