Editing Carbine

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
| image = Carbine ConstructionMech.jpg
| name = ''Carbine''
| manufacturer = [[Bluth Corporation]]
| model= CON-7
| Use = ConstructionMech
| Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type=IndustrialMech
|feet=2
| cost = (estimated) 1,562,600 [[C-bill]]s
| introduced = [[2691]]<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/461/carbine-con-1-constructionmech MUL Profile for CON-1 Carbine ConstructionMech - Introduction Date Only. This is for purpose when first one came on line.]</ref>
| mass = 30
| chassis = Unspecified
| engine = [[Renault 120]] [[ICE]]
| comsys = [[Marconi 63-T]]
| T&T = None
| speed = 64.8
| armament = 
* 1x [[Lift Hoist|cargo lifter]]
* 1x [[backhoe]]
| heat sinks = None
| armor = [[Caterpillar IndusWeave]]
| equipment = 
| BV (1.0) = 235
| BV (2.0) = 198<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3894/carbine-con-7-constructionmech MUL Profile for CON-7 Carbine - BV2 and Introduction Date.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 57: CON-7 Carbine - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2</ref>
}}

==Description==
The ''Carbine'', also known simply as "ConstructionMech", was designed for industrial work such as building roads, digging, debris removal, and building construction.<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, Revised'', p. 210: CON-7 Carbine - "IN that he helps describes what the Carbine is and its purpose</ref>

The original CON-1 ''Carbine'' came off of Bluth's Little Rock factory on the North American continent of Terra in 2691. It took over 10 years to get the design created by Bluth into production due to a legal battle. Once in production however, the CON-1 was produced at a pace of dozens a week. In [[3028]] the CON-7 model was introduced, timed to the marriage of [[Melissa Steiner]] and [[Hanse Davion]] so as to attract the attention of all the Great Houses. However, the announcement of the [[Fourth Succession War]] put a slump in sales until after the war ended. The 'Mech was sold all throughout the [[Inner Sphere]] until [[3058]], when the [[Word of Blake]] seized [[Terra]], after which all sales ceased and all parts for the machine were removed from the market.

However, new CON-7s have appeared in [[Chaos March]] that have been produced after [[3058]].<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 210</ref> After the end of the [[Jihad]], [[Republic of the Sphere]] investigators discovered that the Word of Blake kept the design in production and made several armed versions to augment their militia forces.<ref name=trovar229>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 229</ref> These Blakist MODs represented the first mass conversion of IndustrialMechs for militarized MOD use.<ref name=TRO:Ip26>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 26: "''Carbine'' ConstructionMech MODs"</ref>

By [[3132]], the design was in use throughout the Inner Sphere. When the [[Dark Age|HPG Black Out]] occurred, many of these designs were converted over into makeshift combat 'Mechs.

==Weapons and Equipment==
The 30-ton [[IndustrialMech]] has an unusual design due to its hunchbacked profile. This unusual profile gives the illusion that its cockpit is mounted in front of the main body, while in reality it gave it the stability needed for handling heavy loads. As with all IndustrialMechs, the design uses civilian grade parts in its construction, which include an [[industrial cockpit]], and arms which are hung over the main body. This was done to provide the best possible lifting positions for its [[SteelTek]] [[lift hoist|cargolifter]] and [[Lonca]] [[backhoe]]. However, due to the nature of its work handling and digging, the design is unable to twist its torso and must turn its entire body to handle items or tasks.

The CON-7 model is powered by a [[Renault 120]]-rated [[internal combustion engine]] which allows the 'Mech move at a top speed of 64.8 km/h. Its hull is protected by three tons of [[Caterpillar IndusWeave]] [[industrial armor]], giving it enough protection for the hazardous construction sites in which it would be operating. However, the engine is noted for poor fuel efficiency.

Though not armed, the 'Mech can use its lift hoist and backhoe as melee weaponry in an emergency.<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, Revised'', pp. 210–211: CON-7 Carbine - "Stats and capacities of the CON-7, describing its abilities and features. Including the design quirks</ref>

===Cargo===
Its lift hoist is rated for 15 tons.

==Variants==
*; CON-1 (RL) : This armed variant of the ''Carbine'' trades the lift hoist and backhoe for five [[Rocket Launcher 15]] systems mounted across the torso. Three [[heat sink]]s keep the heat under control. This version lacks hand actuators, so physical attacks are more difficult. BV = 296<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 66</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7161/carbine-con-7m-constructionmech-mod MUL Profile for CON-1 Carbine (RL) - BV and Introduction Date.]</ref>

*; CON-7M ConstructionMech MOD : This version is the simplest possible MOD: It is a standard CON-7 ''Carbine'' with the lift hoist and backhoe replaced by pair of [[Rocket Launcher 15|15-tubed Rocket Launcher]] systems in each of its arms, as well as a single such launcher mounted in the left torso. Many were created in the [[Word of Blake Protectorate]], but with no fire control or reloads they were of very limited use in combat.<ref name=trovar229/> BV (2.0) = 306<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7161/carbine-con-7m-constructionmech-mod MUL Profile for CON-7M Carbine MOD - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 58: CON-7M Carbine MOD - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2</ref>

*; CON-8 : The variant was introduced in [[3066]]; it has [[heavy industrial armor]] and [[Industrial TSM]] that allows the CON-8 have double the lifting power of the CON-7. This 'Mech also has one-ton capacity [[extended fuel tank]], but this does not affect normal gameplay.<ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex'', p. 216</ref> BV (2.0) = 185<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 59: CON-8 Carbine - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2 for the upgraded civilian version of Carbine</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3895/carbine-con-8-constructionmechd MUL Profile for CON-8 Carbine - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref>

*; CON-8H : The HaulerMech variant of the CON-8, introduced during the [[FedCom Civil War]] period. This variant retains the CON-8's [[heavy industrial armor]], [[Industrial TSM]] and the one-ton capacity [[extended fuel tank]], but drops the backhoe in exchange for additional claw-like [[lift hoist]]s to help it perform its duties moving cargo and other heavy items. Additionally the design has two one-ton [[cargo bay]]s in each of its side torsos.  BV (2.0) = 185<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 60: CON-8H Carbine - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2 for the upgraded civilian version of Carbine</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7162/carbine-con-8h-haulermech MUL Profile for CON-8 Carbine - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref>

*; CON-9 ConstructionMech MOD : This Word of Blake upgrade uses a CON-7 as its base design. While not having the additional features of CON-8, its most noted change is the replacement of CON-7's [[industrial armor]] with [[BattleMech]]-grade [[standard armor]]. BV (2.0) = 246<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 61: CON-9 Carbine - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2 for Jihad era civilian version of the Carbine</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7163/carbine-con-9-constructionmech MUL Profile for CON-9 Carbine - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref>

*; CON-9M ConstructionMech MOD : The Word of Blake militarized version of the regular CON-9. It retains the civilian design specs which includes [[BattleMech]] armor, and was widely used by militia forces as an anti-infantry and missile support unit. It also retained the lift hoist, allowing it to remove obstacles on the battlefield. The CON-9 was used in last-ditch militia actions frequently during [[Operation SCOUR]]. The is variant is fitted with an [[advanced FCS]], giving military accuracy to the [[LRM-10]] launcher mounted in the center torso and pair of [[machine gun]]s fitted in place of the backhoe in right arm actuator. Both of the 'Mech's one-ton ammunition bins are in the right torso.<ref name=trovar229/> BV (2.0) = 289</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7164/carbine-con-9m-constructionmech-mod MUL Profile for CON-9M Carbine MOD - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 62: CON-9M Carbine MOD - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2 for LRM/Machine Gun version of the Carbine</ref>

*; CON-9M-B ConstructionMech MOD : A second militarized version of the CON-9M introduced during the [[Jihad]]. Like the 9M, this variant was also fitted with an [[advanced FCS]] and standard BattleMech armor. It is armed with singular with a [[light AC/5]] mounted in the in right arm with its two tons of ammunition, while the left arm's lift hoist is exchanged for hand actuator.<ref name=trovar229/> BV (2.0) = 293<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7165/carbine-con-9m-b-constructionmech-mod MUL Profile for CON-9M-B Carbine MOD - BV2 and Era it was operating in.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 63: CON-9M-B Carbine MOD - Record Sheet includes Stats and BV2 for LAC/5 version of the Carbine</ref>

*; CON-9M-D ConstructionMech MOD : A failed militarized CON-9M version developed by [[Jake's Discount Equipment Warehouse]]. Designers added [[ferro-fibrous armor]], light but of limited value, and [[double heat sink]]s. The latter, forced into an IndustrialMech chassis, proved unstable, leaving the 9M-D largely incapable of long-term operation. The CON-9M-D is armed with two [[machine gun]]s and two [[SRM-4]] launchers. BV (2.0) = 257<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor'', p. 4</ref>

*; CON-9M-J ConstructionMech MOD : Introduced in the Dark Age, this variant puts a pair of [[SRM-4]] launchers in the center torso, supplemented by a pair of [[machine gun]]s in the right arm. All ammunition is stored in the right torso. An [[advanced FCS]] is present. BV (2.0) = 271<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 88</ref>

*; CON-9M-JB ConstructionMech MOD : Developed by [[Jake's Discount Equipment Warehouse]], this variant uses an 11 ton ICE engine to reach a top speed of 86 km/h. It has [[advanced FCS]] to guide the four [[heavy machine gun]]s that are installed into a [[Machine Gun Array]] in the right arm. Three tons of [[heavy industrial armor]] protects the 'Mech. BV (2.0) = 302<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 27</ref>

===Custom Variants===
*; CON-9M ''Carbine'' "Karenna" : Used by [[Steel Wolves]] freeborn [[Karenna]], removed from active duty in [[3133]], this variant of the CON-9M wields a [[lift hoist]] and a [[light AC/5]]. Karenna would grab enemy vehicles with the hoist and gleefully gun them down with the autocannon. BV (2.0) = 280<ref name=TRO:Ip26/><ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 90: "''Carbine'' CON-9M Karenna"</ref>

==Related IndustrialMechs==
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* ''ConstructionMech'' - This generic version was in use in the 3130s. Considered its own design, it used older 'Mech construction rules in its design. The 'Mech has standard armor, but has same equipment and speed as the ''Carbine''.<ref name=RSMWDA>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I''</ref> BV (1.0) = 231

* ''ConstructionMech MOD'' - First seen in the [[Dark Age]] year of [[3132]], this 'Mech has two and a half tons of standard armor, less than the non-MOD ConstructionMech. It is armed with two [[machine gun]]s with one ton ammo and an [[LRM-10]] launcher with one ton of ammunition.<ref name=RSMWDA /> BV (1.0) = 223
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==Design Quirks==
The ''Carbine'' features the following [[Design Quirks]]:
* [[Exposed Actuators]]
* [[Gas Hog]]
* [[Stable]]

==Notable Pilots==
:See: [[:Category:Notable Carbine Pilots]]

==Notes==
* ''Carbines'' first appeared as the ConstructionMech in original WizKids Dark Age Collectable Miniatures game. This generic version was not given actual name and initially it was considered to be its own design. This is due in part of tabletop version of this being created using older 'Mech construction rules in its design. The 'Mech has standard armor, but has same equipment and speed as the ''Carbine''.  This was later integrated in one in the same design.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Carbine MOD-JB TROI.png|CON-9M-JB ''Carbine'' MOD from ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]''
Carbine CON-9M-D XTROCE.png|CON-9M-J ''Carbine'' MOD from ''TRO:I'' and CON-9M-D ''Carbine'' MOD "Deluxe" from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor|XTRO:Caveat Emptor]]''
File:MWDA-DA076-ConstructionMech.jpg|''ConstructionMech'' miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior: Dark Age set]]
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
* ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor]]''
* ''[[Ghost War]]'' (novel)
* ''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Irregulars]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised]]''