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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * GRF-1DS - The 1DS variant makes the ''Griffin'' more of a fire support [['Mech]]. The engine had been upgraded to an [[extralight engine]] and the weapons were stripped from the chassis. The 'Mech now carried an [[LRM-20]] launcher which made it capable of fire support roles as well as a [[Large Pulse Laser]] for close range combat. BV (1.0) = 1,202, BV (2.0) = 1,285 | + | * GRF-1DS - The 1DS variant makes the ''Griffin'' more of a fire support [['Mech]]. The engine had been upgraded to an [[extralight engine]] and the weapons were stripped from the chassis. The 'Mech now carried an [[LRM-20]] launcher which made it capable of fire support roles as well as a [[Large Pulse Laser]] for close range combat. BV (1.0) = 1,202, BV (2.0) = 1,285<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 60</ref> |
* GRF-1S - The 1S attempted to rectify the 1N's lack of close range weapons by removing the [[PPC]], in favor of a [[Large Laser]] and two [[Medium Laser]]s. To help manage the heat load, the [['Mech]] also had four additional [[heat sink]]s added to the design. BV (1.0) = 1,061, BV (2.0) = 1,253 | * GRF-1S - The 1S attempted to rectify the 1N's lack of close range weapons by removing the [[PPC]], in favor of a [[Large Laser]] and two [[Medium Laser]]s. To help manage the heat load, the [['Mech]] also had four additional [[heat sink]]s added to the design. BV (1.0) = 1,061, BV (2.0) = 1,253 | ||
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* GRF-2N - The [[SLDF]]'s [[SLDF Royal units|Royal ''Griffin'']] mounted an ER PPC, two [[SRM-6]] missile launchers, and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. The heat-sinks were [[Double Heat Sink|doubles]] and the ammo was protected by [[CASE]]. To fit all this, the armor changed to [[Ferro-Fibrous]] and the chassis was [[Endo-Steel]]. BV (2.0) = 1606<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 36</ref> | * GRF-2N - The [[SLDF]]'s [[SLDF Royal units|Royal ''Griffin'']] mounted an ER PPC, two [[SRM-6]] missile launchers, and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. The heat-sinks were [[Double Heat Sink|doubles]] and the ammo was protected by [[CASE]]. To fit all this, the armor changed to [[Ferro-Fibrous]] and the chassis was [[Endo-Steel]]. BV (2.0) = 1606<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 36</ref> | ||
| − | * GRF-3M - The 3M ''Griffin'' was an upgraded version of the design that sought to enhance its long-range capabilities. The engine was exchanged for an extralight engine and the standard heat sinks for [[double heat sink]]s. The [[PPC]] was replaced by an [[ER PPC]], for longer reach, at the expense of more heat and the LRM launcher had been upgraded to an [[LRM-20]] launcher, for more indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,440, BV (2.0) = 1,521 | + | * GRF-3M - The 3M ''Griffin'' was an upgraded version of the design that sought to enhance its long-range capabilities. The engine was exchanged for an extralight engine and the standard heat sinks for [[double heat sink]]s. The [[PPC]] was replaced by an [[ER PPC]], for longer reach, at the expense of more heat and the LRM launcher had been upgraded to an [[LRM-20]] launcher, for more indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,440, BV (2.0) = 1,521<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 61</ref> |
* GRF-4R - This [[Word of Blake]] design emerged during the [[Jihad]]. It uses Improved Jump Jets to cover 270 meters at a time, and a larger engine brings the top speed to 97 km/h. This ''Griffin'' carries a [[Snub-Nose PPC]], [[MML-5]] launcher, and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. Endo Steel forms the chassis and eleven double heat sinks keep the 'Mech cool. BV (2.0) = 1,412<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 239</ref> | * GRF-4R - This [[Word of Blake]] design emerged during the [[Jihad]]. It uses Improved Jump Jets to cover 270 meters at a time, and a larger engine brings the top speed to 97 km/h. This ''Griffin'' carries a [[Snub-Nose PPC]], [[MML-5]] launcher, and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. Endo Steel forms the chassis and eleven double heat sinks keep the 'Mech cool. BV (2.0) = 1,412<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 239</ref> | ||
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* GRF-5L - This variant used an XL Engine to max out armor protection at eleven and a half tons of [[Stealth Armor]]. As with all Stealth-equipped designs, the 5L used a Guardian ECM Suite. It was armed with a [[Plasma Rifle]] and an [[MML-5]], which could threaten enemies at all ranges. Three Medium Lasers provided added short-range firepower. Fourteen double heat sinks kept the 'Mech relatively cool, even when the Stealth Armor was active. BV (2.0) = 1,781<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 65</ref> | * GRF-5L - This variant used an XL Engine to max out armor protection at eleven and a half tons of [[Stealth Armor]]. As with all Stealth-equipped designs, the 5L used a Guardian ECM Suite. It was armed with a [[Plasma Rifle]] and an [[MML-5]], which could threaten enemies at all ranges. Three Medium Lasers provided added short-range firepower. Fourteen double heat sinks kept the 'Mech relatively cool, even when the Stealth Armor was active. BV (2.0) = 1,781<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 65</ref> | ||
| − | * GRF-5M - The 5M variant of the ''Griffin'' was designed with a distinctive flair for the [[Free Worlds League]]. The [['Mech]] was powered by an extralight engine and carried as its primary weapon a [[Light Gauss Rifle]]. This was backed up by an [[LRM-10]] launcher and a [[Small Laser]] for close range work. The variant utilized double heat sinks and also carries ten and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,108, BV (2.0) = 1,224 | + | * GRF-5M - The 5M variant of the ''Griffin'' was designed with a distinctive flair for the [[Free Worlds League]]. The [['Mech]] was powered by an extralight engine and carried as its primary weapon a [[Light Gauss Rifle]]. This was backed up by an [[LRM-10]] launcher and a [[Small Laser]] for close range work. The variant utilized double heat sinks and also carries ten and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,108, BV (2.0) = 1,224<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 66</ref> |
| − | * GRF-6CS - A variant of the 6S developed for the [[Com Guards]] only to also fall into hands of the [[Word of Blake]], the 6CS used an Endo Steel frame and was powered by an extralight engine. The [['Mech]]'s primary weapons were an ER PPC and an [[LRM-15]] launcher linked to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system. The 6CS carries two ER Medium Lasers for short range engagements, and has an advanced electronics warfare suite, consisting of a Guardian ECM Suite and a [[C3i]] computer, to allow it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,469, BV (2.0) = 1,695 | + | * GRF-6CS - A variant of the 6S developed for the [[Com Guards]] only to also fall into hands of the [[Word of Blake]], the 6CS used an Endo Steel frame and was powered by an extralight engine. The [['Mech]]'s primary weapons were an ER PPC and an [[LRM-15]] launcher linked to an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system. The 6CS carries two ER Medium Lasers for short range engagements, and has an advanced electronics warfare suite, consisting of a Guardian ECM Suite and a [[C3i]] computer, to allow it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,469, BV (2.0) = 1,695<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 67</ref> |
| − | * GRF-6S - The Lyran 6S was built using an Endo Steel chassis mounted a [[Light Fusion Engine]] for power. This allowed the 6S model to carry an ER PPC, LRM-15 with an Artemis IV, and two ER Medium Lasers as weapons. The [['Mech]] also had twelve tons of armor protection, which allowed it to withstand most attacks than the 6CS. BV (1.0) = 1,461, BV (2.0) = 1,781 | + | * GRF-6S - The Lyran 6S was built using an Endo Steel chassis mounted a [[Light Fusion Engine]] for power. This allowed the 6S model to carry an ER PPC, LRM-15 with an Artemis IV, and two ER Medium Lasers as weapons. The [['Mech]] also had twelve tons of armor protection, which allowed it to withstand most attacks than the 6CS. BV (1.0) = 1,461, BV (2.0) = 1,781<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 68</ref> |
==Unique Variants== | ==Unique Variants== | ||
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*''[[Blood of Heroes]]'' (Novel) | *''[[Blood of Heroes]]'' (Novel) | ||
*''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' | *''[[Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon]]'' | ||
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*''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=349 Successful Endeavor on Marduk]'' | *''[http://www.battlecorps.com/BC2/news.html?article=349 Successful Endeavor on Marduk]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3025/3026]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Starterbook: Wolf and Blake]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' | ||
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*''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_28.pdf MWDA House Liao's dossier of C. Schiller]'' | *''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_28.pdf MWDA House Liao's dossier of C. Schiller]'' | ||
*''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_3.pdf MWDA Steel Wolves's dossier of Chin Wolf]'' | *''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_3.pdf MWDA Steel Wolves's dossier of Chin Wolf]'' | ||
| − | *[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_40.pdf MWDA Republic of the Sphere's dossier of Avriel Sterling] | + | *''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_40.pdf MWDA Republic of the Sphere's dossier of Avriel Sterling]'' |
| − | *[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_20.pdf MWDA Swordsworn's dossier of Chuck Stepp | + | *''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_20.pdf MWDA Swordsworn's dossier of Chuck Stepp]'' |
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Revision as of 12:22, 3 April 2011
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| Griffin | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Earthwerks Incorporated |
| Model | GRF-1N |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 4,957,107 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerk GRF |
| Armor | Starshield A |
| Engine | Core Tek 275 |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Rawlings 55 |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,021 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,272[1] |
Contents
Description
Originally built in 2492, the Griffin has seen classification as an assault, heavy, and finally medium 'Mech. Because of its popularity with the militaries of the Inner Sphere, the design has seen production long past the point that most 'Mechs would be retired from service. Because of the Griffin's weapons payload, the design excels in direct fire support and sniper roles. Additionally, the Griffin has a great deal of maneuverability, with a maximum speed of 86.4 kph. A jumping distance of one hundred and fifty meters means the Griffin can keep up with most lighter 'Mechs and outmaneuver most heavier designs.
Armament
The primary weapon on the Griffin is a Fusigon PPC. The PPC allows the Griffin to work in a long-range fire sniper role. This is backed up by a Delta Dart LRM-10 launcher. The LRM launcher gives the Griffin some indirect fire support capabilities. The Achilles heel of the design is its lack of short-range weapons, for when an enemy is capable of closing ranges and engaging in close quarters combat.
Variants
- GRF-1DS - The 1DS variant makes the Griffin more of a fire support 'Mech. The engine had been upgraded to an extralight engine and the weapons were stripped from the chassis. The 'Mech now carried an LRM-20 launcher which made it capable of fire support roles as well as a Large Pulse Laser for close range combat. BV (1.0) = 1,202, BV (2.0) = 1,285[2]
- GRF-1S - The 1S attempted to rectify the 1N's lack of close range weapons by removing the PPC, in favor of a Large Laser and two Medium Lasers. To help manage the heat load, the 'Mech also had four additional heat sinks added to the design. BV (1.0) = 1,061, BV (2.0) = 1,253
- GRF-2N - The SLDF's Royal Griffin mounted an ER PPC, two SRM-6 missile launchers, and a Guardian ECM Suite. The heat-sinks were doubles and the ammo was protected by CASE. To fit all this, the armor changed to Ferro-Fibrous and the chassis was Endo-Steel. BV (2.0) = 1606[3]
- GRF-3M - The 3M Griffin was an upgraded version of the design that sought to enhance its long-range capabilities. The engine was exchanged for an extralight engine and the standard heat sinks for double heat sinks. The PPC was replaced by an ER PPC, for longer reach, at the expense of more heat and the LRM launcher had been upgraded to an LRM-20 launcher, for more indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,440, BV (2.0) = 1,521[4]
- GRF-4R - This Word of Blake design emerged during the Jihad. It uses Improved Jump Jets to cover 270 meters at a time, and a larger engine brings the top speed to 97 km/h. This Griffin carries a Snub-Nose PPC, MML-5 launcher, and an ER Medium Laser. Endo Steel forms the chassis and eleven double heat sinks keep the 'Mech cool. BV (2.0) = 1,412[5]
- GRF-4N - This Griffin was introduced the the Taurian Concordat. It carries a Plasma Rifle and three ER Medium Lasers. It also has a higher top speed than its inspiration and can jump farther as well.[6] BV (2.0) = 1,591[7]
- GRF-5K - This variant on the 6S sported enough improved jump jets for it to vault up to 240 meters in a single bound. It also used a Defiance Light Engine, though it was built on a standard frame. It was protected by ten tons of Starshield A Light Ferro-Fibrous armor and it also incorporated a Heavy-Duty Gyro that can take more punishment than a standard gyro. It was armed with a Lord's Light 4 Light PPC, the reliable Shigunga LRM-10 along with a ton of CASE-protected ammunition, and a Diverse Optics ER Medium Laser for short-range situations. To protect the pilot it carries a Full-Head Ejection System. BV (2.0) = 1,390[8]
- GRF-5L - This variant used an XL Engine to max out armor protection at eleven and a half tons of Stealth Armor. As with all Stealth-equipped designs, the 5L used a Guardian ECM Suite. It was armed with a Plasma Rifle and an MML-5, which could threaten enemies at all ranges. Three Medium Lasers provided added short-range firepower. Fourteen double heat sinks kept the 'Mech relatively cool, even when the Stealth Armor was active. BV (2.0) = 1,781[9]
- GRF-5M - The 5M variant of the Griffin was designed with a distinctive flair for the Free Worlds League. The 'Mech was powered by an extralight engine and carried as its primary weapon a Light Gauss Rifle. This was backed up by an LRM-10 launcher and a Small Laser for close range work. The variant utilized double heat sinks and also carries ten and a half tons of armor. BV (1.0) = 1,108, BV (2.0) = 1,224[10]
- GRF-6CS - A variant of the 6S developed for the Com Guards only to also fall into hands of the Word of Blake, the 6CS used an Endo Steel frame and was powered by an extralight engine. The 'Mech's primary weapons were an ER PPC and an LRM-15 launcher linked to an Artemis IV fire control system. The 6CS carries two ER Medium Lasers for short range engagements, and has an advanced electronics warfare suite, consisting of a Guardian ECM Suite and a C3i computer, to allow it to share targeting telemetry with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,469, BV (2.0) = 1,695[11]
- GRF-6S - The Lyran 6S was built using an Endo Steel chassis mounted a Light Fusion Engine for power. This allowed the 6S model to carry an ER PPC, LRM-15 with an Artemis IV, and two ER Medium Lasers as weapons. The 'Mech also had twelve tons of armor protection, which allowed it to withstand most attacks than the 6CS. BV (1.0) = 1,461, BV (2.0) = 1,781[12]
Unique Variants
- GRF-1N Griffin Sparky - The personal ‘Mech of Elle Bennett of the 5th Donegal Guards, prior to the War of 3039 she had replaced the LRM launcher of her Griffin with five Medium Lasers, an extra heat sink and an additional ton of armor. [13]
- GRF-1E2 Griffin Sparky 2.0 - The personal ‘Mech of Leftenant Natasha Ergen of the 5th FedCom RCT, her stock Griffin had been refitted with Ferro-Fibrous armor and a Light Fusion Engine. Fourteen Double Heat sinks and a Targeting Computer allowed Ergen to obtain maximum effect from an all-energy weapons array consisting of an ER PPC, two standard Medium and three ER Medium Lasers. BV (2.0) = 1,862[14]
- GRF-6S Griffin Francine - A vintage Griffin refitted to the 6S standard and beyond with captured Word of Blake technology, when Francine rescued the Black Widow Company at the Royal Pass of the Ridges in 3070, her 'Mech carried half a ton less armor and swapped the 6S's ER PPC for an advanced Snub-Nose PPC as well adding an extra ER Medium Laser and a rear-facing Small Laser. BV (2.0) = 1,820 [15]
- GRF-6S Griffin Francine II - After becoming part of Stacy Church's new Black Widow Command Lance, Francine's Griffin was upgraded with experimental technologies. Dropping the Artemis IV and the rear facing small laser for a Supercharger to increase its speed, her 'Mech's armor was replaced with Laser Reflective plating, making it extremely resistant to the Word of Blake's new Variable-Speed Pulse Lasers. BV (2.0) = 2,223 [16]
Related BattleMechs
- GRF-2N Super Griffin - Although it carries the designation GRF-2N, this is actually a new 60-ton 'Mech design based on the regular Griffin, in a similar fashion to Clan -IIC evolution of existing designs. Due to increasing the overall weight while retaining the old engine, the Super Griffin is slightly slower, but mounts an additional weapon and some extra armor compared to its parent design.
- Griffin IIC - The Griffin was one of the 'Mechs taken on the Exodus by the SLDF, following the collapse of the Star League. Eventually, the model was redesigned to use exclusively Clan technology and the Griffin IIC was created. BV (1.0) = 1,492, BV (2.0) = 1,608
BattleMech Gallery
GRF-4R Griffin
GRF-6S Griffin
Notes
- A long-time favorite with House Steiner, two Griffins of the Royal Guards traditionally stand at the entrance of the Archon's throne room on Tharkad.[17]
References
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 287
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 60
- ↑ Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 36
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 61
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 239
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 238
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 62
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 64
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 65
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 66
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 67
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 68
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3039, p. 287
- ↑ Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon, p. 11
- ↑ Starterbook: Wolf and Blake, p. 116
- ↑ Starterbook: Wolf and Blake, pp. 22, 102
- ↑ Blood of Heroes, p.??[citation needed]
Bibliography
- Blood of Heroes (Novel)
- Jihad Turning Points: New Avalon
- Successful Endeavor on Marduk
- Record Sheets: 3025/3026
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3067
- Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix
- Record Sheets: Operation Klondike
- Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades
- Starterbook: Wolf and Blake
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: 3085
- Technical Readout: Project Phoenix
- Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades
- MWDA House Liao's dossier of C. Schiller
- MWDA Steel Wolves's dossier of Chin Wolf
- MWDA Republic of the Sphere's dossier of Avriel Sterling
- MWDA Swordsworn's dossier of Chuck Stepp