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	*; ENF-5D : First walking off the production line in late 3050, the 5D ''Enforcer'' is a major upgrade to the standard 'Mech, meeting many of its pilots' desire for something faster, better protected, and with more endurance. The [[Nissan 200]] engine has been removed and replaced with a [[Magna 250]] [[extralight engine]], increasing the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki> top speed to 86.4 km/h and the amount of space available for other additions. The armor has been stripped from the 'Mech and replaced with [[StarGuard CIV]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect against an ammunition explosion while the weapons payload has also been changed. Retaining the [[small laser]], both the [[AC/10]] and the [[large laser]] were replaced with a new [[LB_10-X_AC#Mydron_Excel|Mydron Excel]] [[LB-X AC/10]], fed by two tons of ammunition, and a [[BlazeFire Sweetshot]] [[ER large laser]]. Finally, an additional [[jump jet]] was added, increasing the jumping distance by 30 meters, up to 150 meters, to keep up with the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s new speed profile. BV (1.0) = 1,093,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0)= 1,308<ref name=TRO:3050U/>		*; ENF-5D : First walking off the production line in late 3050, the 5D ''Enforcer'' is a major upgrade to the standard 'Mech, meeting many of its pilots' desire for something faster, better protected, and with more endurance. The [[Nissan 200]] engine has been removed and replaced with a [[Magna 250]] [[extralight engine]], increasing the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki> top speed to 86.4 km/h and the amount of space available for other additions. The armor has been stripped from the 'Mech and replaced with [[StarGuard CIV]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect against an ammunition explosion while the weapons payload has also been changed. Retaining the [[small laser]], both the [[AC/10]] and the [[large laser]] were replaced with a new [[LB_10-X_AC#Mydron_Excel|Mydron Excel]] [[LB-X AC/10]], fed by two tons of ammunition, and a [[BlazeFire Sweetshot]] [[ER large laser]]. Finally, an additional [[jump jet]] was added, increasing the jumping distance by 30 meters, up to 150 meters, to keep up with the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s new speed profile. BV (1.0) = 1,093,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0)= 1,308<ref name=TRO:3050U/>
−	*; ENF-5R : Introduced after the fall of New Avalon to the [[DCMS]] during the [[Dark Age]], this ''Enforcer'' variant was produced by [[Kallon Industries]] to quickly replenish the depleted ranks of the AFFS. It uses a 200-rated [[light engine]] to improve survivability when compared to the ENF-5D, though the top speed is reduced to 64 km/h with a jump radius of 120 meters. It uses the [[LB 10-X]] autocannon of the 5D, but the left arm mounts a [[large re-engineered laser]] for use against special armor types, while an [[ER small laser]] is mounted in the left torso. Two tons of ammunition is carried in a [[CASE II]] protected bay in the right torso, and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provides protection..<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,192<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 19</ref>	+
		+	*; ENF-5R : Developed during the [[DCMS]] invasion of the [[Federated Suns]] during the [[Dark Age]], this ''Enforcer'' variant uses a 200-rated [[light engine]] to improve survivability. However, the top speed is reduced to 64 km/h and jump radius has been reduced to 120 meters. It uses the [[LB 10-X]] autocannon of the ENF-5D, but the left arm mounts a [[large re-engineered laser]] for use against special armor types, while an [[ER small laser]] is mounted in the left torso. Two tons of ammunition is carried in a [[CASE II]] protected bay in the right torso, and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provides protection. This slower design is easier for the [[AFFS]] to produce, allowing larger numbers to be deployed.<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,192<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 19</ref>
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image = Enforcer RGilClan v18.png |name = ''Enforcer'' |manufacturer = [[Achernar BattleMechs]]<ref name=TRSWp82f>''Technical Readout: Succession Wars'', pp. 82–83: "ENF-4R Enforcer"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3039 --> ---- [[Defiance Industries]] ---- [[Kallon Industries]]<ref name=TRSWp82f /> |model = ENF-4R<ref name=TRSWp82f /> |production year = 2777 |year reference = <ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 56</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 134</ref> |cost = 3,536,875 [[C-bill]]s |Tech Base = Inner Sphere |mech type = BattleMech |mass = 50 |feet = biped |chassis = [[Dorwinion Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |armor = [[Starshield]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |engine = [[Nissan 200]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |comsys = [[Achernar Electronics HICS-11]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |T&T = [[Federated Hunter]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |heat sinks = 12 [[heat sink|single]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |jumpjets = [[McCloud Specials]] <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> |armament = <!-- <ref name=TRSWp82f /> --> * 1x [[AC/10]] * 1x [[large laser]] * 1x [[small laser]] |BV (1.0) = 895<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> |BV (2.0) = 1,032<ref name=TRSWp82f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 123</ref> }} ==Description== Since it first walked off of the production line, the '''''Enforcer''''' has been the iconic medium-weight workhorse of the [[Federated Suns]]' [[Succession Wars era]] military. This is in large part due to production of the ''Enforcer'' remaining largely undisturbed throughout the Succession Wars, despite the relative lack of industrialization that has long hampered the Federated Suns. With the [[autocannon]]-obsessed [[Armed Forces of the Federated Suns]] building up its [[BattleMech]] forces upon the collapse of the [[Star League]], the discovery on [[Achernar]] of schematics for an unbuilt autocannon-carrying Star League 'Mech was a case of perfect timing. Modifying the design by swapping two [[medium laser]]s for a single larger one, [[Achernar BattleMechs]] rushed it through development and began production in [[Introduction Year::2777]].<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> The ''Enforcer'' fulfilled the roles of a mobile barrage vehicle, laying down an intense hail of fire as a prelude to an offensive or to blunt an enemy's attack, and as a trooper 'Mech, using its thick frontal armor and good jumping distance of 120 meters to effectively brawl with the enemy despite lacking hand actuators. The sturdy and inexpensive design's mobility also made it an ideal city fighter, especially when sniping the enemy during hit-and-run attacks. One of the design's problems was that, with most of its nine tons of armor concentrated forward, the amount of protection in its rear torso is less than on some light 'Mechs. The ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s biggest flaw was its limited ammunition stores, though somewhat mitigated when a truck-and-crane reloading system is used during less-mobile battles. Attempts were made to replace the [[small laser]] with another ton of ammunition, however there were complicated linkage problems in getting the ammo from the left torso to the right arm, increasing the rate of jamming or reducing the rate of fire to unacceptable levels. What's more the rounds had to be routed along the 'Mech's back where its armor was weakest.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/> The ''Enforcer'' was given extra prominence by the Federated Commonwealth. The alliance between the Lyran Commonwealth and Federated Suns resulted in [[Defiance Industries]] obtaining the designs for the 'Mech to build at their [[Hesperus II]] plant,<ref>''NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1'', p. 42</ref> allowing the nascent AFFC to emphasize the pairing of traditionally Federated Suns 'Mechs like the ''Enforcer'' and [[Valkyrie|''Valkyrie'']] alongside Steiner standards like the [[Zeus|''Zeus'']] and [[Commando|''Commando'']], especially in the [[Federated Commonwealth Corps]].<ref name=20YU1617O>''20 Year Update'' p. 17, Defense Industries</ref> As many of the secrets of [[lostech]] were recovered by the [[NAIS]], Achernar brought in many veteran ''Enforcer'' [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] to help them design the newest model, the ENF-5D. This variant became the standard medium 'Mech for the [[Federated Commonwealth]] when it debuted in late [[3050]], and the [[Armed Forces of the Federated Commonwealth]] immediately contracted the entire Achernar line for a 10-year run. The AFFC distributed the new 'Mechs to key formations including the [[Davion Brigade of Guards]], [[Royal Guards]] and [[FedCom Corps]], and bought up Achernar's upgrade kits for other distinguished units. However, demand for the new ''Enforcers'' during the [[Clan Invasion]] out-stripped Achernar's ability to supply them, requiring [[First Prince]] [[Hanse Davion]] to order that [[Kallon Industries]] be granted a license to produce ''Enforcers''. Both companies would continue to produce ''Enforcers'' through the next 20 years until the [[Jihad]], when Kallon Industries' plant on Talon, moon of [[Wernke]], was destroyed in [[3069]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 110</ref><ref name=TRO:3050U>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 56</ref> The Jihad would also end ''Enforcer'' production at [[Defiance Industries]].<ref name=''O:LAp29">''Objectives: Lyran Alliance'', p. 29, Defiance Industries''</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== The ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s primary weapon is a [[Federated Autocannon]] [[AC/10]], an excellent large-caliber model firing in bursts of 10 rounds and whose cooling jacket doubles as a protective sleeve for engaging in hand-to-hand combat. While one ton of ammunition only allows for 10 bursts total, the rounds are stored in an equivalent number of big clips which are easy to eject and reload. Complementing the autocannon is a [[ChisComp 43]] [[large laser]] in the left arm, both giving the ''Enforcer'' respectable intermediate range firepower, while a [[ChisComp 32]] [[small laser]] in the left torso provides for close range combat.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=IRS>''Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 12</ref> ==Variants== *; ENF-5D : First walking off the production line in late 3050, the 5D ''Enforcer'' is a major upgrade to the standard 'Mech, meeting many of its pilots' desire for something faster, better protected, and with more endurance. The [[Nissan 200]] engine has been removed and replaced with a [[Magna 250]] [[extralight engine]], increasing the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki> top speed to 86.4 km/h and the amount of space available for other additions. The armor has been stripped from the 'Mech and replaced with [[StarGuard CIV]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor with [[CASE]] to protect against an ammunition explosion while the weapons payload has also been changed. Retaining the [[small laser]], both the [[AC/10]] and the [[large laser]] were replaced with a new [[LB_10-X_AC#Mydron_Excel|Mydron Excel]] [[LB-X AC/10]], fed by two tons of ammunition, and a [[BlazeFire Sweetshot]] [[ER large laser]]. Finally, an additional [[jump jet]] was added, increasing the jumping distance by 30 meters, up to 150 meters, to keep up with the ''Enforcer''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s new speed profile. BV (1.0) = 1,093,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0)= 1,308<ref name=TRO:3050U/> *; ENF-5R : Developed during the [[DCMS]] invasion of the [[Federated Suns]] during the [[Dark Age]], this ''Enforcer'' variant uses a 200-rated [[light engine]] to improve survivability. However, the top speed is reduced to 64 km/h and jump radius has been reduced to 120 meters. It uses the [[LB 10-X]] autocannon of the ENF-5D, but the left arm mounts a [[large re-engineered laser]] for use against special armor types, while an [[ER small laser]] is mounted in the left torso. Two tons of ammunition is carried in a [[CASE II]] protected bay in the right torso, and [[ferro-fibrous]] armor provides protection. This slower design is easier for the [[AFFS]] to produce, allowing larger numbers to be deployed.<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 13</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,192<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18'', p. 19</ref> ===Custom Variants=== *; ENF-4R Daniel : The personal 'Mech of [[Fox's Teeth]] member [[Daniel Waylen]], after his unit was selected to receive among the first experimental weapons developed from the [[Helm Memory Core]] by the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] in the lead-up to the [[War of 3039]], his ''Enforcer'' was chosen as the testbed for an experimental [[NAIS Mk. I]] [[Gauss rifle]] prototype. To free up the mass required for this weapon and two tons of reloads, the NAIS engineers adopted the laser armament from the original design, mounting a pair of [[ChisComp 39]] [[medium laser]]s in the left arm in place of the [[large laser]].<ref name=SBSD1>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p. 23, 94</ref> *; ENF-5D Daniel : While the body of his 'Mech was factory refitted to the 5D standard after the initial Clan Invasion, Waylen adopted a more modern version of its War of '39 weapons loadout, carrying a now refined [[Gauss rifle]], two [[ER medium laser]]s in the left arm and a single torso mounted [[ER small laser]].<ref name=SBSD2>''Starterbook: Sword and Dragon'', p. 107</ref> ===Apocryphal Variants=== {{ApocryphalContentStart}} ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' *; ENF-4P : Only retaining the 4R's torso mounted [[small laser]], the 4P instead mounts an [[AC/20]] in the right arm and a pair of [[medium laser]]s in the left arm. Carrying three tons of autocannon ammunition and 11 [[double heat sink]]s, the 4P is powered by 250-rated standard engine, saving weight through the use of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor and [[endo steel]] internal structure. It also lacks [[jump jet]]s. *; ENF-5P : A departure from the normal autocannon and laser ''Enforcer'', the 5P mounts an [[UAC/5]] in each arm with two total tons of ammunition and a single [[small laser]] in the left torso. Two [[jump jet]]s mounted in each side torso coupled with 12 total [[double heat sink]]s round out its equipment, running off of a 250-rated [[extralight engine]] housed by standard internal structure components and 12 tons of standard armor. *; ENF-GH ''Ghillie'' : The MWO [[Hero 'Mech]] version of Daniel Waylen's personal ''Enforcer'', the ''Ghillie'' enhances the sniper nature of his custom variant with the addition of a [[Guardian ECM suite]].<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' Resistance Heroes Sale Page</ref> {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} == Design Quirks == The ''Enforcer'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91 - Design Quirk Table - Enforcer Entry.</ref> * [[Barrel Fist|Barrel Fist (LA/RA)]] * [[Fast Reload|Fast Reload (AC/10)]] * [[Improved Cooling Jacket|Improved Cooling Jacket (AC/10)]] * [[Ammunition Feed Problem|Ammunition Feed Problem (AC/10)]] ==Related BattleMechs== * ''[[Watchman]]'' - Derived from the Star League prototype for the classic ENF-4R, the lighter ''Watchman'' was designed as low-cost replacement of the END-5D for use as a training and garrison 'Mech for planetary and march militias. The ''Watchman'' possesses a [[fusion engine]], and mounts a [[large laser]], a pair of [[medium laser]]s, and a pair of [[machine gun]]s. The large parts commonality between the ''Watchmen'' and 4R ''Enforcer'' ensures a ready supply of spares to maintain them in operation.<ref name=TRO:3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 34-35</ref> * ''[[Sentry]]'' A revision of the ''Watchman'', with superior anti-infantry capability and incorporating more advanced technology than its predecessor. It, too, was designed for maximum compatibility with the previous 'Mechs and distributed widely within the Federated Suns<ref name=TRO:3060a>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 86-87</ref> * ''[[Cuirass]]'' Another ''Watchman''-derived 'Mech; the ''Cuirass'' is designed as a light skirmisher to complement the ''[[Legionnaire]]''. It unfortunately struggles to make the best use of its mobility and weapons loadout due to its outdated heat sinks.<ref name=TRO:3085s>''Technical Readout: 3085: Supplemental'', pp. 26-27</ref> * ''[[Enforcer III]]'' - Prince [[Victor Steiner-Davion]] ordered the rebuilding of a new ''Enforcer'' variant following the secession of the [[Lyran Alliance]] to reinforce Davion pride. The ''Enforcer III'' has a new look and is the basis of newer ''Enforcer'' variants.<ref name=TRO:3060>''Technical Readout: 3060'', pp. 96-97</ref> ==Notes== * The ''Enforcer'' and ''[[Enfield]]'' have very similar weapon loads and combat roles. Additionally, plans for both BattleMechs were discovered on [[Achernar]], although the ''Enfield'' was discovered nearly 100 years later in [[2870]]. Whether there is any connection has never been officially addressed.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 108</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 134</ref> * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Vollstrecker'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''VOL-4R'''. * In French products, the unit's proper name was translated as '''Exécuteur'''. ==Gallery== <gallery> 3025_Enforcer1.jpg|Original ENF-4R ''Enforcer'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]'' ENF-5D.png|ENF-5D ''Enforcer'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]'' 3050U Enforcer.jpg|ENF-5D ''Enforcer'' in battle from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade|TRO:3050 Upgrade]]'' Enforcer RGilClan v18.png|''Enforcer'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18|RG:ilClan v18]]'' Enforcer concept sketch KS2019.jpg|''Enforcer'' concept art from the [[2019 Clan Invasion crowdfunding campaign|Clan Invasion KS]] Camomech-enforcer.png|ENF-4R ''Enforcer'' of [[Ceti Hussars]] from ''[[Classic BattleTech Universe|CBT Universe]]'' Enforcer_CBTIRp7.png|An ''Enforcer'' under construction from ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Rulebook|CBT Intro Rulebook]]'' CCG Unlimited Enforcer R.jpg|ENF-4R ''Enforcer'' in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' CCG Unlimited Enforcer D.jpg|ENF-5D ''Enforcer'' in battle from ''CCG'' MWO Enforcer.jpg| Concept art of the ''Enforcer'' from [[MechWarrior Online|MWO]] BattleTech4e-Enforcer.jpg|''Enforcer'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Fourth Edition]]'' File:BattleTech Introductory Box Set - Enforcer.jpg|''Enforcer'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech Introductory Box Set]]'' Inner Sphere Urban Lance - Enforcer.jpg|''Enforcer'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Urban Lance|Inner Sphere Urban Lance]]'' Hansen's Roughriders Battle Lance Enforcer.jpg|''Enforcer'' miniature from ''[[Hansen's Roughriders Battle Lance]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references/> ==Bibliography== <div class="desktop-3-col"> * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' * ''[[Classic BattleTech Introductory Record Sheets]]'' * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * [https://mwomercs.com/resistance-heroes MechWarrior Online Resistance Heroes Sale Page] * ''[[NAIS The Fourth Succession War Military Atlas Volume 1]] * ''[[Objectives: Lyran Alliance]] * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 18]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3039]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]'' * ''[[Starterbook: Sword and Dragon]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3060]]'' </div> [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]] [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]]

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