Sarna News: Bad 'Mechs - Icestorm

Difference between revisions of "Orion"

(corrected format for new template)
m
Line 1: Line 1:
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=3025_Orion1.jpg
+
|image=3025 Orion1.jpg
 
|name=Orion
 
|name=Orion
 
|manufacturer=Kali Yama Weapons Industries
 
|manufacturer=Kali Yama Weapons Industries
Line 10: Line 10:
 
|engine=Vlar 300
 
|engine=Vlar 300
 
|speed=64.8
 
|speed=64.8
|armament=  
+
|armament=
 
*1x[[Autocannon/10]]
 
*1x[[Autocannon/10]]
*1x[[LRM 15]]
+
*1x[[LRM-15]]
 
*2x[[Medium Laser]]s
 
*2x[[Medium Laser]]s
*1x[[SRM 4]]
+
*1x[[SRM-4]]
 
|BV (1.0)=1,069
 
|BV (1.0)=1,069
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The ''Orion'' was first built in [[2570]] as, at the time, the ultimate [[BattleMech]]. The ''Orion'' is a dependable workhorse design that can handle almost any combat role thanks to its mix of long and short range weapons and its fourteen tons of armor. The ''Orion'' also has a maximum ground speed of 64.8 kph which is average for 'Mechs in the heavy weight class. Additionally the ''Orion'' is a 'Mech that is enjoyed by technicians because of the easy access to internal components. Finally, while not a design issue, the ''Orion'' has been favored as a command 'Mech and was notably the favored 'Mech of [[General Kerensky]] and [[Theodore Kurita]].
+
The ''Orion'' was first built in [[2570]] as, at the time, the ultimate [[BattleMech]]. The ''Orion'' is a dependable workhorse design that can handle almost any combat role thanks to its mix of long and short range weaponry combined with its respectable fourteen tons of armor. The ''Orion'' has a maximum ground speed of 64.8 km/h, which is average for 'Mechs in the heavy weight class.
 +
 
 +
Technicians love the ''Orion'' for its spacey interior which makes performing repairs and maintenance on an ''Orion'' far easier. The 'Mech is has long been favored as a command 'Mech and was notably the preferred 'Mech of [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] and [[Theodore Kurita]].
  
 
==Armament==
 
==Armament==
As mentioned earlier the ''Orion'' has a varied weapons mix. The 'Mechs primary long-range weapon is a KaliYama Death Bloom [[LRM 15]] launcher. For intermediate ranges the ''Orion'' carries a KaliYama Class 10 [[Autocannon/10]]. Finally for close range combat the ''Orion'' has an Irian Weapons Works Class 4 [[SRM 4]] and two Irian Weapons Works [[Medium Laser]]s.
+
As mentioned earlier, the ''Orion'' has a varied weapons mix. The 'Mech's primary long-range weapon is a KaliYama Death Bloom [[LRM-15]] launcher. For intermediate ranges the ''Orion'' carries a KaliYama Class 10 [[Autocannon/10]]. Finally, for close range combat the ''Orion'' has an Irian Weapons Works Class 4 [[SRM-4]] launcher and two Irian Weapons Works [[Medium Laser]]s.
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
 
+
*ON1-M - This variant is an upgrade using [[Star League]] technology. The LRM-15 has been replaced with a [[LRM-20]] launcher and the Autocannon/10 has been upgraded ton an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. The SRM-4 and the Medium Lasers have been retained. A [[Narc Missile Beacon]] was also added to the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,192
ON1-M - This variant is an upgrade using [[Star League]] technology. The [[LRM 15]] has been upgraded to an [[LRM 20]] launcher and the [[Autocannon/10]] has been upgraded ton an [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]. The SRM 4 and the Medium Lasers have been retained. a [[Narc Missile Beacon]] has also been added to the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,192
+
*ON1-V - A basic modification of the ON1-K the ON1-V removes three tons of armor to make room for an additional SRM-4 launcher giving the ''Orion'' even greater close range damage capabilities. BV (1.0) = 931
 
+
*ON1-VA - A modification along the same lines as the ON1-V the VA model removes the LRM launcher instead of removing armor to add the additional SRM-4 launcher, sacrificing some long range damage capabilities for superior close combat capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,111
ON1-V - A basic modification of the ON1-K the ON1-V removes three tons of armor to make room for an additional SRM 4 launcher giving the ''Orion'' even greater close range damage capabilities. BV (1.0) = 931
+
*ON2-M - The 2M is another upgrade of the ''Orion'' using Star League technology. The 'Mech is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and utilizes ten [[double heat sink]]s to save weight and for their greater heat dissipation ability. For long-range combat the ON2-M is armed with a [[Gauss Rifle]] as well as a LRM-15 linked to an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]] for increased accuracy. For closer ranges the 'Mech has three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. The ON2-M is armored with twelve and a half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = 1,633
 
 
ON1-VA - A modification along the same lines as the ON1-V the VA model removes the LRM launcher instead of removing armor to add the additional SRM 4 launcher sacrificing some long range damage capabilities for superior close combat capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,111
 
 
 
ON2-M - The 2M is another upgrade of the ''Orion'' using [[Star League]] technology. The 'Mech is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and utilizes ten [[double heat sink]]s to save weight and for their greater heat dissipation ability. The ON2-M is armed with a LRM 15 with [[Artemis IV]] for increased accuracy as well as a [[Gauss Rifle]] for long-range combat. For closer ranges the 'Mech has three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. The ON2-M is also armored with twelve and a half tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = 1,633
 
 
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
Line 41: Line 38:
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3025]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3025]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3050]]
 
*[[Technical Readout: 3050]]
 
  
 
[[Category:BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]]

Revision as of 12:01, 21 December 2006

Orion
Orion
Production information
Manufacturer Kali Yama Weapons Industries
Model ON1-K
Class Heavy
Technical specifications
Mass 75 tons
Chassis GM Marauder
Armor Valiant Lamellor
Engine Vlar 300
Speed 64.8 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,069


Description

The Orion was first built in 2570 as, at the time, the ultimate BattleMech. The Orion is a dependable workhorse design that can handle almost any combat role thanks to its mix of long and short range weaponry combined with its respectable fourteen tons of armor. The Orion has a maximum ground speed of 64.8 km/h, which is average for 'Mechs in the heavy weight class.

Technicians love the Orion for its spacey interior which makes performing repairs and maintenance on an Orion far easier. The 'Mech is has long been favored as a command 'Mech and was notably the preferred 'Mech of Aleksandr Kerensky and Theodore Kurita.

Armament

As mentioned earlier, the Orion has a varied weapons mix. The 'Mech's primary long-range weapon is a KaliYama Death Bloom LRM-15 launcher. For intermediate ranges the Orion carries a KaliYama Class 10 Autocannon/10. Finally, for close range combat the Orion has an Irian Weapons Works Class 4 SRM-4 launcher and two Irian Weapons Works Medium Lasers.

Variants

  • ON1-M - This variant is an upgrade using Star League technology. The LRM-15 has been replaced with a LRM-20 launcher and the Autocannon/10 has been upgraded ton an LB-X Autocannon/10. The SRM-4 and the Medium Lasers have been retained. A Narc Missile Beacon was also added to the 'Mech. BV (1.0) = 1,192
  • ON1-V - A basic modification of the ON1-K the ON1-V removes three tons of armor to make room for an additional SRM-4 launcher giving the Orion even greater close range damage capabilities. BV (1.0) = 931
  • ON1-VA - A modification along the same lines as the ON1-V the VA model removes the LRM launcher instead of removing armor to add the additional SRM-4 launcher, sacrificing some long range damage capabilities for superior close combat capabilities. BV (1.0) = 1,111
  • ON2-M - The 2M is another upgrade of the Orion using Star League technology. The 'Mech is built using an Endo Steel chassis and utilizes ten double heat sinks to save weight and for their greater heat dissipation ability. For long-range combat the ON2-M is armed with a Gauss Rifle as well as a LRM-15 linked to an Artemis IV Fire Control System for increased accuracy. For closer ranges the 'Mech has three Medium Pulse Lasers. The ON2-M is armored with twelve and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. BV (1.0) = 1,633

References