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Line 1: − {{Update Needed|[[Shrapnel_(magazine)#Issue_14|Shrapnel #14]]}} − {{Otheruses|the 60-ton BattleMech|other uses|Dragon (disambiguation)}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png |image=Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png |name=''Dragon'' |name=''Dragon'' − |manufacturer=[[Luthien Armor Works]]<ref name=TRSWp108f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 108–109: "DRG-1N Dragon"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 --> + |manufacturer=[[Luthien Armor Works]] |production year=2754 |production year=2754 |year reference=<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 74</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 72–73</ref> |year reference=<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 74</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 72–73</ref> − |model=DRG-1N<ref name=TRSWp108f /> + |model=DRG-1N |cost= 5,036,800 C-bills |cost= 5,036,800 C-bills |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |Tech Base = Inner Sphere Line 13:
Line 11: |feet=biped |feet=biped |mass=60 |mass=60 − |chassis=[[Alshain Type 56-60H]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |chassis=Alshain Type 56-60H − |armor=[[Starshield]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |armor=Starshield − |engine=[[Vlar 300]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |engine=[[Vlar 300]] − |comsys=[[Sipher CommSys 3]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |comsys=[[Sipher CommSys 3]] − |T&T=[[Eagle Eye SY10-10]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |T&T=[[Eagle Eye SY10-10]] − |heat sinks=10 [[Heat Sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |heat sinks=10 − |speed=86 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |speed=86.4 − |armament= <!-- <ref name=TRSWp108f /> --> + |armament= *1x [[LRM-10]] *1x [[LRM-10]] − *1x [[autocannon/5]] + *1x [[Autocannon/5]] − * 2x [[medium laser]] + * 2x [[medium laser]]s |BV (1.0) = 952 |BV (1.0) = 952 − |BV (2.0) = 1,125<ref name=TRSWp108f /><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 142–143</ref> + |BV (2.0) = 1,125<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 142–143</ref> }} }} Line 33:
Line 31: Debuting in [[Introduction Year::2754]] during the twilight years of the [[Star League]], the ''Dragon'' was turned down by the [[SLDF]] in favor of an upgraded ''Shadow Hawk'', though it would be quietly picked up by the [[Draconis Combine]]. With the dissolution of the Star League and the onset of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the ''Dragon'' became the Combine's standard heavy 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3025/> Multiple production lines on many well-defended worlds, including [[Luthien]], meant the design was so prevalent every [[battalion]] and almost every [[company]] featured the ''Dragon'', with some battalions comprised of nothing but these 'Mechs. So many were produced that the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Lyran Commonwealth]] employed salvaged ''Dragon''s in their own arsenals, while many [[mercenary]] commands used captured or purchased models. The [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] would also adopt the 'Mech following their formation.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> Debuting in [[Introduction Year::2754]] during the twilight years of the [[Star League]], the ''Dragon'' was turned down by the [[SLDF]] in favor of an upgraded ''Shadow Hawk'', though it would be quietly picked up by the [[Draconis Combine]]. With the dissolution of the Star League and the onset of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the ''Dragon'' became the Combine's standard heavy 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3025/> Multiple production lines on many well-defended worlds, including [[Luthien]], meant the design was so prevalent every [[battalion]] and almost every [[company]] featured the ''Dragon'', with some battalions comprised of nothing but these 'Mechs. So many were produced that the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Lyran Commonwealth]] employed salvaged ''Dragon''s in their own arsenals, while many [[mercenary]] commands used captured or purchased models. The [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] would also adopt the 'Mech following their formation.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> − The beginning of the end came around [[3025]] when the ''[[Grand Dragon]]'', an improved version of the ''Dragon'', entered the prototype phase. By [[3040]], initial production had begun on this upgraded model with several ''Dragon'' factories switching over entirely to producing ''Grand Dragon''s. Even as the Combine was phasing it out of service the original ''Dragon'' was not wholly abandoned and it saw combat during the [[Clan Invasion]]. By [[Production Ceased::3065]] Luthien Armor Works had ceased production altogether on the ''Dragon'', though it would remain within the [[DCMS]]' inventory for some time.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 124</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 66</ref> + The beginning of the end came around [[3025]] when the ''[[Grand Dragon]]'', an improved version of the ''Dragon'', entered the prototype phase. By [[3040]] initial production had begun on this upgraded model with several ''Dragon'' factories switching over entirely to producing ''Grand Dragon''s. Even as the Combine was phasing it out of service the original ''Dragon'' was not wholly abandoned and it saw combat during the [[Clan Invasion]]. By [[Production Ceased::3065]] Luthien Armor Works had ceased production altogether on the ''Dragon'', though it would remain within the [[DCMS]]' inventory for some time.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 124</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 66</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Dragon'''s primary weapons are an [[Imperator-A]] [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm and [[Telos DecaCluster]] [[LRM-10]] launcher in the center torso, giving it respectable long-range damage capabilities as it charges forward. Additionally, the use of [[Long Range Missile]]s grants the ''Dragon'' indirect fire capabilities. Two tons of ammo for each weapon allows it to operate for extended periods away from supply lines. For close combat the ''Dragon'' carries two [[Victory 23R]] [[medium laser]]s, one rear-mounted in its torso and another in its left arm. The ''Dragon'' is also a proficient brawler, often finishing off an opponent with physical attacks, and its normally-delicate autocannon is wrapped in a thick protective sleeve for just such occasions.<ref name=IRS>''Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 16</ref><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> + The ''Dragon'''s primary weapons are an [[Imperator-A]] [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm and [[Telos DecaCluster]] [[LRM-10]] launcher in the center torso, giving it respectable long-range damage capabilities as it charges forward. Additionally, the use of [[Long Range Missile]]s grants the ''Dragon'' indirect fire capabilities. Two tons of ammo for each weapon allows it to operate for extended periods away from supply lines. For close combat the ''Dragon'' carries two [[Victory 23R]] [[medium laser]]s, one rear-mounted in its torso and another in its left arm. The ''Dragon'' is also a proficient brawler, often finishing off an opponent with physical attacks, and its normally-delicate autocannon is wrapped in a thick protective sleeve for just such occasions.<ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 16</ref><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; DRG-1C : The 1C ''Dragon'' replaces the Autocannon/5 with a longer range [[Autocannon/2]] and adds three additional tons of armor protection. This allows the ''Dragon'' to have an ever further direct fire reach, while reducing the direct fire capability at range by sixty percent.<ref>''BattleTech Record Sheets: 3025 & 3026'', p. 135</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,021, BV (2.0) = 1,215<ref name=MUL88>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 88</ref><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/908/dragon-drg-1c MUL entry for the DRG-1C ''Dragon'']</ref> + *;DRG-1C : The 1C ''Dragon'' replaces the Autocannon/5 with a longer range [[Autocannon/2]] and adds three additional tons of armor protection. This allows the ''Dragon'' to have an ever further direct fire reach, while reducing the direct fire capability at range by sixty percent. BV (1.0) = 1,021, BV (2.0) = 1,215<ref name=MUL88>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 88</ref> − *; DRG-5N : The 5N variant of the ''Dragon'' was used as a bridge between it and the ''Grand Dragon''. This field upgrade, which utilizes formerly [[lostech|lost technology]], upgrades its normal autocannon to an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], which is capable of firing at twice the rate of a standard model. Additionally, the rear-facing medium laser has been removed from the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,053, BV (2.0) = 1,223<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 148</ref> + *;DRG-5N : The 5N variant of the ''Dragon'' was used as a bridge between it and the ''Grand Dragon''. This field upgrade, which utilizes formerly [[lostech|lost technology]], upgrades its normal autocannon to an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], which is capable of firing at twice the rate of a standard model. Additionally, the rear-facing medium laser has been removed from the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,053, BV (2.0) = 1,223<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 148</ref> *; DRG-5Nr : A simple field refit used during the [[Jihad]], this version mounts a [[C3 slave]] unit in the torso and a second arm-mounted laser by removing the rear-firing model, while replacing the original autocannon with a [[light autocannon/5]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 88</ref> *; DRG-5Nr : A simple field refit used during the [[Jihad]], this version mounts a [[C3 slave]] unit in the torso and a second arm-mounted laser by removing the rear-firing model, while replacing the original autocannon with a [[light autocannon/5]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 88</ref> − *; DRG-7N : Debuting during the [[FedCom Civil War|civil war era]], the 7N boasts superior firepower in the form of a [[Gauss rifle]] in the right arm and an AC/5 in the left arm, with a traditional medium laser in the left torso (firing forward now) and an [[MRM-10]] launcher in place of the LRM launcher. The 'Mech is powered by an [[XL engine]] while its ammunition stores of sixteen Gauss slugs, twenty rounds of autocannon fire and twenty-four missile salvos, all stored in the right torso, are protected by [[CASE]]. BV: 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged: Inner sphere'', p. 150</ref> + *;DRG-7N : Debuting during the [[FedCom Civil War|civil war era]], the 7N boasts superior firepower in the form of a [[Gauss rifle]] in the right arm and an AC/5 in the left arm, with a traditional medium laser in the left torso (firing forward now) and an [[MRM-10]] launcher in place of the LRM launcher. The 'Mech is powered by an [[XL engine]] while its ammunition stores of sixteen Gauss slugs, twenty rounds of autocannon fire and twenty-four missile salvos, all stored in the right torso, are protected by [[CASE]]. BV: 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged: Inner sphere'', p. 150</ref> ===Custom Variants=== ===Custom Variants=== − *; DRG-2Y ''Dragon'' Yorioshi : The personal 'Mech of [[Benjamin Military District]] commander [[Tai-shu|Warlord]] [[Syovo Yorioshi]] during the [[DCMS]]'s [[Third Succession War]] [[The Galtor Campaign|invasion]] of [[Galtor III]], all the standard weaponry of a ''Dragon'' save the left-arm mounted medium laser has been removed. Instead a [[Large Laser]] is mounted in the right arm, a [[Small Laser]] in the head and an [[SRM-4]] and [[Flamer]] mounted where the LRM rack would normally be. With a single ton of SRM reloads, the weight saved allows five extra heat sinks to be carried and three more tons of armor to be added. BV (2.0) = 1,257<ref name="HTPG">''Historical Turning Points: Galtor'', p. 18</ref> + *;DRG-2Y ''Dragon'' Yorioshi : The personal 'Mech of [[Benjamin Military District]] commander [[Tai-shu|Warlord]] [[Syovo Yorioshi]] during the [[DCMS]]'s [[Third Succession War]] [[The Galtor Campaign|invasion]] of [[Galtor III]], all the standard weaponry of a ''Dragon'' save the left-arm mounted medium laser has been removed. Instead a [[Large Laser]] is mounted in the right arm, a [[Small Laser]] in the head and an [[SRM-4]] and [[Flamer]] mounted where the LRM rack would normally be. With a single ton of SRM reloads, the weight saved allows five extra heat sinks to be carried and three more tons of armor to be added. BV (2.0) = 1,257<ref name="HTPG">''Historical Turning Points: Galtor'', p. 18</ref> ===Apocryphal Variants=== ===Apocryphal Variants=== {{ApocryphalContentStart}} {{ApocryphalContentStart}} + ''From [[BattleTechnology]]:'' ''From [[BattleTechnology]]:'' − *; DRG-2N ''Puffing Dragon'': This is the version that [[Takashi Kurita]] piloted in [[3052]] during the defense of [[Luthien]]. Essentially an upgraded version of the ''1N'', it upgrades the [[AC/5]] to an [[Ultra AC/5]] and adds [[CASE]] to the right and left torso sections. The forward facing medium laser was dropped to free up the tonnage to do so. The [[heat sink]]s were upgraded to [[double heat sinks]] while the armor was reduced to nine tons.<ref>''BattleTechnology #21'', p. 21</ref> Note: Elsewhere, it is indicated that the 'Mech used by Takashi Kurita during the [[Battle of Luthien (3052)|Battle of Luthien]] was a ''[[Grand Dragon]]''.<ref>''Luthien'', p. 69</ref> + *;DRG-2N "Puffing Dragon": This is the version that [[Takashi Kurita]] piloted in [[3052]] during the defense of [[Luthien]]. Essentially an upgraded version of the ''1N'', it upgrades the [[AC/5]] to an [[Ultra AC/5]] and adds [[CASE]] to the right and left torso sections. The forward facing medium laser was dropped to free up the tonnage to do so. The [[heat sink]]s were upgraded to [[double heat sinks]] while the armor was reduced to nine tons.<ref>''BattleTechnology #21'', p. 21</ref> Note: Elsewhere, it is indicated that the 'Mech used by Takashi Kurita during the [[Battle of Luthien (Clan Invasion)|Battle of Luthien]] was a ''[[Grand Dragon]]''.<ref>''Luthien (scenario pack)'', p. 69</ref> ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' − *; DRG-FANG ''Fang'': Piloted by [[Donald Takeda]], this ''Dragon'' is a modification of his father's DRG-1N. He designed the 'Mech to suit his brawling style in battle, giving it high armor, speed and close-range armament. It boasts a loadout of two medium lasers, an [[SRM 6]], and an [[AC/10]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]]).<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"> ''MechWarrior Online Inside Source'', ISSUE.007.DEC.2012</ref> + *;DRG-FANG "Fang" : Piloted by Donald Takeda, the Dragon DRG-FANG is a modification of his father's DRG-1N. He designed the 'Mech to suit his brawling style in battle, giving it high armor, speed and close-range armament. It boasts a loadout of two medium lasers, an [[SRM 6]], and an [[AC/10]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]]).<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"> ''MechWarrior Online Inside Source'', ISSUE.007.DEC.2012</ref> − *; DRG-FLAME ''Flame'': Piloted by [[Martin Takeda]], this ''Dragon'' is a modification of the DRG-1C he inherited from his grandmother. As a direct opposite of his brother's Fang, he altered the 'Mech to be a good long-range fighter. His signature change is the moving of the AC/2 from the machine's arm to the left torso. It is equipped with a medium laser, [[AC/2]], [[LRM-5]], and an [[ER Large Laser]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]].<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"/> + *;DRG-FLAME "Flame" : Piloted by Martin Takeda, the Dragon DRG-FLAME is a modification of the DRG-1C he inherited from his grandmother. As a direct opposite of his brother's Fang, he altered the 'Mech to be a good long-range fighter. His signature change is the moving of the AC/2 from the machine's arm to the left torso. It is equipped with a medium laser, [[AC/2]], [[LRM-5]], and an [[ER Large Laser]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]].<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"/> − ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere|''MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere'' Expansion Pack]]:'' + ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack|MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack]]'' − *;<span id="DRG-SDW>DRG-SDW</span> ''Sidewinder'': Piloted by [[High Lord Fransson]], the leader of the [[Crimson Inclination]] rebel group. His variant of the ''Dragon'' was built around an XL engine and an Endo Steel frame. ''Sidewinder'' was specially refitted to be faster and to hit hard at short range like its namesake. A single SRM-6 is mounted in the center torso, MASC MK III along with a medium laser is mounted in the left torso, an AMS is mounted in the right torso, the left arm contains a medium laser, and an AC/20 BF (Burst Fire) is mounted in the right arm.<ref name=MW5HoIS>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, Heroes of the Inner Sphere''</ref> + *;<span id="DRG-SDW>DRG-SDW</span> "Sidewinder": Piloted by High Lord Franson, the Leader of the Crimson Inclination rebel group. His variant of the Dragon was built around an XL engine and an Endo Steel frame. "Sidewinder" was specially refitted to be faster and to hit hard at short range like its namesake. A single SRM-6 is mounted in the center torso, MASC MK III along with a medium laser is mounted in the left torso, an AMS is mounted in the right torso, the left arm contains a medium laser, and an AC/20 BF (Burst Fire) is mounted in the right arm.<ref name=MW5>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries''</ref> {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} Line 73:
Line 72: ==Related BattleMechs== ==Related BattleMechs== − * [[Grand Dragon|DRG-1G ''Grand Dragon'']] - Though based on the same chassis, the improved version of the ''Dragon'' was generally considered to be a different 'Mech altogether.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 142</ref> + * ''[[Grand Dragon]]'' - Though based on the same chassis, the improved version of the ''Dragon'' was generally considered to be a different 'Mech altogether.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 142</ref> * ''[[Great Wyrm]]'' - While rejected by the [[SLDF]], their successors the [[Clans]] found the filed away design specs and [[Clan Mongoose]] updated and altered into one very first new 'Mechs built on Clan Homeworlds, the ''Great Wyrm''. * ''[[Great Wyrm]]'' - While rejected by the [[SLDF]], their successors the [[Clans]] found the filed away design specs and [[Clan Mongoose]] updated and altered into one very first new 'Mechs built on Clan Homeworlds, the ''Great Wyrm''. Line 83:
Line 82: * In French products, the unit's proper name was kept as '''''Dragon''''', which has the same meaning in both languages. * In French products, the unit's proper name was kept as '''''Dragon''''', which has the same meaning in both languages. + + * Plastic DRG-1N is included in [[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Support Lance]] ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 89:
Line 90: Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png|''Dragon'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 24|RGilClan: Vol 24]]'' Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png|''Dragon'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 24|RGilClan: Vol 24]]'' Dragon2.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in action from ''[[Introduction to BattleTech|BT4thEd's Introduction Book]]'' Dragon2.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in action from ''[[Introduction to BattleTech|BT4thEd's Introduction Book]]'' + Dragon Token Front.jpg|Token (front) of a ''Dragon'' from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]'' + Dragon Token Rear.jpg|Token (back) of a ''Dragon'' from ''BattleTech, Fourth Edition'' Camokuritadieronregulars.png|''Dragon'' in colors of [[Dieron Regulars]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' Camokuritadieronregulars.png|''Dragon'' in colors of [[Dieron Regulars]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' Camomech-dragon.png|DRG-1N ''Dragon'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]'' Camomech-dragon.png|DRG-1N ''Dragon'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]'' Line 94:
Line 97: Dragon_CBTIRp61.png|A ''Dragon'' undergoes field repair from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' Dragon_CBTIRp61.png|A ''Dragon'' undergoes field repair from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' Dragon (Esau Olivares) TotalWarfare.jpg|A ''Dragon'' of [[11th Legion of Vega]] from ''[[Total Warfare]]'' Dragon (Esau Olivares) TotalWarfare.jpg|A ''Dragon'' of [[11th Legion of Vega]] from ''[[Total Warfare]]'' − Dragon HistBrushWars.jpg|A DCMS ''Dragon'' from ''[[Historical: Brush Wars]]'' CCG Unlimited Dragon.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' CCG Unlimited Dragon.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' MW4-M Dragon.png|Model of a ''Dragon'' from [[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4]]'' MW4-M Dragon.png|Model of a ''Dragon'' from [[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4]]'' Line 100:
Line 102: DRG-FANG MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Fang"'' from [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries|MW5:Mercs]] DRG-FANG MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Fang"'' from [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries|MW5:Mercs]] DRG-FLAME MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Flame"'' from MW5:Mercs DRG-FLAME MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Flame"'' from MW5:Mercs − BattleTech4e-Dragon.jpg|''Dragon'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]'' − Alpha Strike Striker Lance - Dragon.jpg|''Dragon'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Alpha Strike: Striker Lance Pack]]'' − Inner Sphere Support Lance - Dragon.jpg|''Dragon'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Support Lance]]'' </gallery> </gallery> Line 112:
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Line 126: * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' − * ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (novel) + * ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (Novel) </div> </div> − [[Category:'Mechs]]+ [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] [[Category:Free Rasalhague Republic BattleMechs]] [[Category:Free Rasalhague Republic BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]] [[Category:German renamed units]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png | |image=Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png | ||
|name=''Dragon'' | |name=''Dragon'' | ||
| − | |manufacturer=[[Luthien Armor Works]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Luthien Armor Works]] |
|production year=2754 | |production year=2754 | ||
|year reference=<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 74</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 72–73</ref> | |year reference=<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 74</ref><ref name=TRO3025r>''Technical Readout: 3025 Revised'', pp. 72–73</ref> | ||
| − | |model=DRG-1N | + | |model=DRG-1N |
|cost= 5,036,800 C-bills | |cost= 5,036,800 C-bills | ||
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere | |Tech Base = Inner Sphere | ||
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|feet=biped | |feet=biped | ||
|mass=60 | |mass=60 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=Alshain Type 56-60H |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=Starshield |
| − | |engine=[[Vlar 300]] | + | |engine=[[Vlar 300]] |
| − | |comsys=[[Sipher CommSys 3]] | + | |comsys=[[Sipher CommSys 3]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Eagle Eye SY10-10]] | + | |T&T=[[Eagle Eye SY10-10]] |
| − | |heat sinks=10 | + | |heat sinks=10 |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |speed=86.4 |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament= |
*1x [[LRM-10]] | *1x [[LRM-10]] | ||
| − | *1x [[ | + | *1x [[Autocannon/5]] |
| − | * 2x [[medium laser]] | + | * 2x [[medium laser]]s |
|BV (1.0) = 952 | |BV (1.0) = 952 | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 1,125 | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,125<ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', pp. 142–143</ref> |
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Debuting in [[Introduction Year::2754]] during the twilight years of the [[Star League]], the ''Dragon'' was turned down by the [[SLDF]] in favor of an upgraded ''Shadow Hawk'', though it would be quietly picked up by the [[Draconis Combine]]. With the dissolution of the Star League and the onset of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the ''Dragon'' became the Combine's standard heavy 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3025/> Multiple production lines on many well-defended worlds, including [[Luthien]], meant the design was so prevalent every [[battalion]] and almost every [[company]] featured the ''Dragon'', with some battalions comprised of nothing but these 'Mechs. So many were produced that the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Lyran Commonwealth]] employed salvaged ''Dragon''s in their own arsenals, while many [[mercenary]] commands used captured or purchased models. The [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] would also adopt the 'Mech following their formation.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> | Debuting in [[Introduction Year::2754]] during the twilight years of the [[Star League]], the ''Dragon'' was turned down by the [[SLDF]] in favor of an upgraded ''Shadow Hawk'', though it would be quietly picked up by the [[Draconis Combine]]. With the dissolution of the Star League and the onset of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], the ''Dragon'' became the Combine's standard heavy 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3025/> Multiple production lines on many well-defended worlds, including [[Luthien]], meant the design was so prevalent every [[battalion]] and almost every [[company]] featured the ''Dragon'', with some battalions comprised of nothing but these 'Mechs. So many were produced that the [[Federated Suns]] and [[Lyran Commonwealth]] employed salvaged ''Dragon''s in their own arsenals, while many [[mercenary]] commands used captured or purchased models. The [[Free Rasalhague Republic]] would also adopt the 'Mech following their formation.<ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> | ||
| − | The beginning of the end came around [[3025]] when the ''[[Grand Dragon]]'', an improved version of the ''Dragon'', entered the prototype phase. By [[3040]] | + | The beginning of the end came around [[3025]] when the ''[[Grand Dragon]]'', an improved version of the ''Dragon'', entered the prototype phase. By [[3040]] initial production had begun on this upgraded model with several ''Dragon'' factories switching over entirely to producing ''Grand Dragon''s. Even as the Combine was phasing it out of service the original ''Dragon'' was not wholly abandoned and it saw combat during the [[Clan Invasion]]. By [[Production Ceased::3065]] Luthien Armor Works had ceased production altogether on the ''Dragon'', though it would remain within the [[DCMS]]' inventory for some time.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 124</ref><ref name=TRO3050u>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 66</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Dragon'''s primary weapons are an [[Imperator-A]] [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm and [[Telos DecaCluster]] [[LRM-10]] launcher in the center torso, giving it respectable long-range damage capabilities as it charges forward. Additionally, the use of [[Long Range Missile]]s grants the ''Dragon'' indirect fire capabilities. Two tons of ammo for each weapon allows it to operate for extended periods away from supply lines. For close combat the ''Dragon'' carries two [[Victory 23R]] [[medium laser]]s, one rear-mounted in its torso and another in its left arm. The ''Dragon'' is also a proficient brawler, often finishing off an opponent with physical attacks, and its normally-delicate autocannon is wrapped in a thick protective sleeve for just such occasions.<ref name=IRS>'' | + | The ''Dragon'''s primary weapons are an [[Imperator-A]] [[Autocannon/5]] in the right arm and [[Telos DecaCluster]] [[LRM-10]] launcher in the center torso, giving it respectable long-range damage capabilities as it charges forward. Additionally, the use of [[Long Range Missile]]s grants the ''Dragon'' indirect fire capabilities. Two tons of ammo for each weapon allows it to operate for extended periods away from supply lines. For close combat the ''Dragon'' carries two [[Victory 23R]] [[medium laser]]s, one rear-mounted in its torso and another in its left arm. The ''Dragon'' is also a proficient brawler, often finishing off an opponent with physical attacks, and its normally-delicate autocannon is wrapped in a thick protective sleeve for just such occasions.<ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 16</ref><ref name=TRO3025r/><ref name=TRO3039/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; DRG-1C : The 1C ''Dragon'' replaces the Autocannon/5 with a longer range [[Autocannon/2]] and adds three additional tons of armor protection. This allows the ''Dragon'' to have an ever further direct fire reach, while reducing the direct fire capability at range by sixty percent. | + | *;DRG-1C : The 1C ''Dragon'' replaces the Autocannon/5 with a longer range [[Autocannon/2]] and adds three additional tons of armor protection. This allows the ''Dragon'' to have an ever further direct fire reach, while reducing the direct fire capability at range by sixty percent. BV (1.0) = 1,021, BV (2.0) = 1,215<ref name=MUL88>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 88</ref> |
| − | *; DRG-5N : The 5N variant of the ''Dragon'' was used as a bridge between it and the ''Grand Dragon''. This field upgrade, which utilizes formerly [[lostech|lost technology]], upgrades its normal autocannon to an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], which is capable of firing at twice the rate of a standard model. Additionally, the rear-facing medium laser has been removed from the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,053, BV (2.0) = 1,223<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 148</ref> | + | *;DRG-5N : The 5N variant of the ''Dragon'' was used as a bridge between it and the ''Grand Dragon''. This field upgrade, which utilizes formerly [[lostech|lost technology]], upgrades its normal autocannon to an [[Ultra Autocannon/5]], which is capable of firing at twice the rate of a standard model. Additionally, the rear-facing medium laser has been removed from the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,053, BV (2.0) = 1,223<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 148</ref> |
*; DRG-5Nr : A simple field refit used during the [[Jihad]], this version mounts a [[C3 slave]] unit in the torso and a second arm-mounted laser by removing the rear-firing model, while replacing the original autocannon with a [[light autocannon/5]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 88</ref> | *; DRG-5Nr : A simple field refit used during the [[Jihad]], this version mounts a [[C3 slave]] unit in the torso and a second arm-mounted laser by removing the rear-firing model, while replacing the original autocannon with a [[light autocannon/5]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 88</ref> | ||
| − | *; DRG-7N : Debuting during the [[FedCom Civil War|civil war era]], the 7N boasts superior firepower in the form of a [[Gauss rifle]] in the right arm and an AC/5 in the left arm, with a traditional medium laser in the left torso (firing forward now) and an [[MRM-10]] launcher in place of the LRM launcher. The 'Mech is powered by an [[XL engine]] while its ammunition stores of sixteen Gauss slugs, twenty rounds of autocannon fire and twenty-four missile salvos, all stored in the right torso, are protected by [[CASE]]. BV: 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged: Inner sphere'', p. 150</ref> | + | *;DRG-7N : Debuting during the [[FedCom Civil War|civil war era]], the 7N boasts superior firepower in the form of a [[Gauss rifle]] in the right arm and an AC/5 in the left arm, with a traditional medium laser in the left torso (firing forward now) and an [[MRM-10]] launcher in place of the LRM launcher. The 'Mech is powered by an [[XL engine]] while its ammunition stores of sixteen Gauss slugs, twenty rounds of autocannon fire and twenty-four missile salvos, all stored in the right torso, are protected by [[CASE]]. BV: 1,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged: Inner sphere'', p. 150</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | *; DRG-2Y ''Dragon'' Yorioshi : The personal 'Mech of [[Benjamin Military District]] commander [[Tai-shu|Warlord]] [[Syovo Yorioshi]] during the [[DCMS]]'s [[Third Succession War]] [[The Galtor Campaign|invasion]] of [[Galtor III]], all the standard weaponry of a ''Dragon'' save the left-arm mounted medium laser has been removed. Instead a [[Large Laser]] is mounted in the right arm, a [[Small Laser]] in the head and an [[SRM-4]] and [[Flamer]] mounted where the LRM rack would normally be. With a single ton of SRM reloads, the weight saved allows five extra heat sinks to be carried and three more tons of armor to be added. BV (2.0) = 1,257<ref name="HTPG">''Historical Turning Points: Galtor'', p. 18</ref> | + | *;DRG-2Y ''Dragon'' Yorioshi : The personal 'Mech of [[Benjamin Military District]] commander [[Tai-shu|Warlord]] [[Syovo Yorioshi]] during the [[DCMS]]'s [[Third Succession War]] [[The Galtor Campaign|invasion]] of [[Galtor III]], all the standard weaponry of a ''Dragon'' save the left-arm mounted medium laser has been removed. Instead a [[Large Laser]] is mounted in the right arm, a [[Small Laser]] in the head and an [[SRM-4]] and [[Flamer]] mounted where the LRM rack would normally be. With a single ton of SRM reloads, the weight saved allows five extra heat sinks to be carried and three more tons of armor to be added. BV (2.0) = 1,257<ref name="HTPG">''Historical Turning Points: Galtor'', p. 18</ref> |
===Apocryphal Variants=== | ===Apocryphal Variants=== | ||
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| − | *; DRG-2N | + | *;DRG-2N "Puffing Dragon": This is the version that [[Takashi Kurita]] piloted in [[3052]] during the defense of [[Luthien]]. Essentially an upgraded version of the ''1N'', it upgrades the [[AC/5]] to an [[Ultra AC/5]] and adds [[CASE]] to the right and left torso sections. The forward facing medium laser was dropped to free up the tonnage to do so. The [[heat sink]]s were upgraded to [[double heat sinks]] while the armor was reduced to nine tons.<ref>''BattleTechnology #21'', p. 21</ref> Note: Elsewhere, it is indicated that the 'Mech used by Takashi Kurita during the [[Battle of Luthien (Clan Invasion)|Battle of Luthien]] was a ''[[Grand Dragon]]''.<ref>''Luthien (scenario pack)'', p. 69</ref> |
''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' | ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' | ||
| − | *; DRG-FANG | + | *;DRG-FANG "Fang" : Piloted by Donald Takeda, the Dragon DRG-FANG is a modification of his father's DRG-1N. He designed the 'Mech to suit his brawling style in battle, giving it high armor, speed and close-range armament. It boasts a loadout of two medium lasers, an [[SRM 6]], and an [[AC/10]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]]).<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"> ''MechWarrior Online Inside Source'', ISSUE.007.DEC.2012</ref> |
| − | *; DRG-FLAME | + | *;DRG-FLAME "Flame" : Piloted by Martin Takeda, the Dragon DRG-FLAME is a modification of the DRG-1C he inherited from his grandmother. As a direct opposite of his brother's Fang, he altered the 'Mech to be a good long-range fighter. His signature change is the moving of the AC/2 from the machine's arm to the left torso. It is equipped with a medium laser, [[AC/2]], [[LRM-5]], and an [[ER Large Laser]]. This variant was designed for [[MechWarrior Online]].<ref name="Apocryphal MWO 1"/> |
| − | ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#Heroes of the Inner Sphere| | + | ''From [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries#MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack|MechWarrior 5: Heroes of the Inner Sphere Expansion Pack]]'' |
| − | *;<span id="DRG-SDW>DRG-SDW</span> | + | *;<span id="DRG-SDW>DRG-SDW</span> "Sidewinder": Piloted by High Lord Franson, the Leader of the Crimson Inclination rebel group. His variant of the Dragon was built around an XL engine and an Endo Steel frame. "Sidewinder" was specially refitted to be faster and to hit hard at short range like its namesake. A single SRM-6 is mounted in the center torso, MASC MK III along with a medium laser is mounted in the left torso, an AMS is mounted in the right torso, the left arm contains a medium laser, and an AC/20 BF (Burst Fire) is mounted in the right arm.<ref name=MW5>''MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries''</ref> |
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==Related BattleMechs== | ==Related BattleMechs== | ||
| − | * [[Grand Dragon | + | * ''[[Grand Dragon]]'' - Though based on the same chassis, the improved version of the ''Dragon'' was generally considered to be a different 'Mech altogether.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 142</ref> |
* ''[[Great Wyrm]]'' - While rejected by the [[SLDF]], their successors the [[Clans]] found the filed away design specs and [[Clan Mongoose]] updated and altered into one very first new 'Mechs built on Clan Homeworlds, the ''Great Wyrm''. | * ''[[Great Wyrm]]'' - While rejected by the [[SLDF]], their successors the [[Clans]] found the filed away design specs and [[Clan Mongoose]] updated and altered into one very first new 'Mechs built on Clan Homeworlds, the ''Great Wyrm''. | ||
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* In French products, the unit's proper name was kept as '''''Dragon''''', which has the same meaning in both languages. | * In French products, the unit's proper name was kept as '''''Dragon''''', which has the same meaning in both languages. | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png|''Dragon'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 24|RGilClan: Vol 24]]'' | Grand Dragon RGilClan v24.png|''Dragon'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 24|RGilClan: Vol 24]]'' | ||
Dragon2.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in action from ''[[Introduction to BattleTech|BT4thEd's Introduction Book]]'' | Dragon2.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in action from ''[[Introduction to BattleTech|BT4thEd's Introduction Book]]'' | ||
| + | Dragon Token Front.jpg|Token (front) of a ''Dragon'' from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]'' | ||
| + | Dragon Token Rear.jpg|Token (back) of a ''Dragon'' from ''BattleTech, Fourth Edition'' | ||
Camokuritadieronregulars.png|''Dragon'' in colors of [[Dieron Regulars]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' | Camokuritadieronregulars.png|''Dragon'' in colors of [[Dieron Regulars]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]'' | ||
Camomech-dragon.png|DRG-1N ''Dragon'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]'' | Camomech-dragon.png|DRG-1N ''Dragon'' from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]'' | ||
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Dragon_CBTIRp61.png|A ''Dragon'' undergoes field repair from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' | Dragon_CBTIRp61.png|A ''Dragon'' undergoes field repair from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook]]'' | ||
Dragon (Esau Olivares) TotalWarfare.jpg|A ''Dragon'' of [[11th Legion of Vega]] from ''[[Total Warfare]]'' | Dragon (Esau Olivares) TotalWarfare.jpg|A ''Dragon'' of [[11th Legion of Vega]] from ''[[Total Warfare]]'' | ||
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CCG Unlimited Dragon.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | CCG Unlimited Dragon.jpg|A DRG-1N ''Dragon'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
MW4-M Dragon.png|Model of a ''Dragon'' from [[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4]]'' | MW4-M Dragon.png|Model of a ''Dragon'' from [[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4]]'' | ||
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DRG-FANG MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Fang"'' from [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries|MW5:Mercs]] | DRG-FANG MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Fang"'' from [[MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries|MW5:Mercs]] | ||
DRG-FLAME MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Flame"'' from MW5:Mercs | DRG-FLAME MW5Mercs.jpg|Model of ''Dragon "Flame"'' from MW5:Mercs | ||
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* ''[[20 Year Update]]'' | * ''[[20 Year Update]]'' | ||
* ''[[BattleTechnology #21]]'' | * ''[[BattleTechnology #21]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Historical Turning Points: Galtor]]'' | * ''[[Historical Turning Points: Galtor]]'' | ||
| − | * ''[[Luthien (scenario pack) | + | * ''[[Introductory Record Sheets]]'' |
| + | * ''[[Luthien (scenario pack)]]'' | ||
* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Draconis Combine]]'' | ||
| − | * ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' ( | + | * ''[[Wolves on the Border]]'' (Novel) |
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[[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Free Rasalhague Republic BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Free Rasalhague Republic BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:German renamed units]] | [[Category:German renamed units]] | ||