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	*; SDR-9KB : The 9KB variant of the ''Venom'' is a modification introduced in [[3057]], intended to increase both the 'Mech's protection and its anti-[[infantry]] capabilities. This is done by removing one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s and two jumps jets and replacing them with a single [[machine gun]] with a half ton of ammunition and a heat sink. The remaining ton has been used to increase the 'Mech's armor.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 638, BV (2.0) = 769<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 32</ref>		*; SDR-9KB : The 9KB variant of the ''Venom'' is a modification introduced in [[3057]], intended to increase both the 'Mech's protection and its anti-[[infantry]] capabilities. This is done by removing one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s and two jumps jets and replacing them with a single [[machine gun]] with a half ton of ammunition and a heat sink. The remaining ton has been used to increase the 'Mech's armor.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 638, BV (2.0) = 769<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 32</ref>
−	*; SDR-9KC : A radical refit of the ''Venom'' introduced in [[3066]], the 'Mech has been modified to use an [[endo steel]] chassis, mounts eleven [[double heat sink]]s, and removes one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s. The 'Mech uses the saved weight to mount a single [[C3 slave]] unit, making the ''Venom'' capable of sharing targeting telemetry. Leftover weight is used to mount additional armor for a total of seven tons.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 702, BV (2.0) = 939<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 33</ref>	+	*; SDR-9KC : A radical refit of the ''Venom'' introduced in [[3066]], the 'Mech has been modified to use an [[endo steel]] chassis, mounts eleven [[double heat sink]]s, and removes one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s. The 'Mech uses the saved weight to mount a single [[C3 slave]] unit, making the ''Venom'' capable of sharing targeting telemetry. Leftover weight is used to mount additional armor for a total of seven tons.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 702, BV (2.0) = 842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 33</ref>
	*; SDR-9KE : Intended for extended recon missions and deep strikes, this 'Mech carries a single [[ER medium laser]] and [[ER Flamer]] for weapons. It uses a [[Partial Wing (BattleMech)|partial wing]] to jump great distances, and is also equipped with a [[remote sensor dispenser]] and [[mine dispenser]]s.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref>		*; SDR-9KE : Intended for extended recon missions and deep strikes, this 'Mech carries a single [[ER medium laser]] and [[ER Flamer]] for weapons. It uses a [[Partial Wing (BattleMech)|partial wing]] to jump great distances, and is also equipped with a [[remote sensor dispenser]] and [[mine dispenser]]s.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref>

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{{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=3055u_Venom.jpg |name=''Venom'' |manufacturer=[[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]]<ref name=TRCIp108f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 108–109: "SDR-9K Venom"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3055U --> |production year=3050 |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3398/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |model=SDR-9K<ref name=TRCIp108f /> |Tech Base=[[Inner Sphere]] |mech type=Battlemech |feet=biped |cost= 6,371,910 [[C-bill]]s |mass=35 |chassis=[[Crucis-II, Newhart Refit Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |armor=[[Kallon FWL Special Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |engine=[[VOX 280 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |comsys= [[Omicron 4002 Networking Channel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |T&T=[[TRSS Eagle Eye]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |heat sinks=12 [[heat sink]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |speed=130 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |jumpjets=[[Rawlings 75]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |armament= 4x [[medium pulse laser]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp108f /> --> |BV (1.0)=634<ref name=COp125>''Combat Operations'', p. 125</ref> |BV (2.0)=798<ref name=TRCIp108f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 30</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Venom''''' was built in direct response to losses suffered by the [[Draconis Combine]] during the [[Clan Invasion]] and to boost sales for [[Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited]]. The company, which at the time was producing only the ''[[Spider]]'', was forced to comply with an order by [[Coordinator]] [[Takashi Kurita]] himself that 'Mech manufacturers make up for the losses suffered by the [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]]. Their need was particularly great on account of the lack of salvaging opportunities during the Invasion, however Nimakachi decided that with their limited resources a simple increase in ''Spider'' production might backfire on them should the fighting slow down. Instead the company chose to develop a larger version of the ''Spider'', one which replicated the mobility of the smaller 'Mech while utilizing as much new and recovered technology it could get from the Combine.<ref name=TRO3055p26>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 28</ref><ref name=TRO3055Up26>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 26</ref> The DCMS was so pleased with the final design they ordered large numbers of ''Venom'' 'Mechs from Nimakachi, and the first production models rolled off the assembly line in January [[3050]]. These first ''Venoms'' were deployed along the [[Periphery]] border to defend against pirate attacks, but soon the 'Mech spread throughout the DCMS until examples could be found in nearly every line regiment. With its reputation as a deadly light 'Mech, the ''Venom'' continued to serve prominently in the DCMS for many years, new variants continually improving its longevity in the face of competition.<ref name=TRO3055p26/><ref name=TRO3055Up26/> ==Weapons and Equipment== At five tons heavier than the ''Spider'', the ''Venom'' nevertheless perfectly replicates its progenitor's excellent mobility, including a cruising speed of 86.4 km/h and eight [[jump jet]]s split between the rear side torsos allowing a total jumping distance of 240 meters. It also improves upon the ''Spider''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s firepower by mounting four [[Tronel XII]] [[medium pulse laser]]s, two each in either side torso, which allow the 'Mech to strike an enemy with a blistering barrage of lasers when in close combat. This was achieved through the use of an eight-ton, 280-rated [[XL fusion engine]], which freed up space for these improvements while giving the 'Mech its only downside. When combined with a relatively light three and a half tons of [[ferro-fibrous armor]], any solid penetration of the side torsos is likely to result is destruction of the engine and the 'Mech itself. Ideally the 'Mech should be capable of using its maneuverability to compensate for this, outrunning any 'Mech it does not wish to engage while hunting down other light recon 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3055p26/><ref name=TRO3055Up26/> ==Variants== *; SDR-9KA : The 9KA variant of the ''Venom'' is a simple modification that intends to increase the 'Mech's protection at the cost of firepower. Introduced in [[3056]], it does this by removing one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s and replacing it with an additional two tons of armor, increasing the total armor protection to five and a half tons.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 677<ref name=COp125/>, BV (2.0) = 865<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 31</ref> *; SDR-9KB : The 9KB variant of the ''Venom'' is a modification introduced in [[3057]], intended to increase both the 'Mech's protection and its anti-[[infantry]] capabilities. This is done by removing one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s and two jumps jets and replacing them with a single [[machine gun]] with a half ton of ammunition and a heat sink. The remaining ton has been used to increase the 'Mech's armor.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 638, BV (2.0) = 769<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 32</ref> *; SDR-9KC : A radical refit of the ''Venom'' introduced in [[3066]], the 'Mech has been modified to use an [[endo steel]] chassis, mounts eleven [[double heat sink]]s, and removes one of the [[medium pulse laser]]s. The 'Mech uses the saved weight to mount a single [[C3 slave]] unit, making the ''Venom'' capable of sharing targeting telemetry. Leftover weight is used to mount additional armor for a total of seven tons.<ref name=TRCIp108f /> BV (1.0) = 702, BV (2.0) = 842<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 33</ref> *; SDR-9KE : Intended for extended recon missions and deep strikes, this 'Mech carries a single [[ER medium laser]] and [[ER Flamer]] for weapons. It uses a [[Partial Wing (BattleMech)|partial wing]] to jump great distances, and is also equipped with a [[remote sensor dispenser]] and [[mine dispenser]]s.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3150'', p. 223</ref> == Design Quirks == The ''Venom'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Venom Entry.</ref> * [[Nimble Jumper]] * [[Difficult Ejection]] ==Related BattleMechs== * ''[[Spider]]'' - The ''Venom'' was essentially an upgrade to the ''Spider'', based on the same chassis. ==Notes== * In German products, the unit's proper name was altered to '''''Giftzahn''''', which means ''Poison Fang''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''GFT-9K'''. ==Gallery== <gallery> Image:SDR-Venom.png|''Venom'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' File:3055u Venom.jpg|''Venom'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]'' Image:CCG Mercenaries Venom.jpg|SDR-9K ''Venom'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3150]]'' [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]] [[Category:Free Rasalhague Republic BattleMechs]] [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:German renamed units]]

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