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Line 1: {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Pinion.jpg + | image = Pinion.jpg − |name = ''Pinion'' + | name = Pinion − |manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weapons]] + | manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weapons]] − |production year = 3065 + |production year=3065 − |year reference = <ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', pp. 114–115</ref> + |year reference=<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 114-115</ref> − |cost = 4,289,390 [[C-bill]]s + | cost = 4,289,390 C-bills − |model = Standard+ |Tech Base=Clan − |Tech Base = Clan + |mech type=BattleMech − |mech type = BattleMech + | mass = 45 − |mass = 45 + | chassis = Olivetti Stage 3 − |chassis = [[Olivetti Stage 3]] + | armor = Raydient Series 2 − |armor = [[Raydient Series 2]] + | engine = Fusion 225 [[Fusion Engine|Standard]] − |engine = 225-rated [[fusion engine]] + | comsys = [[Squawkbox 3.56]] − |comsys = [[Squawkbox 3.56]] + | T&T = [[ Olivetti Pinpoint Advanced]] − |T&T = [[Olivetti Pinpoint Advanced]] + | heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat sinks]] − |heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat sink|double]] + | speed = 86 − |speed = 86.4 + | jumpjets = [[Clan Standard Type A1]] − |jumpjets = [[Clan Standard Type A1]] + | armament = Primary Configuration − |armament = + *1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] − * 1x [[heavy large laser]] + *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s − * 2x [[medium pulse laser]]s + *4x [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s − * 4x [[micro pulse laser]]s + | BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref name=TRO3067/> − |BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref name=TRO3067/> + | BV (2.0) = 1,646<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 199</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 1,646<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 199</ref> + }} − }} ==Description== ==Description== − The '''''Pinion''''' is part testbed, part leftovers. Developed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] and introduced into service in [[3065]], the ''Pinion'' [[BattleMech]] is the second [[Clan]] 'Mech to be produced by [[Olivetti Weapons]] on [[Sudeten]]. The second-line BattleMech was designed as a patrol and guard duty 'Mech, so it has modest speed coupled with good maneuverability thanks to its jump jet range of 150 meters. Additionally, the ''Pinion'' is meant to test the effectiveness and drawbacks of [[heavy laser]]s, as early reports from [[Clan Star Adder]] indicated heavy lasers are unreliable and possibly damaging to the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]. In order to properly judge the effect of this new weapon, the Falcons decided to use garrison MechWarriors as guinea pigs. Their vitals were carefully tracked and medical evaluations were administered weekly as part of these tests. + The '''''Pinion''''' is part test-bed, part leftovers. Developed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] and introduced into service in [[3065]], the ''Pinion'' [[BattleMech]] is the second [[Clan]] 'Mech to be produced by [[Olivetti Weapons]] on [[Sudeten]]. The second-line BattleMech was designed as a patrol/guard duty 'Mech, so it has modest speed coupled with good maneuverability. − The leftovers in the 'Mech are its [[micro pulse laser]]s. Micro pulse lasers were developed for [[ProtoMech]] production, but when Khan [[Marthe Pryde]] killed the program in [[3064]], the Falcons were left with an overabundance of leftover lasers. Despite the weapons being unwanted, the Jade Falcons have decided to utilize them on the ''Pinion'' rather than waste these resources. When the supplies of micro pulse lasers are used up, the ''Pinion'' will be refitted and retrofitted with heavier weapons already in production.<ref name=TRO3067/> + Additionally, the ''Pinion'' is meant to test the effectiveness and drawbacks of [[Heavy Laser|heavy lasers]]. Early reports from [[Clan Star Adder]] indicated heavy lasers are unreliable and possibly damaging to the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]. In order to properly judge the effect of this new weapon, the Falcons decided to use garrison MechWarriors as guinea pigs. Their vitals were carefully tracked and medical evaluations were administered weekly as part of these tests. + + The leftovers in the 'Mech are its [[Micro Pulse Laser|micro pulse laser]]s. Micro pulse lasers were developed for [[ProtoMech]] production, but when Khan [[Marthe Pryde]] killed the program in [[3064]], the Falcons were left with an overabundance of leftover lasers. Rather than waste this (unwanted) resource, the Jade Falcons have decided to utilize them on the ''Pinion''. When the supplies of micro pulse lasers are used up, the ''Pinion'' will be refitted and retrofitted with heavier weapons already in production.<ref name=TRO3067/> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The largest gun on the ''Pinion'' is its [[Witherer]] [[heavy large laser]]. Although it experiences some targeting difficulties, it packs a strong punch into a relatively small package. On the opposite end of the spectrum are the four [[Raid]] [[micro pulse laser]]s mounted in the ''Pinion''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s torso. These weapons are only useful at point-blank range, but the pulse technology makes them quite accurate, and make the ''Pinion'' devastating against conventional [[infantry]]. The [[Series 14a]] [[medium pulse laser]]s have a decent range and are highly accurate and provide reliable, mid-range firepower. This all-energy weapon configuration allows the 'Mech to range far and wide without having to worry about resupply or ammunition explosions in combat. 14 [[double heat sink]]s keeps the 'Mech fairly cool, though an [[Alpha strike (Tactic)|alpha strike]] will seriously overheat it.<ref name=TRO3067/> + The largest gun on the ''Pinion'' is its Witherer [[Heavy Large Laser]]. Though it is somewhat difficult to hit with, it packs a strong punch into a relatively small package. On the opposite end of the spectrum is the four Raid Micro Pulse Lasers that mounted in the ''Pinion's'' torso. These weapons are only useful at pointblank range, but the pulse technology makes it easier to hit with them. These make the ''Pinion'' devastating against conventional [[infantry]]. The Series 14a [[Medium Pulse Laser]] has a decent range and is also easy to hit with. This all-energy weapon configuration allows the 'Mech to range far and wide without having to worry about resupply or ammunition explosions in combat. Fourteen [[double heat sink]]s keeps the 'Mech fairly cool, though an [[Alpha strike (Tactic)|alpha strike]] will seriously overheat it.<ref name=TRO3067/> ==Variants== ==Variants== − *; ''Pinion'' 2 : This variant replaces the four [[micro pulse laser]]s with a pair of [[small pulse laser]]s. This keeps the damage output the same, but the small lasers have a better range while still being effective against [[infantry]].<ref name=TRO3067/> BV (1.0) = 1,490;<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 116</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,657<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 200</ref> + *;''Pinion 2'' : This variant replaces the four Micro Pulse Lasers with a pair of [[Small Pulse Laser]]s. These lasers deal the same amount of damage as each other, but the smalls have a better range and are still effective against [[infantry]].<ref name=TRO3067/> BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 116</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,657<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 200</ref> − − *; ''Pinion'' 3 : This variant is equipped with a pair of [[heavy large laser]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,611<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 201</ref> − ==Design Quirks==+ *;''Pinion 3'' : This variant is equipped with a pair of Heavy Large Lasers. BV (2.0) = 1,611<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 201</ref> − The ''Pinion'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Pinion Entry</ref> − * [[Bad Reputation|Bad Reputation (Clan)]] ==Notes== ==Notes== − * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''''Fittich'''''.+ In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Fittich'''. ==Gallery== ==Gallery== Line 55:
Line 52: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' + *''[[Combat Operations]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Pinion.jpg | + | | image = Pinion.jpg |
| − | |name = | + | | name = Pinion |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weapons]] | + | | manufacturer = [[Olivetti Weapons]] |
| − | |production year = 3065 | + | |production year=3065 |
| − | |year reference = <ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', | + | |year reference=<ref name=TRO3067>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 114-115</ref> |
| − | |cost = 4,289,390 | + | | cost = 4,289,390 C-bills |
| − | + | |Tech Base=Clan | |
| − | |Tech Base = Clan | + | |mech type=BattleMech |
| − | |mech type = BattleMech | + | | mass = 45 |
| − | |mass = 45 | + | | chassis = Olivetti Stage 3 |
| − | |chassis = | + | | armor = Raydient Series 2 |
| − | |armor = | + | | engine = Fusion 225 [[Fusion Engine|Standard]] |
| − | |engine = 225 | + | | comsys = [[Squawkbox 3.56]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Squawkbox 3.56]] | + | | T&T = [[ Olivetti Pinpoint Advanced]] |
| − | |T&T = [[Olivetti Pinpoint Advanced]] | + | | heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat sinks]] |
| − | |heat sinks = 14 [[Double heat | + | | speed = 86 |
| − | |speed = 86 | + | | jumpjets = [[Clan Standard Type A1]] |
| − | |jumpjets = [[Clan Standard Type A1]] | + | | armament = Primary Configuration |
| − | |armament = | + | *1x [[Heavy Large Laser]] |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s |
| − | * 2x [[ | + | *4x [[Micro Pulse Laser]]s |
| − | * 4x [[ | + | | BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref name=TRO3067/> |
| − | |BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref name=TRO3067/> | + | | BV (2.0) = 1,646<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 199</ref> |
| − | |BV (2.0) = 1,646<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 199</ref> | + | }} |
| − | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Pinion''''' is part | + | The '''''Pinion''''' is part test-bed, part leftovers. Developed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] and introduced into service in [[3065]], the ''Pinion'' [[BattleMech]] is the second [[Clan]] 'Mech to be produced by [[Olivetti Weapons]] on [[Sudeten]]. The second-line BattleMech was designed as a patrol/guard duty 'Mech, so it has modest speed coupled with good maneuverability. |
| − | The leftovers in the 'Mech are its [[micro pulse laser]]s. Micro pulse lasers were developed for [[ProtoMech]] production, but when Khan [[Marthe Pryde]] killed the program in [[3064]], the Falcons were left with an overabundance of leftover lasers. | + | Additionally, the ''Pinion'' is meant to test the effectiveness and drawbacks of [[Heavy Laser|heavy lasers]]. Early reports from [[Clan Star Adder]] indicated heavy lasers are unreliable and possibly damaging to the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]. In order to properly judge the effect of this new weapon, the Falcons decided to use garrison MechWarriors as guinea pigs. Their vitals were carefully tracked and medical evaluations were administered weekly as part of these tests. |
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| + | The leftovers in the 'Mech are its [[Micro Pulse Laser|micro pulse laser]]s. Micro pulse lasers were developed for [[ProtoMech]] production, but when Khan [[Marthe Pryde]] killed the program in [[3064]], the Falcons were left with an overabundance of leftover lasers. Rather than waste this (unwanted) resource, the Jade Falcons have decided to utilize them on the ''Pinion''. When the supplies of micro pulse lasers are used up, the ''Pinion'' will be refitted and retrofitted with heavier weapons already in production.<ref name=TRO3067/> | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The largest gun on the ''Pinion'' is its | + | The largest gun on the ''Pinion'' is its Witherer [[Heavy Large Laser]]. Though it is somewhat difficult to hit with, it packs a strong punch into a relatively small package. On the opposite end of the spectrum is the four Raid Micro Pulse Lasers that mounted in the ''Pinion's'' torso. These weapons are only useful at pointblank range, but the pulse technology makes it easier to hit with them. These make the ''Pinion'' devastating against conventional [[infantry]]. The Series 14a [[Medium Pulse Laser]] has a decent range and is also easy to hit with. This all-energy weapon configuration allows the 'Mech to range far and wide without having to worry about resupply or ammunition explosions in combat. Fourteen [[double heat sink]]s keeps the 'Mech fairly cool, though an [[Alpha strike (Tactic)|alpha strike]] will seriously overheat it.<ref name=TRO3067/> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; ''Pinion'' | + | *;''Pinion 2'' : This variant replaces the four Micro Pulse Lasers with a pair of [[Small Pulse Laser]]s. These lasers deal the same amount of damage as each other, but the smalls have a better range and are still effective against [[infantry]].<ref name=TRO3067/> BV (1.0) = 1,490<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 116</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,657<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 200</ref> |
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| − | + | *;''Pinion 3'' : This variant is equipped with a pair of Heavy Large Lasers. BV (2.0) = 1,611<ref>''Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged'', p. 201</ref> | |
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==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | + | In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to '''Fittich'''. | |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | + | *''[[Combat Operations]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3067 Unabridged]]'' |
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] | ||