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Clan = [[2826]] ([[Clan Goliath Scorpion|CGS]])<ref name="TMp290">''Tech Manual'', p. 290, "Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"</ref><ref name="TMp207"/> | Clan = [[2826]] ([[Clan Goliath Scorpion|CGS]])<ref name="TMp290">''Tech Manual'', p. 290, "Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"</ref><ref name="TMp207"/> | ||
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== Description == | == Description == | ||
The '''LB 2-X AC''', originally introduced by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]], was brought with the [[Clans]] during their [[Clan invasion|invasion]]. It took the [[Inner Sphere]] several years, but they were eventually able to bring to technology from the [[LB 10-X AC]] to the lightest class of autocannon, as well. Like other LB-X autocannon, the LB 2-X is able to fire in two modes: slug and cluster. The slug shot is a standard autocannon shot that deals 2 points of damage to one location. The cluster round is a shotgun-like ammunition that usually spreads out its shot to find weakened points in an enemy's armor, however, the two shots that an LB 2-X fires are hardly destructive. The LB 2-X AC has the distinction of being the longest-range weapon on the ground, though its limited damage ensures that it sees little use.<ref name="TMp207">''TechManual'', p. 207, "Autocannon - LB-X Autocannon"</ref> | The '''LB 2-X AC''', originally introduced by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]], was brought with the [[Clans]] during their [[Clan invasion|invasion]]. It took the [[Inner Sphere]] several years, but they were eventually able to bring to technology from the [[LB 10-X AC]] to the lightest class of autocannon, as well. Like other LB-X autocannon, the LB 2-X is able to fire in two modes: slug and cluster. The slug shot is a standard autocannon shot that deals 2 points of damage to one location. The cluster round is a shotgun-like ammunition that usually spreads out its shot to find weakened points in an enemy's armor, however, the two shots that an LB 2-X fires are hardly destructive. The LB 2-X AC has the distinction of being the longest-range weapon on the ground, though its limited damage ensures that it sees little use.<ref name="TMp207">''TechManual'', p. 207, "Autocannon - LB-X Autocannon"</ref> | ||
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| + | == Variants == | ||
| + | In the years between the [[Second Exodus]] and the beginning of [[Operation KLONDIKE]] the nascent [[Clan]]s began development of what would become the LB 2-X. Experimental prototype versions of this new weapon were used during Operation KLONDIKE in small quantities. The Clan Prototype LB 2-X available during this period has identical stats to the Inner Sphere LB 2-X Autocannon, other than that it requires 1 additional critical slot, and when rolling for on the Cluster Table to determine the number of hits from cluster munitions, a -1 modifier must be applied to the result, down to a minimum result of 2.<ref name="H:OKp156">''Historical: Operation KLONDIKE'', p. 156, "Prototype Clan Systems"</ref> | ||
== Models == | == Models == | ||
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== Bibliography == | == Bibliography == | ||
* ''[[BattleTech Master Rules]]'' | * ''[[BattleTech Master Rules]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Historical: Operation KLONDIKE]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Mercenaries Supplemental II]]'' | ||
* ''[[TechManual]]'' | * ''[[TechManual]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | ||
Revision as of 10:29, 20 March 2018
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| LB 2-X AC | |
| Production information | |
| Type | Ballistic (Direct/Cluster) |
| Tech Base | Clan / IS |
| Year Availability | Clan = 2826 (CGS)[1][2] |
| Availability Ratings | X[1]/X[1]/E[1] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Heat | Clan = 1[4]
IS = 1[5] |
| Damage | Clan = 2 (slug) 1 per pellet (cluster) |
| Minimum Range | Clan = 4[4]
IS = 4[5] |
| Short Range | Clan = 1-10[4]
IS = 1-9[5] |
| Medium Range | Clan = 11-20[4]
IS = 10-18[5] |
| Long Range | Clan = 21-30[4]
IS = 19-27[5] |
| Tons | Clan = 5[4]
IS = 6[5] |
| Critical Slots | Clan = 3[4]
IS = 4[5] |
| Ammo Per Ton | Clan = 45
IS = 45[5] |
| Cost (unloaded) | Clan = 150,000
IS = 150,000[1] |
| Ammo Cost (per ton) | Clan = 2,000 (slug) 3,000 (cluster) IS = 2,000 (slug) |
| BV (2.0) | Clan = 47[6] 6 (Ammo)[7] |
Description
The LB 2-X AC, originally introduced by Clan Goliath Scorpion, was brought with the Clans during their invasion. It took the Inner Sphere several years, but they were eventually able to bring to technology from the LB 10-X AC to the lightest class of autocannon, as well. Like other LB-X autocannon, the LB 2-X is able to fire in two modes: slug and cluster. The slug shot is a standard autocannon shot that deals 2 points of damage to one location. The cluster round is a shotgun-like ammunition that usually spreads out its shot to find weakened points in an enemy's armor, however, the two shots that an LB 2-X fires are hardly destructive. The LB 2-X AC has the distinction of being the longest-range weapon on the ground, though its limited damage ensures that it sees little use.[2]
Variants
In the years between the Second Exodus and the beginning of Operation KLONDIKE the nascent Clans began development of what would become the LB 2-X. Experimental prototype versions of this new weapon were used during Operation KLONDIKE in small quantities. The Clan Prototype LB 2-X available during this period has identical stats to the Inner Sphere LB 2-X Autocannon, other than that it requires 1 additional critical slot, and when rolling for on the Cluster Table to determine the number of hits from cluster munitions, a -1 modifier must be applied to the result, down to a minimum result of 2.[8]
Models
The LB 2-X AC is manufactured on the following planets:
| Brand | Planet | Company | Used by | References |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Shredder | Hesperus II | Defiance Industries | ??? | [citation needed] |
| Mydron Excel | Bithinia | Bithinian Ballistics | ??? | [citation needed] |
| Type OVR-X | Alshain Itabiana/Twycross |
Bergan Industries Manufacturing Plant SFF-IT1/Trellshire Heavy Industries |
Ryoken II Cardinal Transport |
[9] [10] |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Tech Manual, p. 290, "Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 TechManual, p. 207, "Autocannon - LB-X Autocannon"
- ↑ Mercenaries Supplemental II, p. 88, "Upgraded Technologies Table"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 TechManual, p. 343, "Clan Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 5.7 5.8 TechManual, p. 341, "Inner Sphere Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"
- ↑ TechManual, p. 318, "Clan Weapons and Equipment BV Table"
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 TechManual, p. 317, "Inner Sphere Weapons and Equipment BV Table"
- ↑ Historical: Operation KLONDIKE, p. 156, "Prototype Clan Systems"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3075, p. 144 "Ryoken II"
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3145 Mercenaries, pp. 18-19, "Cardinal Transport"