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*; STK-5M : An upgrade originating from the Free Worlds League, the 5M variant of the ''Stalker'' was introduced in [[3050]] using moderate amounts of Star League technology.  Most of the weaponry was retained but both large lasers were removed for a single [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] placed in the 'Mech's centerline and an [[Octagon Missile Magnet]] [[Narc Missile Beacon]] in the left torso accompanied by two tons of reloads, allowing the ''Stalker'' to tag enemy units with homing beacon and direct friendly missile fire onto them.  The seventeen [[double heat sink]]s of the 5M afford it far greater heat efficiency than the twenty single heat sinks of previous models, although it still could not handle firing all of its weaponry simultaneously, and an additional ton of armor was added for survivability. Other changes included the use of proprietary components such as an [[Irian E.A.R.]] communications system, [[Riese-456]] armor and an [[Irian Chassis Class 30]]. Unfortunately the designers of the new 5M dismissed the inclusion of [[CASE]], a factor which led directly to the deaths of several ''Stalkers'' during the Clan Invasion due to ammunition cook-offs caused by overheating and weapon penetrations. BV (1.0) = 1,316, BV (2.0) = 1,655<ref name=TRO3050u/>
 
*; STK-5M : An upgrade originating from the Free Worlds League, the 5M variant of the ''Stalker'' was introduced in [[3050]] using moderate amounts of Star League technology.  Most of the weaponry was retained but both large lasers were removed for a single [[Diverse Optics Sunbeam (ERLL)|Diverse Optics Sunbeam]] [[ER Large Laser]] placed in the 'Mech's centerline and an [[Octagon Missile Magnet]] [[Narc Missile Beacon]] in the left torso accompanied by two tons of reloads, allowing the ''Stalker'' to tag enemy units with homing beacon and direct friendly missile fire onto them.  The seventeen [[double heat sink]]s of the 5M afford it far greater heat efficiency than the twenty single heat sinks of previous models, although it still could not handle firing all of its weaponry simultaneously, and an additional ton of armor was added for survivability. Other changes included the use of proprietary components such as an [[Irian E.A.R.]] communications system, [[Riese-456]] armor and an [[Irian Chassis Class 30]]. Unfortunately the designers of the new 5M dismissed the inclusion of [[CASE]], a factor which led directly to the deaths of several ''Stalkers'' during the Clan Invasion due to ammunition cook-offs caused by overheating and weapon penetrations. BV (1.0) = 1,316, BV (2.0) = 1,655<ref name=TRO3050u/>
  
*; STK-5S : Outfitted with the relatively recently rediscovered Star League technology of circa 3050, the FedCom 5S can be characterized primarily by its tendency to overheat. The designers behind this variant took the simple expedient of upgrading its engine and firepower without taking heat buildup into consideration. The 'Mech has had its engine replaced with an [[XL engine]] and the large lasers have been removed and replaced with two [[Thunderbolt-12]] [[Large Pulse Laser]]s. For protection against ammunition explosions, [[CASE]] has been added to both side torsos and an [[Deprus Swarmshot]] [[anti-missile system]] has been added for protection against incoming missiles. BV (1.0) = 1,009, BV (2.0) = 1,423<ref name=MUL152>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 152</ref>
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*;STK-5S : Outfitted with the relatively recently rediscovered Star League technology of circa 3050, the FedCom 5S can be characterized primarily by its tendency to overheat. The designers behind this variant took the simple expedient of upgrading its engine and firepower without taking heat buildup into consideration. The 'Mech has had its engine replaced with an [[XL engine]] and the large lasers have been removed and replaced with two [[Thunderbolt-12]] [[Large Pulse Laser]]s. For protection against ammunition explosions, [[CASE]] has been added to both side torsos, and an [[Deprus Swarmshot]] [[Anti-Missile System]] has been added for protection against incoming missiles. BV (1.0) = 1,009, BV (2.0) = 1,423<ref name=MUL152>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 152</ref>
  
 
*; STK-6M : Irian’s attempt to make up for the shortcomings of the 5M, the 6M introduced in [[3062]] drops the SRMs and Narc entirely, upgrades the LRMs to [[LRM-15|15-tube racks]] with integral [[Artemis IV FCS]] and three tons of reloads each, and upgrades the lasers to ER versions, mounting a fifth medium. Most importantly, the LRM magazines are now protected with [[CASE]]. BV (1.0) = ?, BV (2.0) = 2,029<ref name=MUL152/>
 
*; STK-6M : Irian’s attempt to make up for the shortcomings of the 5M, the 6M introduced in [[3062]] drops the SRMs and Narc entirely, upgrades the LRMs to [[LRM-15|15-tube racks]] with integral [[Artemis IV FCS]] and three tons of reloads each, and upgrades the lasers to ER versions, mounting a fifth medium. Most importantly, the LRM magazines are now protected with [[CASE]]. BV (1.0) = ?, BV (2.0) = 2,029<ref name=MUL152/>

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