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|image = Cuirass.jpg
 
|image = Cuirass.jpg
 
|name = ''Cuirass''
 
|name = ''Cuirass''
|manufacturer = [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+">''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental'', pp. 26–27: "CDR-1X Cuirass"</ref>
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|manufacturer = [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+">''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental'', pp. 26-27, "CDR-1X Cuirass"</ref>
 
|production year = 3086
 
|production year = 3086
 
|year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/769/cuirass-cdr-1x/MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|year reference = <ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/769/cuirass-cdr-1x/MUL online entry for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
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* 1x [[RAC/5]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><br>
 
* 1x [[RAC/5]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><br>
 
* 1x [[ER medium laser]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><br>
 
* 1x [[ER medium laser]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><br>
* 1x [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
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* 1x [[Sword]]<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
 
|BV (1.0)=
 
|BV (1.0)=
 
|BV (2.0)= 1,301<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><ref name="MUL1"/>
 
|BV (2.0)= 1,301<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/><ref name="MUL1"/>
 
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==Description==
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== Description ==
 
Built on the same chassis as the ''[[Sentry]]'' and ''[[Watchman]]'' BattleMechs, the '''''Cuirass''''' is designed for the cavalry role. Its higher ground speed allows it to quickly strike at an enemy formation's flanks and withdraw. Though slower than lighter cavalry units, the 180 meter jump range offsets this disadvantage. To make room for the weapons and engine, the ''Cuirass'' uses an [[XL gyro]], [[XL engine]], and [[endo steel]] construction. [[CASE]] protected the autocannon ammunition, but pilots should remember that the eight tons of armor is not enough to stop heavy weapons fire. The use of the extralight engine and gyro also make the 'Mech vulnerable to penetrating armor shots. Another drawback is the use of single heat sinks on the 'Mech, and although this reduces cost, MechWarriors who are careless with their heat management can quickly find themselves shut down.<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
 
Built on the same chassis as the ''[[Sentry]]'' and ''[[Watchman]]'' BattleMechs, the '''''Cuirass''''' is designed for the cavalry role. Its higher ground speed allows it to quickly strike at an enemy formation's flanks and withdraw. Though slower than lighter cavalry units, the 180 meter jump range offsets this disadvantage. To make room for the weapons and engine, the ''Cuirass'' uses an [[XL gyro]], [[XL engine]], and [[endo steel]] construction. [[CASE]] protected the autocannon ammunition, but pilots should remember that the eight tons of armor is not enough to stop heavy weapons fire. The use of the extralight engine and gyro also make the 'Mech vulnerable to penetrating armor shots. Another drawback is the use of single heat sinks on the 'Mech, and although this reduces cost, MechWarriors who are careless with their heat management can quickly find themselves shut down.<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
  
==Weapons and Equipment==
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== Weapons and Equipment ==
The ''Cuirass''' main armament is the [[RAC/5]] carried in the left arm. Identical to the weapon used on the ''[[Legionnaire]]'' and ''[[Blade]]'' BattleMechs, this weapon can easily knock smaller opponents right off their feet. Three tons of [[CASE]]-protected ammunition keeps the ''Cuirass'' fighting for a long time. Unlike the ''Legionnaire'', the ''Cuirass'' can close with an enemy unit and finish it off with either its [[ER medium laser]] or, if it needs to cool down, the two ton [[Sword (weapon)|sword]] mounted in the right arm.<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
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The ''Cuirass''' main armament is the [[RAC/5]] carried in the left arm. Identical to the weapon used on the ''[[Legionnaire]]'' and ''[[Blade]]'' BattleMechs, this weapon can easily knock smaller opponents right off their feet. Three tons of [[CASE]]-protected ammunition keeps the ''Cuirass'' fighting for a long time. Unlike the ''Legionnaire'', the ''Cuirass'' can close with an enemy unit and finish it off with either its [[ER medium laser]] or, if it needs to cool down, the two ton [[sword]] mounted in the right arm.<ref name="TRO:3085Sp26+"/>
  
==Variants==
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== Variants ==
*; CDR-2BC3 : This version of the ''Cuirass'', introduced in [[Introduction Year::3119]],<ref name="MUL2"/> uses [[double heat sink]]s to address the heat issue of the original design. It also removes the standard weaponry and replaces it with four [[Magshot]]s, an [[ER small laser]], and two [[medium X-Pulse laser]]s, and the sword is replaced with a [[Vibroblade_#BattleMech|medium vibroblade]]. This version also carries a [[C3 boosted slave]] to share targeting information with friendly forces. BV (2.0) = 990<ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6922/cuirass-cdr-2bc3 /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2BC3 variant]''</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 103</ref>
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*; CDR-2BC3 : This version of the ''Cuirass'', introduced in [[Introduction Year::3119]]<ref name="MUL2"/>, uses [[double heat sink]]s to address the heat issue of the original design. It also removes the standard weaponry and replaces it with four [[Magshot]]s, an [[ER small laser]], and two [[medium X-Pulse laser]]s, and the [[sword]] is replaced with a [[Vibroblade_#BattleMech|medium vibroblade]]. This version also carries a [[C3 boosted slave]] to share targeting information with friendly forces. BV (2.0) = 990<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 103</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6922/cuirass-cdr-2bc3 /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2BC3 variant]''</ref>
  
*; CDR-2X : This ''Cuirass'' variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3134]],<ref name="MUL3"/> carries a [[Vibroblade_#BattleMech|medium vibroblade]] and [[heavy PPC]], supported by a [[small re-engineered laser]]. Like the CDR-2BC3, this model also uses [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,226<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 104</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6921/cuirass-cdr-2x /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2X variant]''</ref>
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*; CDR-2X : This ''Cuirass'' variant, developed in [[Introduction Year::3134]]<ref name="MUL3"/> ,carries a [[Vibroblade_#BattleMech|medium vibroblade]] and [[heavy PPC]], supported by a [[small re-engineered laser]]. Like the CDR-2BC3, this model also uses [[double heat sink]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,226<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 104</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6921/cuirass-cdr-2x /MUL online entry for the Cuirass CDR-2X variant]''</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
The ''Cuirass'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Cuirass Entry</ref>
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The ''Cuirass'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 BattleMech Quirk Table - Cuirass Entry.</ref>
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
 
* [[Easy to Maintain]]
  
==Notable Pilots==
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== Notable Pilots ==
 
* Duke [[Aaron Sandoval (32nd c.)|Aaron Sandoval]], the leader of the [[Swordsworn]] faction, piloted a ''Cuirass'' from 3135 onwards.
 
* Duke [[Aaron Sandoval (32nd c.)|Aaron Sandoval]], the leader of the [[Swordsworn]] faction, piloted a ''Cuirass'' from 3135 onwards.
  
==Notes==
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== Notes ==
 
This 'Mech was introduced in ''MechWarrior: Age of Destruction'' as Duke Aaron Sandoval's BattleMech, but wasn't given stats or fluff information until ''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental''.
 
This 'Mech was introduced in ''MechWarrior: Age of Destruction'' as Duke Aaron Sandoval's BattleMech, but wasn't given stats or fluff information until ''Technical Readout: 3085 Supplemental''.
 
   
 
   
=='Mech Gallery==
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== 'Mech Gallery ==
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
 
Image:Mechcuirass-c1.jpg
 
Image:Mechcuirass-c1.jpg
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
==References==
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== References ==
 
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==Bibliography==
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== Bibliography ==
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]]''
 
* ''[[Mechwarrior: Age of Destruction]]''

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