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| − | Built on a [[composite chassis]] and equipped with a [[small cockpit]], [[XL gyro]], [[XXL engine]], the ''Cricket'' carries a pair of [[light PPC]]s tied into an advanced [[targeting computer]]. 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". | + | Built on a [[Composite internal structure|composite chassis]] and equipped with a [[small cockpit]], [[XL gyro]], [[XXL engine]], the ''Cricket'' carries a pair of [[light PPC]]s tied into an advanced [[targeting computer]]. 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". |
Twin [[light PPC]]s are tied into a targeting computer, allowing the ''Cricket'' to provide long range fire and move out quickly. | Twin [[light PPC]]s are tied into a targeting computer, allowing the ''Cricket'' to provide long range fire and move out quickly. | ||
Revision as of 11:00, 29 June 2022
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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[2] |
| Armor | Durallex Ballistic Reinforced Armor |
| Engine | GM 210 XXL |
| 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 |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,169[2] |
Contents
Description
The Cricket 'Mech was developed by the DCMS as a raider and harrasser. 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
Built on a composite chassis and equipped with a small cockpit, XL gyro, XXL engine, the Cricket carries a pair of light PPCs tied into an advanced targeting computer. 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".
Twin light PPCs are tied into a targeting computer, allowing the Cricket to provide long range fire and move out quickly.
Variants
There are no variants of the Cricket.
Design Quirks
References
- ↑ MUL online date for the Cricket
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6, p. 4