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{{InfoBoxBattleMech|
|image=Mad Cat.jpg
|name=Timber Wolf
|manufacturer=[[Wolf Clan Site #1]], [[Wolf Clan Site #2]]
| production year=2945
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref><ref name=TRO>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 136-137, "Mad Cat OmniMech Profile"</ref>
|model=Prime
|class=Heavy
|cost= 24,233,124 C-bills
|mass=75
|chassis=Type W3 [[Endo Steel|Endo-Steel]]
|armor=Composite A-2 [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
|engine=Starfire 375 [[XL Engine|XL]]
|speed=86.4
|armament=
'''Primary Configuration'''
*2x[[ER Large Laser]]s
*2x[[ER Medium Laser]]s
*1x[[Medium Pulse Laser]]
*2x[[LRM-20]]s
*2x[[Machine Gun]]s

'''Alt. Config. A'''
*2x[[ER PPC]]s
*3x[[Medium Pulse Laser]]
*1x[[ER Small Laser]]
*1x[[Streak SRM-6]]

'''Alt. Config. B''' - 
*1x[[Gauss Rifle]] 
*1x[[LRM-10]]
*1x[[Large Pulse Laser]]
*1x[[Small Pulse Laser]]
*1x[[SRM-4]] 
*[[Artemis IV]] Fire Control System 

'''Alt. Config. C'''
*2x[[ER Large Laser]]
*1x[[Ultra Autocannon/5]]
*2x[[LRM-15]]
*1x[[ER Medium Laser]]
*1x[[Anti-Missile System]]

'''Alt. Config. D'''
*2x[[ER PPC]]
*4x[[Streak SRM-6]] (two rear-mounted)
*1x[[ER Small Laser]]

'''Alt. Config. E'''
*2x[[ER Large Laser]]
*2x[[ATM 9]] 
*1x[[Light TAG]]

|BV (1.0)=2,252<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 108</ref>
|BV (2.0)=2,737<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 110</ref>
}}
</nowiki></pre>

=='''Description'''==
The '''''Timber Wolf''''' is a fast heavy [[OmniMech]]. A signature design of the [[Clans]]' military might, it was arguably the first Clan [[OmniMech]] encountered by Inner Sphere forces (as opposed to [[periphery]] forces) on [[The Rock]] in [[3049]] by [[Phelan Kell]].<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO3050>''Technical Readout: 3050'', pp. 34-35, "Mad Cat OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref name=TRO3050R>''Technical Readout: 3050 Revised'', pp. 32-33, "Mad Cat OmniMech Profile"</ref>

Vaguely resembling a cross-over between the MAD (''[[Marauder]]'') and CAT (''[[Catapult]]'') series, the ''Timber Wolf'' was tagged with the [[Inner Sphere]] reporting name '''''Mad Cat''''' on first contact. (The targeting computer on [[Phelan Kell]]'s ''Wolfhound''' switched between MAD and CAT when trying to identify it; [[Precentor Martial]] [[Anastasius Focht]] later officially designated it "''Mad Cat''".<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

The ''Timber Wolf'' is vastly more powerful than either the ''Marauder'' or the ''Catapult''. It uses its speed and firepower to engage an enemy at the range of its choosing. When first encountered by Inner Sphere forces the idea that a heavy 'Mech could move so swiftly while being as heavily armed and armored as the ''Timber Wolf'' was inconceivable. With its twelve tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor and arsenal that rivaled that of most [[:Category:Assault BattleMechs|assault 'Mechs]] of the era, it was completely alien to [[Inner Sphere]] military planners, commanders, and even the Precentor Martial of [[ComStar]]. It technological secrets have since been reverse-engineered by the Inner Sphere.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

First introduced in [[2945]], the ''Timber Wolf'' was designed by [[Clan Wolf]] as a second generation [[OmniMech]] along with the ''[[Gargoyle]]'' and the ''[[Naga]]'' to replace the aging ''[[Woodsman]]''. While the ''Gargoyle'' may have been a very capable, fast assault OmniMech, and the ''Naga'' may have been an excellent fire-support OmniMech, Clan Wolf (and indeed every other Clan) instantly realized the value of the ''Timber Wolf''; thus, production rights to the ''Timber Wolf'' were jealously (and successfully) defended. Only through trade, gifts and battlefield salvage has the ''Timber Wolf'' entered the armies of other Clans. Until the [[Clan Invasion|invasion]] of the Inner Sphere, production of the ''Timber Wolf'' has been limited to a single facility on [[Strana Mechty]].<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

=='''Armament/primary configuration'''==
The default configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'' features a well blended mix of energy and missile weaponry; primarily extended-range lasers and long range missile racks that give the ''Timber Wolf'' considerable firepower at medium and long range. A pair of [[LRM-20]] racks supplemented by two [[Extended Range Large Laser]]s make up the bulk of the ''Timber Wolf''&#39;s firepower. The ''Timber Wolf'' also has an array of lighter, shorter ranged weaponry for use once the [['Mech]] draws closer to its prey: two [[ER Medium Laser]]s and a [[Medium Pulse Laser]]. Finally, it has two [[Machine Guns]] for point defense against infantry. Even on the modern battlefield the primary configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'' is a force to be reckoned with.<ref name=TRO/><ref name=TRO3050/><ref name=TRO3050R/>

=='''Alternate Configurations'''==
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! '''Alternate Configurations''' !! style="width: 260px;" | Battle Value 
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| '''Alt. Config. A''' - Configured specifically for long range, direct fire combat, the A configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'' is armed with a pair of [[ER PPC]]s. These give the ''Timber Wolf A'' the capability of stripping nearly two tons of armor off of an enemy 'Mech at extreme ranges.<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 111</ref>
| BV (1.0) = 2,470<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 2,854
|-
| '''Alt. Config. B''' - Armed to engage an enemy at either short or long ranges, the B configuration is an attempt to use the ''Timber Wolf'' in a workhorse role. This variant notably includes a [[Gauss rifle]]. Additionally, both of the missile launchers are linked to an [[Artemis IV]] Fire Control System to allow for greater missile accuracy. <ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 112</ref>
| BV (1.0) = 2,012<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 2,224
|-
| '''Alt. Config. C''' - A long range configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'', the C configuration carries an assortment of long range weapons. <ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 113</ref>
| BV (1.0) = 2,164<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 2,500
|-
|}

====Alt. Config. D====
This configuration mounts a pair of [[ER PPC]]s as its primary weapons. These are supported by four [[Streak SRM-6]] launchers with two in each side of the torso, one rear mounted on each side. BV (1.0) = 2,351<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 2,682<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 114</ref>

====Alt. Config. E====
Configured to use the added flexibility of the new Advanced Tactical Missile system, the E configuration mounts two [[ER Large Laser]]s as its primary direct fire weapons. The E Configuration also carries two [[ATM 9]] launchers which can fire ammunition that is tailored to the ranges which it is engaging the enemy at. Finally, a [[Light TAG]] designator can call in [[Arrow IV]] artillery fire. BV (1.0) = 2,194<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 2,444<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 115</ref>

====Alt. Config. F====
This variant takes the primary configuration, downgrades the pulse laser to an [[ER Medium Laser|ER Medium]] and replaces the Machine Guns with three [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle]]s. BV (2.0) = 2,764<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 116</ref>

'''Alt. Config. H''' - A configuration that is capable of engaging an enemy with devastating effect at any range, the H configuration carries a pair of [[LRM-20]] launchers linked to an [[Artemis IV Fire Control System]] for long range firepower. For close combat, two [[Heavy Large Laser]]s are carried, each of which can strip a full ton of armor from an enemy 'Mech at short ranges. Finally, seemingly added almost as an afterthought, an [[ER Small Laser]] completes the H's weaponry loadout. BV (1.0) = 2,095<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 190</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,627<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 117</ref>

'''Alt. Config. S''' - A highly maneuverable urban combat configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'', the S mounts five [[jump jet]]s, allowing it to jump up to one hundred and fifty meters. To offset the inaccuracy from using jump jets, the S configuration is armed with a [[Large Pulse Laser]] backed up by two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. The S configuration also carries four [[SRM-6]] launchers and two [[Machine Gun]]s, making it a deadly close combat fighter. BV (1.0) = 2,229<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 191</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,462<ref name=TRO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 118</ref>

'''Alt. Config. U''' - Similar to the primary configuration's armament, this version is used in underwater combat. In addition to a [[BattleMech HarJel System]] that protects the torsos from hull breaches, the ''Timber Wolf U'' also carries four [[UMU]]s that allow it to cruise through the water at 43km/h. The weapons are restricted to a pair of [[Artemis IV]]-enhanced [[LRT-15]]s on each shoulder, while each arm carries an [[ER Large Laser]] and [[ER Micro Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 2,627<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 147</ref>

'''Alt. Config. Z''' - Used by [[The Society]]'s MechWarriors, this version of the ''Timber Wolf'' carries twin [[iATM 9]] missile launchers with four tons of ammunition. Each arm carries an ER Large Laser and an [[ER Medium Pulse Laser]]. To maximize its battlefield utility it also carries a [[Nova CEWS]] in the center torso.<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 73</ref>

=='''Custom Configurations'''==
* '''Pryde''' - A non-standard alternate configuration of the ''Timber Wolf'', this configuration was famously used by [[Star Colonel]] [[Aidan Pryde]]. The primary long range weapons are a pair of [[ER Large Laser]]s which are backed up by a pair of [[LRM-20]]s for long range combat. For close combat, two [[ER Medium Laser]]s are carried as well as an [[ER Small Laser]]. The Pryde Configuration also mounts four [[jump jet]]s making it highly maneuverable. BV (1.0) = 2,624 BV (2.0) = 2,900<ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 120</ref>

* '''Bounty Hunter''' - A variant used by the infamous [[Bounty Hunter]], it mounted a [[Large Pulse Laser]] and a [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in each arm. It also had a [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in both the left and right torso with a clan [[Light TAG]] in the center torso. A [[Light Active Probe]], [[ECM suite]], and a [[Targeting Computer]] provided stealth and increased accuracy. It's painted all green with credit symbols. BV (1.0) = 2,393 BV (2.0) = 2,829<ref name=IPp140/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 119</ref> 

=='''Notable Pilots'''==
* '''[[Vlad Ward]]''', eventual Khan of [[Clan Wolf]], was piloting a ''Timber Wolf'' on [[The Rock]] in [[3049]]. Later, Vlad would make the ''Timber Wolf'' his primary 'Mech of choice, and would pilot one in the [[Great Refusal]].<ref name=MI1315>''Malicious Intent'', pp.13-15</ref>

* The '''[[Bounty Hunter]]''' piloted a modified ''Timber Wolf'' during the [[FedCom Civil War]] era.<ref name=IPp140>''Interstellar Players'', p. 140, Record Sheet for ''Mad Cat Bounty Hunter'' with year [[3060]].</ref>

* Star Colonel '''[[Aidan Pryde]]''' of [[Clan Jade Falcon]] piloted a Timber Wolf during the [[Battle of Tukayyid (3052)|Battle of Tukayyid]].<ref name=FGuard>''Falcon Guard''</ref>

* On [[Tharkad]], '''[[Phelan Kell]]''' commands the troops of his Wolves from the cockpit of a Timberwolf. <ref>''Endgame'', p.??<nowiki>{{cn}}</nowiki></ref>

=='''Related 'Mechs'''==
*''[[Woodsman]]'' - The ''Timber Wolf'' was one of three designs intended to replace the ''Woodsman''.  The ''Woodsman'' is an early OmniMech (either first or early second generation).  The other OmniMechs intended to replace the ''Woodsman'', the ''Gargoyle'' and the ''Naga'', are closer in appearance to the original design.<ref name=gar>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', pp. 136-138</ref><ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 140</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 92</ref><ref>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', pp. 25-26</ref>

*''[[Gargoyle]]'' - The ''Gargoyle'' was designed as another upgrade over the ''Woodsman''; however, the ''Gargoyle'' mounts less armor and has less [[Pod Space|pod space]] than the ''Timber Wolf''.<ref name=gar/><ref name=TRO3055/>

*''[[Naga (OmniMech)|Naga]]'' - The distantly related ''Naga'' fire-support OmniMech was another variation of the ''Woodsman''.  The ''Naga'' extends the torso laterally to accommodate the placement of [[Arrow IV]] artillery systems.<ref name=TRO3055/>

*''[[Linebacker]]'' - The ''Linebacker'' was designed as an eventual replacement to the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Linebacker'' boasts a single improvement over the venerable ''Timber Wolf'', a higher walking and running speed, allowing the ''Linebacker'' to keep pace with lighter, faster OmniMechs.  Otherwise, the ''Linebacker'' mounts less armor and ten tons less pod space.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 138</ref>

*''[[Mad Cat Mk II]]'' - Designed by [[Clan Diamond Shark]] for trade and profits, the ''Mad Cat Mk II'' is a 90-ton assault BattleMech, with a hull based strongly on that of the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Mad Cat Mk II'' has been dealt to other home clans and Inner Sphere armies, hence the choice of the Inner Sphere designation, "Mad Cat".<ref>''Technical Readout: 3067'', p. 132</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 136</ref>

*''[[Mad Cat III]]'' - Following the success of the ''Mad Cat Mk II'' , the 55-ton ''Mad Cat III'' was an attempt by the Diamond Sharks to trade on the reputation original design in the medium weight class.

*''[[Savage Wolf (Mad Cat Mk IV)]]'' - The third [[Clan Sea Fox]] BattleMech evoking the weapons loadout and visage of the ''Timber Wolf'', the 75-ton ''Savage Wolf'' is very similar to the original, emulating the "D" configuration.

*''[[Rakshasa]]'' - Designed by the [[NAIS]] for the [[Federated Commonwealth]], the ''Rakshasa'' chassis and weapons were designed to "emulate" the primary configuration of the ''Timber Wolf''. The lack of Clan weapons and construction materials, however, prevent an exact duplication of the original's abilities. <ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 72</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 66</ref>

=='''Notes'''==
*The ''Timber Wolf/Mad Cat'' is one of the most iconic non-[[unseen]] [[BattleMech]]s, featuring on the cover of the [[BattleTech Compendium]] and [[Technical Readout: 3050]], as well as on the 20th Anniversary Classic BattleTech logo and the MechWarrior series icon. Its distinctive silhouette is now also the iconographic symbol for the [[Clan Invasion era]].

* [[Anastasius Focht]], the [[Precentor Martial]] of the [[ComGuard]] named the ''Timber Wolf'' the ''"Mad Cat"'' after he studied the battle footage of [[Phelan Kell]]'s encounter with [[Clan Wolf]], noting familiar aspects with the ''[[Marauder]]'' and the ''[[Catapult]]''. He also pointed out that it would be impossible for [[ComStar]] to replicate the 'Mech when [[Myndo Waterly]] suggested that their armorers modify their ''Catapults'' to that configuration.<ref name=TRO3050/> 

=='''Gallery'''==

<gallery>
Image:CityTech MadCat.jpg|''Timber Wolf'' in urban terrain
Image:MadCat 2.jpeg|''Timber Wolf'' in motion from interior of TRO 3050U.
Image:TRO3050U.gif|''Timber Wolf'' from TRO 3050 upgrade cover
Image:Madcat PPC fire.jpg|''Timber Wolf'' in action
Image:CCG Arsenal Mad Cat Aidan Pryde.jpg|[[Aidan Pryde]]'s ''Timber Wolf''
Image:CCG Unlimited Mad Cat A.jpg|''Timber Wolf A'' in combat
Image:CCG Unlimited Mad Cat B.jpg|''Timber Wolf B'' in combat
Image:CCG Unlimited Mad Cat C.jpg|''Timber Wolf C'' in motion
Image:CCG Unlimited Mad Cat D.jpg|''Timber Wolf D'' in motion
Image:CCG Arsenal Mad Cat S.jpg|''Timber Wolf S'' in battle
Image:CCG_Unlimited_Mat_Cat_Prime.jpg‎|''Timber Wolf Prime'' in motion
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
*''[[Combat Operations]]''
*''[[Endgame]]'' (Novel)
*''[[Interstellar Players]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrades Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]''
*''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
*''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]''
*''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]''
*''[[Malicious Intent]]'' (Novel)
*''[[Falcon Guard]]'' (Novel)