Editing Marauder

{{otheruses|the iconic 75-ton BattleMech|other uses|Marauder (disambiguation)}}
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=3025-Marauder-Classics.png
|name=''Marauder''
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[[Bowie Industries]]<ref>''Objectives: Lyran Alliance'', p. 7</ref>
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[[Ceres Metal Industries]]<ref>''Objectives: Capellan Confederation'', p. 24</ref><ref name=TRCIp166f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 166–167: "MAD-5L Marauder"</ref> <!-- 5L entry reprinted from TRO:PP -->
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[[General Motors]]<ref>''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 187</ref>
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[[Gibson Federated BattleMechs]]
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[[Ibuki Robotics & Manufacturing]]<ref>''Objectives: Draconis Combine'', p. 30</ref>
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[[Independence Weaponry]]
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[[Majesty Metals and Manufacturing]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 16</ref>
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[[Pinard Protectorates Limited]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 9</ref>
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[[Ronin Incorporated]]
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[[Taurus Territorial Industries]]
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[[Vandenberg Mechanized Industries]]<ref>''Objectives: Periphery'', p. 7</ref>
|model=MAD-3R
|cost= 6,635,125 C-Bills
|Tech Base = Inner Sphere
|mech type =BattleMech
|feet=biped
|mass=75
|production year=2819
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2038/ MUL online date for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|chassis=[[GM Marauder]]
|armor=[[Valiant Lamellor]]
|engine=[[Vlar 300]]
|comsys=[[Dalban Micronics]]
|T&T=[[Dalban HiRez]]
|heat sinks=16 [[Heat Sink|single]]
|speed=64.8
|armament=
* 2x [[PPC]]
* 2x [[medium laser]]
* 1x [[autocannon/5]]
|BV (1.0) = 1,089<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 121</ref>
|BV (2.0) = 1,363<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 298</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 493</ref>
}}

==Description==
The '''''Marauder''''' was first built by [[General Motors]] in [[Introduction Year::2612]] for use as an attack and direct fire support [[BattleMech]]. The ''Marauder'' was one of the most well-known 'Mechs in existence and originally meant to usher in a new generation of 'Mechs. Unfortunately, with the fall of the [[Star League]], this new generation never quite materialized. On its own merits though, the ''Marauder'' was a devastatingly powerful 'Mech, outclassed only by larger machines like the ''[[Stalker]]'' and ''[[BattleMaster]]''.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 98</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 298</ref>

During the years of the Star League the ''Marauder'' was a favorite in the [[Gunslinger Program]] thanks to its tremendous firepower, while its advanced electronics endeared it to many [[battalion]] and [[regiment]]al commanders.  On the hellish battlefields of the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]], massed formations of ''Marauders'' proved devastating as shock units in breaking through enemy lines.  However, the rarity of these 'Mechs ([[House Liao]] only fielded several hundred ''Marauders'' total in [[2828]]) often meant they had to be paired with other, similar 'Mechs such as the ''[[Warhammer]]'' and ''[[Thunderbolt]]''.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 98</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 298</ref>

When the [[Helm Memory Core]] was recovered, the ''Marauder'' was an obvious candidate for [[lostech]] upgrades.  [[House Davion]] were among the first to field an updated variant, but their eagerness backfired when [[House Kurita]] captured [[Quentin]] - and its ''Marauder'' factory - in the [[War of 3039]].  With the Kuritans in possession of this first variant, the [[Federated Commonwealth]] decided to build a second using a different configuration.  Other lostech-inspired variants were also built in time for the [[Clan Invasion]].<ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', p. 174</ref>

A second revitalization of the ''Marauder'' occurred at the hands of the Capellan Confederation, though notably they had never before built the 'Mech themselves.  On behalf of Ceres Metals Industries, the [[Chancellor]] himself, [[Sun-Tzu Liao]], negotiated a deal to acquire the design from General Motors in exchange for allowing [[HildCo Interplanetary]] to resume exporting its products to the [[Federated Suns]].  While a success, disturbing rumors from the [[Periphery]] reported a number of these seemingly backwater realms fielding updated ''Marauders'' of their own, with origins suspected to be of a [[Word of Blake|sinister]] nature.<ref name=TROPP>''Technical Readout: Project Phoenix'', p. 48</ref>

==Weapons and Equipment==
Standing at twelve meters tall,<ref>''Decision at Thunder Rift'', ch. 9</ref> the ''Marauder'' carried a payload dedicated to long-range firepower in the form of two [[Magna Hellstar]] [[PPC]]s and a [[General Motors Whirlwind]] [[Autocannon/5]]. These three weapons all had similar range profiles that allowed the ''Marauder'' use them to their maximum effect at long ranges.  The PPCs were carried in armored gauntlets, matching the same configuration as the ''Warhammer'', but the arms' versatile ball-and-socket joints provided a faster traverse rate and superior field of fire.  Compact enough to be carried in the arms, the Hellstar PPCs were also durable enough to withstand heavy hand-to-hand combat, allowing the ''Marauder'' to bludgeon opponents into scrap.  Firing a three-round burst of 120mm shells,<ref>''Decision at Thunder Rift'', ch. 3</ref> the [[autocannon]] was mounted atop the right torso and fed by one ton of ammunition stored in the left torso.  Added as an afterthought, its connection to the main chassis was tenuous and a successful hit could easily disable the system, while the gun itself was often temperamental.  If the enemy was able to close the range, the ''Marauder'' could rely on its two [[Magna Mk II]] [[medium laser]]s, also mounted in the gauntlets, which provided adequate defense against other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 98</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 298</ref>

The once-unique silhouette of the ''Marauder'' made it much harder to target than the more common humanoid models.  It also originally carried eleven and a half tons of special Valiant Lamellor armor which was superior at distributing kinetic and thermal energy and less massive than other standard armor types.  As the knowledge for its manufacture was lost though, many ''Marauders'' became a patchwork quilt as sections were damaged and had to be replaced.  Sixteen [[heat sinks]] easily allowed a competent [[MechWarrior]] to keep their waste heat under control, while a powerful nineteen-ton [[fusion engine]] gave it a decent cruising speed of 43.2 km/h.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 98</ref><ref name=TRO3039>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 298</ref>

The ''Marauder'' was not without its flaws, potent though it was.  In addition to the weak linkage between its autocannon and chassis, the rotation rings connecting the chassis with the leg assemblies was a similar weak point in the design.  Many ''Marauder'' pilots took to mounting improvised armoring around these points in an attempt to protect these vulnerabilities.  The powerful HiRez tracking system, located in the forward section of the 'Mech, was also known for impeding the pilot's field of view.<ref name=TRO3025>''Technical Readout: 3025'', p. 98</ref>

==Variants==
*; MAD-1R : The earliest version of the ''Marauder'', used by the [[SLDF Royal units|Royal brigades]] of the [[SLDF]], the 1R used [[CASE]] to protect the autocannon ammunition and carried eleven tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor.  It was introduced in [[2612]].<ref name=TRO3075>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 169</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,420<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 178</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 28</ref>

*; MAD-2R : This upgrade of the 1R eventually replaced it in [[2760]]. The PPCs were upgraded to [[ER PPC]]s, necessitating a similar upgrade of the heat sinks to [[double heat sink]]s.<ref name=TRO3075 /> BV (2.0) = 1,630<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 179</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - Age of War'', p. 29</ref>

*; MAD-2T : A [[Taurian Concordat]] version of the Royal ''Marauder'' that swaps the standard autocannon for an [[LB 5-X]]. The standard medium lasers in both arms are replaced with the corresponding ER version.<ref name=rg6p6>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,646<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 21</ref>

*; <span id="MAD-3D">MAD-3D</span> : The 3D ''Marauder'' was a modification of the 'Mech introduced for House Davion in [[2834]] which removed its ammunition dependency. In order to do this, the 3D replaced the Autocannon/5 with a [[Large Laser]]. The saved weight was used to add four more heat sinks to the 'Mech to handle the added heat burden from the large laser.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 202</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,136,<ref name=COFS>''Combat Operations'', p. 127</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,470<ref name=MUL125>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 125</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 490</ref>

*; MAD-3L : Built for House Liao in [[2905]], the 3L attempted to make the ''Marauder'' more heat efficient by replacing one of the arm-mounted particle cannons with a large laser, though this reportedly caused problems with the targeting system which no-one alive understood anymore as of 3025. Additionally, two more heat sinks were added to further increase the ''Marauder''&#39;s heat efficiency.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 203</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,098,<ref name=COCC>''Combat Operations'', p. 122</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,369<ref name=MUL125/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 491</ref>

*; MAD-3M : The 3M was introduced in [[2873]] specifically for the [[Free Worlds League]]. Because of the abundance of large lasers built by that realm and to make up for their shortage in reliable PPCs, the 3M model carried two large lasers in place of the PPCs.  While running cooler than the weapons they replaced, the large lasers also caused slightly less damage. Additionally, the 3M added four heat sinks to the design, making the 'Mech much more manageable for pilots who have trouble with overheating their 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3025/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 204</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,105,<ref name=COFWL>''Combat Operations'', p. 130</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,335<ref name=MUL125/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 492</ref>

*; MAD-4X : This experimental variant was made at [[Ronin Incorporated]]'s facility on [[Wallis]] in [[3039]]. Techs removed the standard weaponry from a ''Marauder'' and replaced the arm mounted weapons with a [[Binary Laser Cannon]] in each arm, while the torso mounted autocannon was replaced by twin [[SRM-6]] launchers backed by one ton of ammunition for each launcher. The ''Marauder''-4X was also noteworthy because it used a [[Prototype Endo Steel]] chassis. To keep the heat under control, technicians installed twelve single heat sinks and six prototype Double Heat Sinks.<ref name=XTRO:SWp7>''Experimental Technical Readout: Succession Wars, Volume 1'', p. 7</ref>

*; MAD-5CS : Developed by [[ComStar]] for the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]], this ''Marauder'' variant is a fairly simplistic upgrade to allow MAD-3R pilots to readily adapt to. The MAD-5CS has an [[Magna Sunspot]] [[ER PPC]] and [[Aberdovey]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in each arm weapon pod while the class 5 autocannon is replaced by a [[Lubalin]] [[LB 10-X]] autocannon with two tons of ammunition. To make room for the new weapons and the eighteen double heat sinks, ComStar techs installed a [[Vlar 300 XL|Vlar 300]] [[XL engine]] from the [[Clanbuster]] cache.<ref name=BoTp172>''BattleTech: Battle of Tukayyid'', p. 172: "Marauder MAD-5CS"</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,648<ref name="MUL_MAD_5CS">[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7600/marauder-mad-5cs MAD-5CS ''Marauder entry on the MUL'']</ref>

*; MAD-5D : The 5D ''Marauder'' was the first updated variant to be designed in the wake of the Helm Memory Core recovery, coming off the factory lines in [[3047]].<ref name="MUL MAD-5D>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2039/marauder-mad-5d MAD-5D ''Marauder entry on the MUL'']</ref> A direct upgrade of the 3D model, the 5D's engine was replaced with a General Motors 300 XL engine, retaining the same speed profile at a much-reduced weight, to allow the entire weapons payload to be stripped out and upgraded. The 5D's primary weapons were two [[Defiance 1001]] [[ER PPC]]s, carried in either arm, supported by a [[Sutel Precision Line]] [[Large Pulse Laser]] in place of the autocannon.  The medium lasers were replaced with two Sutel Precision Line [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, while a [[Federated SuperStreak]] [[Streak SRM-2]] launcher was also added to the left torso, along with one ton of [[CASE]]-protected ammo, for more close-range firepower. The model was protected by fourteen tons of armor, mostly added to the legs and side torsos, and carried sixteen double heat sinks for heat management.  It also had a jumping capability of up to 120 meters thanks to four [[jump jet]]s mounted in its legs.  When the Kuritans captured Quentin, Independence Weaponry began building the 5D to augment their forces; unwilling to completely let go of the design, General Motors also built the 5D for FedCom forces out of [[Kathil]].<ref name=TRO3050/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 206</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,504,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,787<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 176</ref>

*; MAD-5D-DC : The 5D-DC strips out the Streak launcher, ammunition, CASE, and one heat sink from a ''Marauder''-5D to make room for a [[Command Console]].<ref name=rg6p6/> BV (2.0) = 1,787<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 23</ref>

*; MAD-5L : The 5L variant of the 'Mech was the first natively-produced ''Marauder'' variant for the Capellan Confederation.  Introduced in early July [[3067]] and built at the Ceres Metals factories on [[Warlock]] and [[Capella]], the 5L removed the entire weapons payload of the original and upgraded its weapons, armor, and heat sinks. Built on a [[Ceres Metals Lite]] chassis with a [[Rawlings 300 Fusion]] engine, the 'Mech was armored with fourteen tons of [[Ceres Heavy Stealth Armor]] backed up by a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. The 'Mech carried two [[Martell]] [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Ceres Arms]] [[ER medium laser]]s in its arms and, in place of the autocannon, a [[Ceres Arms Warrior]] [[ER PPC]]. The heat from the 5L's all-energy arsenal was handled by eighteen [[double heat sink]]s. Additionally, the 5L was built using [[Triple Strength Myomer]], allowing the 'Mech to run at speeds of up to 86 km/h when it was operating in its optimum heat range.  The electronics were also replaced with a [[Ceres Metals Model 666]] comms system and [[Ceres Bullseye]] tracking system.<ref name=TRCIp166f /><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 207</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,614,<ref name=COCC /> BV (2.0) = 2,286<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 177</ref>

*; MAD-5M : The 5M variant of the ''Marauder'' was introduced in 3051 by Ronin Inc. and Free Worlds Defense Industries for the [[Free Worlds League]]. Compared to the original it replaced the standard fusion engine with an XL engine and completely rearmed the 'Mech with recovered [[Star League]]-era weapons. The primary weapons were two [[Tronel PPL-20]] [[Large Pulse Laser]]s, backed up by two [[Magna 400P]] [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, in either arm. Finally, in place of the Autocannon/5, the 5M carried an [[Oriente Model O]] [[LB 10-X Autocannon]]. The 5M had a jumping distance of up to one hundred and twenty meters thanks to four jump jets mounted in the legs and carried sixteen double heat sinks.  One ton of ammunition for the LB-10-X AC was carried in the left torso and protected by CASE.<ref name=TRO3050/><ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 208</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,391,<ref name=COFWL/> BV (2.0) = 1,471<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 178</ref>

*; MAD-5R : The ''Marauder'' 5R was an upgrade of the 3R model introduced in [[3068]]. The 'Mech carried an XL engine to save weight and its heat sinks upgraded to double-strength models. The PPCs were replaced with two ER PPCs and the Autocannon/5 upgraded to a [[rotary autocannon/5]]; the two medium lasers of the original were retained. Also, for added protection, the 5R mounted fourteen tons of armor and a Guardian ECM Suite. The 'Mech also carries a [[C3 slave]] unit that allows the 'Mech to transmit targeting data to its lancemates.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 209</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,548 (C3: 279),<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,877<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 179</ref>

*; MAD-5S : The 5S variant of the ''Marauder'' dates to the [[Clan Invasion]], introduced in 3051 by Bowie Industries after the Draconis Combine captured plans for the 5D design. The variant was built around an XL engine to save weight and upgraded the heat sinks to double-strength models. Like the 5D, the 5S carried ER PPCs and medium pulse lasers, but replaced the autocannon with a [[Poland Main Model A]] [[Gauss rifle]].  One ton of ammunition for this powerful, long-ranged weapon was carried in the left torso.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 210</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,466,<ref name=COFS /><ref name=COLA>''Combat Operations'', p. 132</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,799<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 180</ref>

*; MAD-5T : The 5T variant of the ''Marauder'' featured elements of both the 5M and the 5R models when it was introduced in 3068. The 5T was built around an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and an XL engine to save weight. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, two large pulse lasers, backed up by two medium pulse lasers and a rotary autocannon/5 in the torso mount. The weapons are all linked to an advanced [[Targeting Computer]], making the 5T incredibly accurate. Finally, the 5T is protected by fourteen tons of armor.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 211</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,390,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,750<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 181</ref>

*; MAD-6L : An upgrade of the 5L introduced in [[3070]], the 6L replaced the lasers with a pair of [[Ceres Arms Crusher]] [[plasma rifle]]s. The particle cannon was also downgraded to a standard Hellstar PPC. The Stealth Armor and attendant Guardian ECM Suite and Triple Strength Myomers were retained, though three less double heat sinks were used.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 212</ref><ref name=BC /><ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 261</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,322<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 182</ref>

*; MAD-7C : This ''Marauder'' variant carries an ER PPC and [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] in each arm. The torso cannon is a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] protected by [[CASE II]] and one ton of ammunition. A C3 slave module is in the head and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] is in the right torso. BV (2.0) = 1,810<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 26</ref>

*; MAD-7D : Another [[House Davion|Davion]] upgrade of the ''Marauder'', the 7D was built in 3068 with an XL engine to save weight. The 'Mech was armed with two ER large lasers and two ER medium lasers, as well as a rotary autocannon/5. These were all linked to a [[targeting computer]], making the -7D extremely accurate. The 'Mech also carried an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare equipment and was armored with fourteen tons of armor.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 213</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,582,<ref name=COFS /> BV (2.0) = 1,986<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 183</ref>

*; MAD-7M : Developed in the Free Worlds League during the [[Jihad]], this derivative of the -5M carries a [[heavy PPC]] and ER medium laser in each arm. The dorsal cannon is reduced to an LB 5-X with a ton of ammunition protected by CASE. It has fifteen double heat sinks and retains the 120 meter jump radius of the -5M.<ref name=rg6p6/> BV (2.0) = 1,908<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 27</ref>

*; MAD-7R : This ''Marauder'' variant is nearly identical to the MAD-7C in that it carries an ER PPC and [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] in each arm. The torso cannon is a [[Light Gauss Rifle]] protected by [[CASE II]]. It retains the [[Guardian ECM Suite]] but the C3 slave module has been replaced by an additional ton of Light Gauss Rifle ammunition, providing thirty-two shots. BV (2.0) = 1,832<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 28</ref>

*; MAD-7S : Like the -7C this Lyran Commonwealth version has an ER PPC and [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] in each arm. The torso cannon is a [[Gauss rifle]] protected by [[CASE II]]. Two tons of Gauss rifle ammo are carried. BV (2.0) = 1,903<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 29</ref>

*; MAD-9D : Introduced during the [[Dark Age]], this version of the ''Marauder'' carried a Clan-built [[ER Large Laser]] in each arm, supported by a [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]. A [[Silver Bullet Gauss rifle|Silver Bullet Gauss rifle]] replaced the old autocannon. To handle the heat load, the 9D carries sixteen double heat sinks mated to a [[Radical Heat Sink System]]. To provide weight for all the weapons and equipment, engineers had to use an [[Endo-Composite]] skeleton, XL engine, and [[XL Gyro]]. BV (2.0) = 1,967<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 159</ref>

*; MAD-9M : A departure from the standard ''Marauder'' design philosophy, the [[3068]] 9M is built using an XL engine and twelve and a half tons of [[Valiant Chainmail]] ferro-fibrous armor. The 'Mech carries, as its primary weapons, four ER Large Lasers for long-range combat. In the event that the 'Mech closes, it has two [[Guided Technologies 2nd Generation]] [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers. The 9M also carries [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] to designate targets for [[Arrow IV]] artillery strikes and an ECM Suite for protection against electronic warfare systems.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 214</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,383,<ref name=COFWL /> BV (2.0) = 1,704<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 184</ref>

*; MAD-9M2 : This upgrade of the 9M replaces the lasers with a pair of [[Magna Supernova]] [[Heavy PPC]]s.<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 215</ref><ref name=BC>''New Death from IrTech''</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 260</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,875<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 185</ref>

*; MAD-9S : The 9S ''Marauder'' is built in 3068 with a [[light fusion engine]] and an [[Endo Steel]] chassis to save weight. The 9S also used double heat sinks to handle its heat intensive weapons payload. The 9S carried two ER PPCs as its primary weapons as well as an LB 10-X Autocannon for long-range combat. For close ranges, the 9S was equipped with two ER medium lasers and a [[flamer]]. The 9S was also equipped with exceptional electronic systems including an ECM Suite and a [[Beagle Active Probe]].<ref>''Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades'', p. 216</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,403,<ref name=COLA /> BV (2.0) = 1,786<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 186</ref>

*; MAD-9W : This Blakist design carried an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in each arm, backed up by a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] in the torso. Five [[Improved Jump Jet]]s allowed it to cover 150 meters at a time, while the [[Improved C3 Computer]] could share targeting data with friendly units. To make room for these improvements it used a light fusion engine, while a [[Heavy-Duty Gyro]] provided significant protection against battlefield damage. BV (2.0) = 1,788<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 187</ref>

*; MAD-9W2 : Based on captured [[Word of Blake]] plans formerly owned by [[Vicore Industries]], the MAD-9W2 carried twin ER large lasers and medium pulse lasers, supported by a single snub-nose PPC. To offset a lower top speed, this ''Marauder'' mounted five [[Improved Jump Jet]]s. A Heavy-Duty Gyro enhanced battlefield longevity, while a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and C3 slave maximized its electronics performance. A light fusion engine provided weight savings to allow all these upgrades. BV (2.0) = 1,868<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 261</ref>

*; MAD-11D : Produced by the Federated Suns, this ''Marauder'' uses an [[Endo-Composite]] skeleton, [[XL Gyro]], and XL engine to free weight. A [[Clan]]-spec ER PPC is in each arm, supported by a Medium X-Pulse Laser. A [[Silver Bullet Gauss Rifle]] with two tons of ammunition is protected by [[CASE II]]. Seventeen double heat sinks keep the weapon heat under control. BV (2.0) = 2,263<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 30</ref>

*; MAD-BR-O ''OmniMarauder'' : The theoretical outcome of a [[3135]] "Future Marauder Feasibility Study" for GM by [[Luke Schteele]], on-loan from Bander BattleMechs, the ''OmniMarauder'' is a cutting edge Clan-tech rebuild and conversion of the iconic design as an [[OmniMech]]. Protected by sixteen and half tons of [[Ferro-Lamellor]] armor and built around a Clan-grade Endo Steel frame, a Clan 300 XL engine, Inner Sphere Compact Gyro and twelve Clan Double Heat Sinks allow the MAD-BR-O to retain thirty-five and half tons of pod space. Two Configurations were suggested by Schteele and while certainly more lethal than any ''Marauder'' to date, the result is also prohibitively expensive and unlikely to ever see production.<ref name=ETRCEp16>''Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor'', pp. 16–17: "MAD-BR-O ''OmniMarauder''"</ref>
::* Prime - A modern take on the MAD-3R layout, the ''OmniMarauder'' Prime carries a Clan ER PPC and ER Medium in each arm in support of a [[HAG 30]] in the right torso. With the mammoth HAG protected by [[CASE II]], three tons of HAG munitions and four extra double heat sinks keep the Prime in the thick of the fighting. BV (2.0) = 2,836<ref name=ETRCEp16/>
::* Alternate Configuration A - The ''OmniMarauder'' A is built around Inner Sphere weapons as yet unsurpassed by the Clans, carrying a plasma rifle and a ton of reloads in each arm supported by as mammoth [[Heavy Gauss Rifle]] split between the right and center torsos, fed from two tons of HGR rounds. Clan-grade CASE II in the right and center torsos to shield the pilot against the massive cannon exploding and a Clan [[Light TAG]] round out the design. BV (2.0) = 2,127<ref name=ETRCEp16/>

*; Marauder C : Intended for use by second-line, garrison, and ''[[solahma]]'' forces, the Clans replaced some of the Inner Sphere weaponry of ''Marauders'' captured during [[Operation REVIVAL]] with Clan equivalents. The PPCs were swapped for a pair of Clan-tech [[Large Pulse Laser]]s and the standard autocannon for an [[Ultra AC/5]] model, with the single ton of ammunition protected by [[CASE]]. The IS medium lasers were left in place, as were the single heat sinks.<ref name=BFT>''The Battle for Twycross'', p. 48</ref>. BV (2.0) = 1,711<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 33</ref>

* [[Dual Cockpit]] refits: The ''Marauder'' was one of the [[Free Worlds League]]'s preferred 'Mechs to install Dual Cockpits. Standard refits usually install the Dual Cockpit on an MAD-3M or MAD-5D, removing one heat sink.

===Custom Variants===
*; MAD-SD ''Marauder'' Douglass : The personal 'Mech of [[12th Vegan Rangers]] Alpha Regiment commander [[Margrave]] [[Sheridan Douglass]] during the [[DCMS]]'s [[Third Succession War]] invasion of [[Galtor III]], only the arm mounted medium lasers remain, with each PPC replaced by a large laser and the autocannon swapped for a pair of [[SRM-4]] launchers with a shared ton of reloads. The remaining weight and space was devoted to five additional heat sinks and three extra tons of armor.  BV (2.0) = 1,459<ref name="HTPG">''Historical Turning Points: Galtor'', p. 21</ref>

*; MAD-7D ''Marauder'' Von Staskov : The personal 'Mech of [[Calderon's Commando]] commander [[Marshal (rank)|Marshal]] [[Vrabel von Staskov]] circa [[3088]], an ER PPC and medium laser are mounted in each arm, supported by a center torso mounted [[Light AC/5]] fed from a single ton of reloads. Built around a 300 rated light fusion engine and clad in [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] armor, von Staskov's 'Mech is fitted with Double Heat Sinks, Jump Jets and Triple Strength Myomer.<ref name=OTPFR-39>''Operational Turning Points: Fronc Reaches'', p. 39: "Marauder MAD-7D (Von Staskov)"</ref>

*;<span id="MAD-BD3015>Bounty Hunter model (3015)</span> : This unusual variant piloted by the [[Bounty Hunter]] featured various lostech equipment: the standard 300 Vlar fusion engine was downgrade to a 225-rated version giving it a top speed of 54 km/h. It mounted a standard [[PPC]] and a medium laser in each arm while another PPC and medium laser were mounted on the right torso; additional medium lasers were mounted in the center and left torso. Sixteen double heat sinks were used to cool this beast down, allowing it to firing all 3 PPCs without even generating excess heat. It featured fourteen and a half tons of standard armor, giving it maximum armor for its weight, and was capable of jumping over 90 meters with three jump jets. It was also painted all green with credit symbols. BV (1.0) = 1,686 BV (2.0) = 1,919<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 189</ref>

*;<span id="MAD-BD3044>Bounty Hunter model (3044)</span> : The Bounty Hunter upgraded his ''Marauder'' sometime in [[3044]].  The fusion engine was upgraded to an extra-light version while keeping it at the same rating to save weight, though the increased size meant three heat sinks had to be removed. The standard PPCs were upgraded to ER PPCs, both the left and right torso-mounted medium lasers were removed while the center torso medium laser was moved to the head to make room for a [[Gauss rifle]] on the right torso and two tons of ammunition. This upgrade allowed the Bounty Hunter to engage enemies at a far greater range while still able to continuously operate without fear of overheating. BV (1.0) = 1,788 BV (2.0) = 2,103<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 190</ref>

*; Bounty Hunter model (3138) : Sometime after 3044, the Bounty Hunter was able to source Clan equipment. Each of the ''Marauder''&#39;s arms carries a Clan-grade ER PPC supported by a medium laser. The Gauss rifle has also been replaced by a Clan-grade model with one ton of ammunition. Four jump jets remain installed and fifteen double heat sinks have been installed. BV (2.0) = 2,708<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 34</ref>

*; Red Hunter (3146) : Piloted by a descendant of [[Hassid Ricol]], this ''Marauder'' carries a [[snub-nose PPC]] with a [[PPC capacitor]] and Clan-spec ER medium laser in each arm. It carries a Clan-grade [[Ultra AC/10]] with two tons of ammunition in the right torso; ammunition is protected by CASE II. Fourteen double heat sinks are fitted and a [[supercharger]] allows the 'Mech to reach a top speed of 86 km/h. For protection, the 'Mech carries [[Ballistic Reinforced Armor]]. BV (2.0) = 2,509<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6'', p. 35</ref>

== Design Quirks ==
The ''Marauder'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 93: Design Quirk Table - Marauder Entry.</ref>
* [[Command BattleMech]]
* [[Directional Torso Mount|Directional Torso Mount (RT)]]
* [[Hyper-Extending Actuators]]
* [[Narrow/Low Profile]]
* [[Exposed Weapon Linkage|Exposed Weapon Linkage (AC/5)]]

The MAD-4X ''Marauder'' variant is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=XTRO:SWp7/>
* [[Combat Computer]]
* [[Cramped Cockpit]]
* [[Difficult to Maintain]]
* [[Improved Cooling Jacket|Improved Cooling Jackets (Binary Lasers)]]
* [[No Ejection Mechanism|No Ejection System]]

==Related BattleMechs==
* ''[[Bandersnatch]]'' - Designed by [[Felifious Bander]], the ''Bandersnatch'' was designed with a similar profile and weapons layout to the ''Marauder'', and maintains common components to ease repair and allow an excess of spare parts.  The ''Bandersnatch'' mounts an [[LB 10-X AC]] and a pair of medium lasers in each arm.  The 'Mech also mounts a trio of [[LRM-5]]s and a pair of medium lasers in the torso.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 66–67</ref>

* ''[[Rakshasa]]'' - Based upon the ''[[Timber Wolf]]'' Clan OmniMech, the basic ''Rakshasa'' is a modified ''Marauder'' with a paired [[ER Large Laser]] and medium laser in each arm, and [[Artemis IV FCS]]-slaved [[LRM-10]]s in the side torsos.  The ''Rakshasa'' also possesses a single [[Medium Pulse Laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 72–73</ref>

* ''[[Dragon Fire]]'' - The ''Dragon Fire'' is among a series of Star League-era ''Marauder''-series BattleMechs.  However, the ''Dragon Fire'' never reached full-scale production due to the [[Amaris Civil War]].  The ''Dragon Fire'' replaces the energy-weapon heavy ''Marauder'' armament with an [[LB 10-X AC]], a [[Gauss rifle]], and an assortment of torso-mounted lasers.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 128–129</ref>

* ''[[Maelstrom (BattleMech)|Maelstrom]]'' - The ''Maelstrom'' is among a series of Star League-era ''Marauder''-series BattleMechs.  The [[Amaris Civil War]] curtailed the production of the ''Maelstrom'', making the BattleMech rare until plans were rediscovered with the [[Gray Death Memory Core]].  The ''Maelstrom'' maintains a heavy array of energy weapons, highlighted by an [[ER PPC]] and an [[ER Large Laser]].  The ''Maelstrom'' also mounts TAG.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 130–132</ref>

* ''[[Nightstar]]'' - The ''Nightstar'' is among a handful of Star League-era ''Marauder''-series BattleMechs.  Production for the ''Nightstar'' ceased right after the start of the [[First Succession War]].  The basic ''Nightstar'' features arm-mounted [[Gauss rifle]]s and [[Medium Pulse Laser|Medium Pulse Lasers]], along with an [[ER PPC]] and a [[Small Laser]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 144–145</ref>

* ''[[Marauder IIC]]'' - One of the [['Mech]]s the [[SLDF]] took with them when they left the [[Inner Sphere]] was the venerable ''Marauder''. Their descendants the [[Clan]]s redesigned it into an 85-ton variant that mounts three [[ER PPC]]s, a pair of [[Medium Pulse Lasers]] and four [[ER Small Lasers]].

* ''[[Marauder II]]'' - Originally built as a collaboration between GM and [[Blackwell Heavy Industries]] exclusively for the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] [[mercenary unit]], the ''Marauder II'' mates the abilities of the fearsome ''Marauder'' to a massively strengthened jump capable 100 ton assault 'Mech chassis.

* ''[[Timber Wolf]]'' - When [[Operation Revival]] first started, the then-unknown invaders used 'Mechs not recognized by targeting systems. One such instance involved a confused targeting system identifying a ''Timber Wolf'' as either an MAD-series ''Marauder'' or CAT-series ''Catapult'', due to physical similarities to both. After-action analysis of the data recording resulted in the ''Timber Wolf'' being dubbed with the operational name "Mad Cat" by Inner Sphere forces.

==Notable Pilots==
:''See [[:Category:Notable Marauder Pilots]]''

==Notes==
* The ''Marauder'' BattleMech is one of the most iconic early BattleMechs featured in BattleTech (and previously [[Battledroids]]). ''Marauder'' miniatures have been resculpted several times, more recently due to legal disputes. The original ''Marauder'' artwork and figures are [[Unseen]], bearing striking resemblance to Zentraedi Officer's Battle Pods (''Roiquonmi Glaug'' Battle Pod) from the anime series ''The Super Dimension Fortress Macross'' from which they derived. [[Reseen]] ''Marauder'' images have replaced previous artwork, and aspects of the design have influenced artwork and construction for several other BattleMechs.

* In German products, the unit's name was translated to '''''Marodeur'''''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''MAR-3D'''.

* In French products, the unit's name was translated to '''''Maraudeur'''''.

==Gallery==
<gallery>
3025_marauder.jpg|Original [[Unseen]] MAD-3R ''Marauder'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3025|TRO:3025]]''
MAD-5D.png|Unseen MAD-5D ''Marauder'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3050|TRO:3050]]''
Mad-5l marauder.jpg|MAD-5L ''Marauder'' from ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix|TRO:Phoenix]]''
Mad-5r marauder.png|MAD-5R ''Marauder'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Mad-5t marauder.png|MAD-5T ''Marauder'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Mad-7d marauder.png|MAD-7D ''Marauder'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Mad-9s marauder.png|MAD-9S ''Marauder'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Mad-9m marauder.png|MAD-9M ''Marauder'' from ''TRO:Phoenix''
Mad-9W2 Marauder.png |MAD-9W2 ''Marauder'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]''
Marauder_MAD-4X_XTROSW1.jpg|Prototype MAD-4X ''Marauder'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Succession Wars, Volume 1|XTRO:SW Vol. 1]]''
Omnimarauder.png|MAD-BR-O ''OmniMarauder'' from ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor|XTRO:Caveat Emptor]]''
3025-Marauder-Classics.png|''Marauder'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 6|RG:ilClan v6]]''
Marauder Schematic.jpg|Schematics of ''Marauder'' from ''[[BattleForce]]'' rulebook
Camoliaochestertonreserves.png|''Marauder'' in colors of [[Chesterton Reserves]] from ''[[Camo Specs]]''
Marauder (Hassid Ricol) CMKurita.png|''Marauder'' piloted by Duke [[Hassid Ricol]] from ''[[Combat Manual: Kurita|CM:Kurita]]''
Marauder 2R (J Winson) BTLegends.jpg|MAD-2R ''Marauder'' piloted by [[Jerome Winson]] from ''[[BattleTech: Legends|BT:Legends]]''
Marauder (Grayson Carlyle) BTLegends.jpg|MAD-3R ''Marauder'' piloted by [[Grayson Carlyle]] from ''BT:Legends''
Marauder (Bounty Hunter) BTLegends.jpg|Customized MAD-3R ''Marauder'' piloted by the [[Bounty Hunter]] from ''BT:Legends''
Marauder (Akaryōshi) BTLegends.jpg|[[Abdoun Ricol|Abdoun Ricol's]] ''Marauder'' ''Akaryōshi'' from ''BT:Legends''
Marauder_MW1stE.PNG|''Marauder'' from ''[[MechWarrior: The BattleTech Role Playing Game]]''
Marauder TGC.jpg|''Marauder'' from ''[[The Galtor Campaign]]''
MWO Marauder.png|Concept art of the ''Marauder'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
Battledroids-Marauder.jpg|''Marauder'' standee from ''[[Battledroids]]''
BattleTech2e-Marauder.jpg|''Marauder'' standee from ''[[BattleTech, Second Edition]]''
Mechs-Marauder.jpg|''Marauder'' miniature (missing an arm) from ''[[...Mechs!]]'' (also used in ''[[BattleTech, Third Edition]]'')
Inner Sphere Command Lance - Marauder.jpg|''Marauder'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Inner Sphere Command Lance]]''
Legendary MechWarriors Pack - Marauder.jpg|''Marauder'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Legendary MechWarriors Pack]]''
</gallery>

==References==
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