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*;VND-4L : The 4L ''Vindicator'' is a major upgrade to the design, part of Ceres Metals' efforts to revive the line in [[3063]]. The engine has been replaced with a 225-rated [[extralight engine]], granting the 'Mech a top speed of 86.4 km/h, and its jumping distance was increased to 150 meters with an additional jump jet. The 'Mech uses double heat sinks for its advanced weapons load, which includes an ER PPC and LRM-5 for striking power at long range and an ER medium laser and medium pulse laser for short range work. Finally, the 'Mech carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and is protected with nine tons of [[Stealth Armor]], making it harder to target at range.  The 4L became a common design among Shadow Lances following their introduction.  BV (1.0) = 1,177; BV (2.0) = 1,411<ref name=MUL164>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 164</ref>
 
*;VND-4L : The 4L ''Vindicator'' is a major upgrade to the design, part of Ceres Metals' efforts to revive the line in [[3063]]. The engine has been replaced with a 225-rated [[extralight engine]], granting the 'Mech a top speed of 86.4 km/h, and its jumping distance was increased to 150 meters with an additional jump jet. The 'Mech uses double heat sinks for its advanced weapons load, which includes an ER PPC and LRM-5 for striking power at long range and an ER medium laser and medium pulse laser for short range work. Finally, the 'Mech carries a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] and is protected with nine tons of [[Stealth Armor]], making it harder to target at range.  The 4L became a common design among Shadow Lances following their introduction.  BV (1.0) = 1,177; BV (2.0) = 1,411<ref name=MUL164>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 164</ref>
  
*;VND-5L : The 5L variant is a more basic upgrade than the 4L and represents Ceres' attempt to produce a close-combat 'Mech superior to the FS9-0 ''Firestarter''.  Introduced in [[3060]] the 5L uses a standard engine, armor, and structure.  The changes and advancements come in the weapons and a different system for augmenting its movement abilities, [[Triple Strength Myomer]]. The 'Mech's new weapons include an ER PPC, two ER medium lasers, two medium pulse lasers, a single [[Small Pulse Laser]], and a small laser. This varied mix of energy weapons allows the MechWarrior piloting the 'Mech to balance their heat load to keep the Triple Strength Myomer working at its optimum efficiency. In so doing, the ''Vindicator'' can deal a fair amount of damage with its [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]]. BV (1.0) = 1,104;<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 79</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,484<ref name=MUL164/>
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*;VND-5L : The 5L variant is a more basic upgrade than the 4L and represents Ceres' attempt to produce a close-combat 'Mech superior to the FS9-0 ''Firestarter''.  Introduced in [[3060]] the 5L uses a standard engine, armor, and structure.  The changes and advancements come in the weapons and a different system for augmenting its movement abilities, [[Triple Strength Myomer]]. The 'Mech's new weapons include an ER PPC, two ER medium lasers, two medium pulse lasers, a single [[Small Pulse Laser]], and a small laser. This varied mix of energy weapons allows the MechWarrior piloting the 'Mech to balance their heat load to keep the Triple Strength Myomer working at its optimum efficiency. In so doing, the ''Vindicator'' can deal a fair amount of damage with its [[Sword]]. BV (1.0) = 1,104;<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 79</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,484<ref name=MUL164/>
  
*; VND-6L : This [[3068]] variant is simultaneously a cross between the 4L, 5L, and something completely new. Instead of the PPC, the 6L has a [[plasma rifle]] that is effective at medium range. Two ER medium lasers help and all three weapons are aided by a [[Targeting Computer]] salvaged from [[Federated Suns]] machines. A Guardian ECM suite is necessitated by the inclusion of stealth armor. Two [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s provide limited firepower, while a [[Sword (weapon)|Sword]] is useful in melee combat and is made even more deadly by the Triple Strength Myomer.  The salvaged nature of the 6L makes it incredibly rare with each one "handmade" and awarded to only the most heroic ''Vindicator'' pilots. BV (2.0) = 1,815<ref name=MUL164/>
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*; VND-6L : This [[3068]] variant is simultaneously a cross between the 4L, 5L, and something completely new. Instead of the PPC, the 6L has a [[plasma rifle]] that is effective at medium range. Two ER medium lasers help and all three weapons are aided by a [[Targeting Computer]] salvaged from [[Federated Suns]] machines. A Guardian ECM suite is necessitated by the inclusion of stealth armor. Two [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s provide limited firepower, while a [[Sword]] is useful in melee combat and is made even more deadly by the Triple Strength Myomer.  The salvaged nature of the 6L makes it incredibly rare with each one "handmade" and awarded to only the most heroic ''Vindicator'' pilots. BV (2.0) = 1,815<ref name=MUL164/>
  
 
*; VND-7L : This [[IlClan_(Era)|ilClan Era]] variant is essentially a -1R upgraded with [[3151]] technology. This Vindicator enhances the strengths of the [[3025]] original while minimizing its weaknesses. It shares a similar loadout with a single Clan ER PPC, LRM-5, [[small X-Pulse laser]] and medium ER laser each placed in a separate location. While sharing the same movement profile, it is far more durable with it's [[heavy ferro-fibrous armor]] and [[reinforced structure]] ensuring the precious PPC stays in the fight. BV (2.0) = 1,566 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 25''</ref>
 
*; VND-7L : This [[IlClan_(Era)|ilClan Era]] variant is essentially a -1R upgraded with [[3151]] technology. This Vindicator enhances the strengths of the [[3025]] original while minimizing its weaknesses. It shares a similar loadout with a single Clan ER PPC, LRM-5, [[small X-Pulse laser]] and medium ER laser each placed in a separate location. While sharing the same movement profile, it is far more durable with it's [[heavy ferro-fibrous armor]] and [[reinforced structure]] ensuring the precious PPC stays in the fight. BV (2.0) = 1,566 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 25''</ref>
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==Design Quirks==
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== Design Quirks ==
The ''Vindicator'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95: Design Quirk Table - Vindicator Entry</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9</ref>
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The ''Vindicator'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95: Design Quirk Table - Vindicator Entry.</ref><ref>[https://bg.battletech.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/BattleMech-Manual-2022-09-14-v6.01.pdf ''BattleMech Manual Errata (Version 6.01)''], p. 9</ref>
 
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* ''[[Snake]]'' - The ''Snake'' is a modified ''Vindicator'' designed specifically to counter [[battle armor|battle armored]] troops.  The ''Snake'' features an arm-mounted [[LB 10-X AC]], and three [[Streak SRM-2|Streak SRM-2s]] in the left torso.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 38–39</ref>
 
* ''[[Snake]]'' - The ''Snake'' is a modified ''Vindicator'' designed specifically to counter [[battle armor|battle armored]] troops.  The ''Snake'' features an arm-mounted [[LB 10-X AC]], and three [[Streak SRM-2|Streak SRM-2s]] in the left torso.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', pp. 38–39</ref>
  
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==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
 
:''See [[:Category:Notable Vindicator Pilots]]''
 
:''See [[:Category:Notable Vindicator Pilots]]''

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