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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Cricket RGilClan v06.png | |image=Cricket RGilClan v06.png | ||
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|feet=biped | |feet=biped | ||
|mass=30 | |mass=30 | ||
| − | |chassis= New Samarkand Class 22 | + | |chassis= [[New Samarkand Class 22]] [[composite chassis]]<ref name=rg6p4/> |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=[[Durallex Ballistic-Reinforced]] |
| − | |engine= GM 210 XXL | + | |engine= [[GM 210]] [[XXL engine]] |
| − | |comsys= | + | |comsys= [[Sipher CommSys 4]] |
| − | |T&T=Dynatec 990 with | + | |T&T=[[Dynatec 990]] with [[targeting computer]] |
| − | |heat sinks= | + | |heat sinks= [[double heat sink]]s |
|speed=118 | |speed=118 | ||
|speed with MASC=150 | |speed with MASC=150 | ||
| − | |jumpjets=[[Icarus 81]] | + | |jumpjets= [[Icarus 81]] |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament= 2x [[Light PPC]] |
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|BV (2.0)=1,169<ref name=rg6p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 4</ref> | |BV (2.0)=1,169<ref name=rg6p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 4</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Cricket''''' 'Mech was developed by the [[DCMS]] as a raider and | + | The '''''Cricket''''' 'Mech was developed by the [[DCMS]] as a raider and harasser. Originally it was named the ''Roweena'' after [[Roweena Kurita]], but the [[ISF]] suspected the designer was a [[Black Dragon Society]] sympathizer so a new name was assigned. The ''Cricket'' uses every weight saving technology possible to free enough room to have a high ground speed and pack on more armor. Capable of reaching over 150 km/h, it can also jump 180 meters at a time thanks to six [[jump jet]]s. Despite its high speed and jump capability, the ''Cricket'' is unpopular for scouting and recon as it has a cramped cockpit and no electronics. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | Built on a [[ | + | Built on a [[composite chassis]] and equipped with a [[small cockpit]], [[XL gyro]], and [[XXL engine]], the ''Cricket'' carries a pair of [[light PPC]]s tied into an advanced [[targeting computer]] to allow accurate long-ranged fire. The smaller, lighter equipment allows the ''Cricket'' to carry nine tons of [[ballistic reinforced armor]]. This makes it resistant to the weapons often employed by the [[AFFS]]. The downside to these advanced systems is increased maintenance times; The ''Cricket'' has developed a reputation as a "hangar queen". |
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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* [[Difficult to Maintain]] | * [[Difficult to Maintain]] | ||
* [[Weak Legs]] | * [[Weak Legs]] | ||
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| + | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| + | :''See [[:Category:Notable Cricket Pilots]]'' | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6]]'' | ||
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[[Category:BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]] | [[Category:BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]] | ||
[[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 10:25, 20 February 2024
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| Cricket | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Production Year | 3132[1] |
| Model | RWN-01 |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | New Samarkand Class 22 composite chassis[2] |
| Armor | Durallex Ballistic-Reinforced |
| Engine | GM 210 XXL engine |
| Communications System | Sipher CommSys 4 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Dynatec 990 with targeting computer |
| Heat Sinks | double heat sinks |
| Speed | 118 km/h (150 km/h with MASC) |
| Jump Jets | Icarus 81 |
| Armament |
2x Light PPC |
| BV (2.0) | 1,169[2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Cricket 'Mech was developed by the DCMS as a raider and harasser. Originally it was named the Roweena after Roweena Kurita, but the ISF suspected the designer was a Black Dragon Society sympathizer so a new name was assigned. The Cricket uses every weight saving technology possible to free enough room to have a high ground speed and pack on more armor. Capable of reaching over 150 km/h, it can also jump 180 meters at a time thanks to six jump jets. Despite its high speed and jump capability, the Cricket is unpopular for scouting and recon as it has a cramped cockpit and no electronics.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Built on a composite chassis and equipped with a small cockpit, XL gyro, and XXL engine, the Cricket carries a pair of light PPCs tied into an advanced targeting computer to allow accurate long-ranged fire. The smaller, lighter equipment allows the Cricket to carry nine tons of ballistic reinforced armor. This makes it resistant to the weapons often employed by the AFFS. The downside to these advanced systems is increased maintenance times; The Cricket has developed a reputation as a "hangar queen".
Variants[edit]
There are no variants of the Cricket.
Design Quirks[edit]
Notable Pilots[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Cricket
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 4