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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the Federated Suns successor model to the iconic BattleMech|other uses|Atlas (disambiguation)}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Atlas III.jpg |image=Atlas III.jpg − |name=''Atlas III'' + |name=Atlas III |manufacturer= [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]], <br/> [[General Motors]] |manufacturer= [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]], <br/> [[General Motors]] |production year = 3137 |production year = 3137 Line 14:
Line 13: |feet=2 |feet=2 |mass=100 |mass=100 − |chassis=[[Foundation 12X Endo Steel]] + |chassis=[[Endo Steel|Foundation 12X Endo Steel]] − |armor= [[Starshield Special Heavy]] w/ [[CASE II]] + |armor=[[Standard Armor|Starshield Special Heavy]] with [[CASE II]] |engine=[[Vlar 300]] |engine=[[Vlar 300]] |comsys=[[Rander Comm-Marshal with Angel ECM Suite]] |comsys=[[Rander Comm-Marshal with Angel ECM Suite]] Line 21:
Line 20: |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |speed=54 |speed=54 − |jumpjets= + |jumpjets=None − |armament= <span></span> + |armament=1x [[Streak LRM-20]] <br/> 1x [[RAC/2]] <br/> 4x [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]s <br/> 1x [[Streak 6|Streak SRM-6]] − * 1x [[Streak LRM-20]] − * 1x [[RAC/2]] − * 4x [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]] − * 1x [[Streak 6|Streak SRM-6]] |BV (1.0)= |BV (1.0)= − |BV (2.0)=2,564<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', pp. 48–49: Atlas III - "BV2"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 218</ref> + |BV (2.0)=2,564<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48-49 Atlas III - "BV2"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 218</ref> }} }} − ==Description== + == Description == − A product of Robinson Standard BattleWorks on [[Robinson]], the '''''Atlas III''''' is an assault [[BattleMech]] produced during the middle of the [[thirty-second century]]. The AS7-D3 version of this generation of the ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]'' was constructed with a mixture of [[Technology Rating|Advanced]] Clan and Inner Sphere technologies. When it was first produced, the D3 was rare among the ranks of the AFFS and its ally, the [[Republic of the Sphere]], where it was used by Battalion and Regimental leaders as a Command 'Mech.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48: Atlas III - "Background"</ref> It is unclear if the D3 model of the 'Mech remained in production after the Draconis Combine's capture of Robinson in [[3144]].<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', p. 50: Fed Suns Map 3145 - Robinson falls to Draconis Combine in 3144.</ref> + A product of Robinson Standard BattleWorks on [[Robinson]], the '''''Atlas III''''' is an Assault Class [[BattleMech]] produced during the middle of the [[thirty-second century]]. The AS7-D3 version of this generation of the ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]'' was constructed with a mixture of [[Technology Rating|Advanced]] Clan and Inner Sphere technologies. When it was first produced, the D3 was rare among the ranks of the AFFS and its ally, the [[Republic of the Sphere]], where it was used by Battalion and Regimental leaders as a Command 'Mech.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48 Atlas III - "Background"</ref> It is unclear if the D3 model of the 'Mech remained in production after the Draconis Combine's capture of Robinson in [[3144]].<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', p.50 Fed Suns Map 3145 - Robinson falls to Draconis Combine in 3144.</ref> − ==Weapons and Equipment== + == Weapons and Equipment == − The D3's construction reflects its intended role as (almost) a custom design for Commanders. The 'Mech is designed for dealing punishing attacks, while retaining the survivability and speed of the original ''Atlas''. Engineers used 19.5 tons of [[standard armor]] fitted to an [[Endo Steel]] skeleton, and for the MechWarrior's protection the ''Atlas III'' employs an [[Armored Cockpit]] and a pair of [[Small Shield]]s, with the latter split between the arms. An advanced [[Angel ECM Suite]] has also been installed, giving the 'Mech greater capability to manage electronic warfare threats. Powering the ''Atlas III'' is the tried-and-true 300-rated Vlar [[fusion engine]], which provides modest speeds and adequate protection on the battlefield. Along with the 'Mech's 12 [[Double Heat Sinks]], a [[Radical Heat Sink System]] has been fitted in order to help manage the 'Mech's heat. + The D3's construction reflects its intended role as (almost) a custom design for Commanders. The 'Mech is designed for dealing punishing attacks, while retaining the survivability and speed of the original ''Atlas''. Engineers used 19.5 ton of Standard Armor fitted to an [[Endo Steel]] skeleton, and for the MechWarrior’s protection the ''Atlas III'' employs an [[Armored Cockpit]] and a pair of [[Small Shield]]s, with the latter split between both arms. An advanced [[Angel ECM Suite]] has also been installed, giving the 'Mech greater capability to manage electronic warfare threats. Powering the ''Atlas III'' is the tried-and-true 300-rated Vlar [[Fusion Engine]], which provides modest speeds and adequate protection on the battlefield. Along with the 'Mech's 12 Double Heat Sinks, a [[Radical Heat Sink System]] has been fitted in order to help manage the 'Mech's heat. − The ''Atlas III''´s weaponry is geared toward long and short range engagements. Its primary weaponry consists of a right side torso-mounted Clan-built [[StarTek]] [[Streak LRM-20|20-Tube Streak Long Range Missile Launcher]], fed by two tons of ammunition. Backing the Launcher is a [[Mydron Model RD]] [[Rotary AC/2|Rotary Class 2 Autocannon]], found in the right arm actuator, with two tons of ammunition carried in the right side torso. For intermediate and short range engagements the 'Mech can rely on four [[Martell-X (MPL)|Martell-X]] [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]s and a single [[Type VI]] [[Streak SRM-6|6-tubed Streak SRM Launcher]] with a single ton of ammunition. The Streak SRM Launcher and two X-Pulse Lasers have been allocated to the ''Atlas III'''s left side torso, while the remaining two X-Pulse Lasers are mounted in the left arm. Each of the 'Mech's side torsos have [[CASE II]] equipment fitted into them, thus preventing the torso ammunition bays from crippling the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', pp. 48–49, 103: Atlas III - "Stats"</ref> + The ''Atlas III''´s weaponry is geared toward long and short range engagements. Its primary weaponry consists of a right side torso-mounted Clan-built StarTek 20-Tube Streak Long Range Missile Launcher, fed by two tons of ammunition. Backing the Launcher is a Mydron Model RD Rotary Class 2 Autocannon, found in the right arm actuator, with two tons of ammunition carried in the right side torso. For intermediate and short range engagements the 'Mech can rely on four Martell-X Medium X-Pulse Lasers and a single Type VI 6-tubed Streak SRM Launcher with a single ton of ammunition. The Streak SRM Launcher and two X-Pulse Lasers have been allocated to the ''Atlas III'''s left side torso, while the remaining two X-Pulse Lasers are mounted in the left arm. Each of the 'Mech's side torsos have [[CASE II]] equipment fitted into them, thus preventing the torso ammunition bays from crippling the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48-49, 103 Atlas III - "Stats"</ref> − ==Variants== + == Variants == − *;AS7-D2 : The D2 variant is intended for front line use instead of the rare D3's command role. This model retains the D3's Streak LRM-20, Streak SRM-6, and two of the Medium X-Pulse Lasers found in the left arm. The D2 drops the Rotary Autocannon for a more powerful Clan [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 30|Class 30 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]]. To make room for the mammoth weapon, both Small Shields are dropped. Its four tons of ammunition and the missile launchers' ammunition continue to be protected by the [[CASE II]] found in each side torso. A [[Targeting Computer]] is fitted to the D2 to enhance targeting of enemy units. BV(2.0)=2,890<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', pp. 48, 102: Atlas III "Variant Info"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 217</ref> + *;AS7-D2 : The D2 variant is intended for front line use instead of the rare D3's command role. This model retains the D3's Streak LRM-20, Streak SRM-6, and two of the Medium X-Pulse Lasers found in the left arm. The D2 drops the Rotary Autocannon for a more powerful Clan [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 30|Class 30 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]]. To make room for the mammoth weapon, both Small Shields are dropped. Its four tons of ammunition and the missile launchers' ammunition continue to be protected by the [[CASE II]] found in both side torsos. A [[Targeting Computer]] is fitted to the D2 to enhance targeting of enemy units. BV(2.0)=2,890<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48 & 102 - Atlas III "Variant Info"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 217</ref> + + == Related BattleMechs == + *'''AS7-D ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]''''' - The first generation of the ''Atlas'' produced at the pinnacle of the [[Star League]] era, designed according to specifications by General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] to look "...as ugly and foreboding as conceivable, so that fear itself will be our ally." The design was used mostly by the SLDF's regular army, but would ultimately be used by the Great Houses after the SLDF [[Exodus]]. + + *'''AS7-D-H ''[[Atlas II]]''''' - The [[Atlas II|next evolution]] designed shortly after the original ''Atlas''. This model was used almost exclusively by the SLDF [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal Regiments]]. + + == Notes == + Created simply as the "Atlas", the ''Atlas III'' was first created by [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectible Miniatures]] game as a part of its ''Wolf Strike'' expansion set as second version of Atlas they produced. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to [[3145]]. − ==Design Quirks== The Atlas III is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: The Atlas III is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: *[[Command BattleMech]] *[[Command BattleMech]] Line 48:
Line 50: *[[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon(RAC/2)]] *[[Jettison-Capable Weapon|Jettison-Capable Weapon(RAC/2)]] *[[Protected Actuators]] *[[Protected Actuators]] − − ==Notable Pilots== − :''See [[:Category: Notable Atlas Pilots]]; the ''Atlas III'' is considered a subtype of the ''Atlas'' series for the purpose of the category.'' − − ==Related BattleMechs == − *'''AS7-D ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]''''' - The first generation of the ''Atlas'' produced at the pinnacle of the [[Star League]] era, designed according to specifications by General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] to look "...as ugly and foreboding as conceivable, so that fear itself will be our ally." The design was used mostly by the SLDF's regular army, but would ultimately be used by the Great Houses after the SLDF [[Operation EXODUS|Exodus]]. − − *'''AS7-D-H ''[[Atlas II]]''''' - The [[Atlas II|next evolution]] designed shortly after the original ''Atlas''. This model was used almost exclusively by the SLDF [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal Regiments]]. − − ==Notes== − * Designated simply as the ''Atlas'' or the AS7-D-A ''Atlas'', the ''Atlas III'' was first created by [[WizKids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectible Miniatures]] game as a part of its ''Wolf Strike'' expansion set as the second version of that BattleMech they produced. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the timeline advanced to [[3145]]. − − ==Gallery== − <gallery> − File:MWDA-BF033-Atlas.jpg|''Atlas'' miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Battleforce|MechWarrior: Battleforce set]] − </gallery> ==References== ==References== Line 69:
Line 55: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:100 ton BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:100 ton BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:BattleMechs|Atlas III]] + [[Category:Dark Age Mechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs|Atlas III]] [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs|Atlas III]] + + {{BattleMech Timetable |introduction=3137 |ceased=|extinction=|reintroduction=}}
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|image=Atlas III.jpg | |image=Atlas III.jpg | ||
| − | |name= | + | |name=Atlas III |
|manufacturer= [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]], <br/> [[General Motors]] | |manufacturer= [[Robinson Standard BattleWorks]], <br/> [[General Motors]] | ||
|production year = 3137 | |production year = 3137 | ||
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|feet=2 | |feet=2 | ||
|mass=100 | |mass=100 | ||
| − | |chassis=[[Foundation 12X Endo Steel]] | + | |chassis=[[Endo Steel|Foundation 12X Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor= [[Starshield Special Heavy]] | + | |armor=[[Standard Armor|Starshield Special Heavy]] with [[CASE II]] |
|engine=[[Vlar 300]] | |engine=[[Vlar 300]] | ||
|comsys=[[Rander Comm-Marshal with Angel ECM Suite]] | |comsys=[[Rander Comm-Marshal with Angel ECM Suite]] | ||
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|heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sinks]] | ||
|speed=54 | |speed=54 | ||
| − | |jumpjets= | + | |jumpjets=None |
| − | |armament= | + | |armament=1x [[Streak LRM-20]] <br/> 1x [[RAC/2]] <br/> 4x [[Medium X-Pulse Laser]]s <br/> 1x [[Streak 6|Streak SRM-6]] |
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| − | |BV (2.0)=2,564<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', | + | |BV (2.0)=2,564<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48-49 Atlas III - "BV2"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 218</ref> |
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| − | ==Description== | + | == Description == |
| − | A product of Robinson Standard BattleWorks on [[Robinson]], the '''''Atlas III''''' is an | + | A product of Robinson Standard BattleWorks on [[Robinson]], the '''''Atlas III''''' is an Assault Class [[BattleMech]] produced during the middle of the [[thirty-second century]]. The AS7-D3 version of this generation of the ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]'' was constructed with a mixture of [[Technology Rating|Advanced]] Clan and Inner Sphere technologies. When it was first produced, the D3 was rare among the ranks of the AFFS and its ally, the [[Republic of the Sphere]], where it was used by Battalion and Regimental leaders as a Command 'Mech.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48 Atlas III - "Background"</ref> It is unclear if the D3 model of the 'Mech remained in production after the Draconis Combine's capture of Robinson in [[3144]].<ref>''Era Report: 3145'', p.50 Fed Suns Map 3145 - Robinson falls to Draconis Combine in 3144.</ref> |
| − | ==Weapons and Equipment== | + | == Weapons and Equipment == |
| − | The D3's construction reflects its intended role as (almost) a custom design for Commanders. The 'Mech is designed for dealing punishing attacks, while retaining the survivability and speed of the original ''Atlas''. Engineers used 19.5 | + | The D3's construction reflects its intended role as (almost) a custom design for Commanders. The 'Mech is designed for dealing punishing attacks, while retaining the survivability and speed of the original ''Atlas''. Engineers used 19.5 ton of Standard Armor fitted to an [[Endo Steel]] skeleton, and for the MechWarrior’s protection the ''Atlas III'' employs an [[Armored Cockpit]] and a pair of [[Small Shield]]s, with the latter split between both arms. An advanced [[Angel ECM Suite]] has also been installed, giving the 'Mech greater capability to manage electronic warfare threats. Powering the ''Atlas III'' is the tried-and-true 300-rated Vlar [[Fusion Engine]], which provides modest speeds and adequate protection on the battlefield. Along with the 'Mech's 12 Double Heat Sinks, a [[Radical Heat Sink System]] has been fitted in order to help manage the 'Mech's heat. |
| − | The ''Atlas III''´s weaponry is geared toward long and short range engagements. Its primary weaponry consists of a right side torso-mounted Clan-built | + | The ''Atlas III''´s weaponry is geared toward long and short range engagements. Its primary weaponry consists of a right side torso-mounted Clan-built StarTek 20-Tube Streak Long Range Missile Launcher, fed by two tons of ammunition. Backing the Launcher is a Mydron Model RD Rotary Class 2 Autocannon, found in the right arm actuator, with two tons of ammunition carried in the right side torso. For intermediate and short range engagements the 'Mech can rely on four Martell-X Medium X-Pulse Lasers and a single Type VI 6-tubed Streak SRM Launcher with a single ton of ammunition. The Streak SRM Launcher and two X-Pulse Lasers have been allocated to the ''Atlas III'''s left side torso, while the remaining two X-Pulse Lasers are mounted in the left arm. Each of the 'Mech's side torsos have [[CASE II]] equipment fitted into them, thus preventing the torso ammunition bays from crippling the 'Mech in the event of an ammunition explosion.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48-49, 103 Atlas III - "Stats"</ref> |
| − | ==Variants== | + | == Variants == |
| − | *;AS7-D2 : The D2 variant is intended for front line use instead of the rare D3's command role. This model retains the D3's Streak LRM-20, Streak SRM-6, and two of the Medium X-Pulse Lasers found in the left arm. The D2 drops the Rotary Autocannon for a more powerful Clan [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 30|Class 30 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]]. To make room for the mammoth weapon, both Small Shields are dropped. Its four tons of ammunition and the missile launchers' ammunition continue to be protected by the [[CASE II]] found in | + | *;AS7-D2 : The D2 variant is intended for front line use instead of the rare D3's command role. This model retains the D3's Streak LRM-20, Streak SRM-6, and two of the Medium X-Pulse Lasers found in the left arm. The D2 drops the Rotary Autocannon for a more powerful Clan [[Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle 30|Class 30 Hyper-Assault Gauss Rifle]]. To make room for the mammoth weapon, both Small Shields are dropped. Its four tons of ammunition and the missile launchers' ammunition continue to be protected by the [[CASE II]] found in both side torsos. A [[Targeting Computer]] is fitted to the D2 to enhance targeting of enemy units. BV(2.0)=2,890<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns'', p. 48 & 102 - Atlas III "Variant Info"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 217</ref> |
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| + | *'''AS7-D ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]''''' - The first generation of the ''Atlas'' produced at the pinnacle of the [[Star League]] era, designed according to specifications by General [[Aleksandr Kerensky]] to look "...as ugly and foreboding as conceivable, so that fear itself will be our ally." The design was used mostly by the SLDF's regular army, but would ultimately be used by the Great Houses after the SLDF [[Exodus]]. | ||
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| + | *'''AS7-D-H ''[[Atlas II]]''''' - The [[Atlas II|next evolution]] designed shortly after the original ''Atlas''. This model was used almost exclusively by the SLDF [[Star League Defense Force Royal Divisions|Royal Regiments]]. | ||
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| + | Created simply as the "Atlas", the ''Atlas III'' was first created by [[Wizkids]]' [[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MechWarrior Dark Age Collectible Miniatures]] game as a part of its ''Wolf Strike'' expansion set as second version of Atlas they produced. It was later adapted by [[Catalyst Game Labs]] and redefined once the company advanced the franchise's timeline to [[3145]]. | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Federated Suns]]'' |
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[[Category:100 ton BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | [[Category:100 ton BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | ||
[[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | [[Category:Assault BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | [[Category:BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Dark Age Mechs|Atlas III]] | ||
[[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | ||
[[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs|Atlas III]] | ||
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| + | {{BattleMech Timetable |introduction=3137 |ceased=|extinction=|reintroduction=}} | ||