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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
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{{InfoBoxIndMech
 
| image = Buster.jpg
 
| image = Buster.jpg
| name = ''Buster''
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| name = ''Buster'' HaulerMech
 
| manufacturer = [[Bluth Corporation]]
 
| manufacturer = [[Bluth Corporation]]
 
| model = BV XXI
 
| model = BV XXI
 
| Use = HaulerMech
 
| Use = HaulerMech
| Tech Base = Inner Sphere
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|Tech Base =Inner Sphere
| mech type = IndustrialMech
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|mech type =IndustrialMech
| feet = 2
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|feet=2
| cost = 2,001,000 [[C-bill]]s<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 76</ref>
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| cost = 2,001,000<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 76</ref>
| introduced = [[2615]]<ref name=TROVA>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex'', p. 206: "Buster 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3882/buster-xxi-haulermech MUL Profile for Buster XXI HaulerMech - Introduction Year.]</ref>
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| introduced = [[2615]]<ref name=TROVA>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex'', p. 206, "Buster 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3882/buster-xxi-haulermech MUL Profile for Buster XXI HaulerMech - Introduction Year.]</ref>
 
| mass = 50
 
| mass = 50
| chassis = Unspecified
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| engine = [[ICE|GM 150 ICE]]
| engine = [[GM 150 ICE]]
 
 
| comsys = [[Doering Hi-Def Mk II]]
 
| comsys = [[Doering Hi-Def Mk II]]
| T&T = None
 
 
| speed = 54<ref name=TRO:VArp218/>
 
| speed = 54<ref name=TRO:VArp218/>
| equipment =  
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| armament =  
* 2x [[Lift hoist]]s
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* 2x [[Lift Hoist]]s
* 3x [[Cargo bay]]s
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* 3x [[Cargo Bay]]s
 
| heat sinks = None
 
| heat sinks = None
| armor = [[Hughes CommerWeave II]]
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| armor = [[Commercial Armor|Hughes CommerWeave II]]
 
| BV (1.0) =  
 
| BV (1.0) =  
| BV (2.0) = 228<ref name=RSVAp89>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 89</ref>
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| BV (2.0) = 228<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 89</ref>
 
}}
 
}}
  
 
== Description ==
 
== Description ==
The '''''Buster''''' [[IndustrialMech]] was created by the [[Bluth Corporation]] in [[2615]] and by [[2795]] was so popular that several factories across the [[Terran Hegemony]] produced it. The ''Buster'' was particularly popular with heavy mining operations, where it could easily load the massive output of a mine into transports quickly. Many DropPorts also used the ''Buster'' to load and unload [[DropShip]]s. The ability to move cargo with more finesse than a vehicle, combined with the leg mounted track system, allowed the ''Buster'' to navigate tight spaces.<ref name=TROVA/>
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The '''''Buster''''' class IndustrialMech was created by the Bluth Corporation in [[2615]]. By [[2795]], the ''Buster'' HaulerMech series was so popular that several factories across the [[Terran Hegemony]] produced it. The ''Buster'' was particularly popular with heavy mining operations, where it could easily load the massive output of a mine into transports quickly. Many DropPorts also used the ''Buster'' to load and unload [[DropShip]]s. The ability to move cargo with more finesse than a vehicle, combined with the leg mounted track system, allowed the ''Buster'' to navigate tight spaces.<ref name=TROVA/>
  
The introduction of the ''[[Powerman]]'' family forced the ''Buster'' from the number one sales spot. The lawsuits between Bluth Corporation and [[Sitwell Corporation]], the ''Powerman''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s producer alleging industrial espionage, trade secret infringement, and other various charges eventually destroyed Bluth Corporation. The ''Buster'' remains in production around the Inner Sphere.<ref name=TROVA/>
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The introduction of the ''[[Powerman]]'' family forced the ''Buster'' from the number one sales spot. The lawsuits between Bluth Corporation and Sitwell Corporation (the ''Powerman'''s producer) alleging industrial espionage, trade secret infringement, and other various charges eventually destroyed Bluth Corporation. The ''Buster'' remains in production around the Inner Sphere.<ref name=TROVA/>
  
The latest member of the ''Buster'' family, the ''Buster'' XXI was introduced in [[3060]]. This version is equipped with [[tracks]] and [[industrial TSM]] which makes it even more effective.<ref name=TROVA/><ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 218</ref><ref name=RSVAp89 />
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The latest member of the ''Buster'' family, the ''Buster XXI'' was introduced in [[3060]]. This version is equipped with [[Tracks]] and [[Industrial TSM]] which makes it even more effective.<ref name=TROVA/><ref>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 218</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 89</ref>
  
During the [[Jihad]], the [[Word of Blake]] created several ''Buster'' IndustrialMech-MODs for use by the Blake Protectorate Militia.<ref name=trovar229/> Some desperate forces also armed their ''Busters'' to oppose BattleMechs.<ref name=trovar229>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 229</ref> These MOD versions were all equipped with [[advanced fire control]] and double the armor protection of the standard ''Buster'', but it was still [[commercial armor]], so this increased protection was negligible.<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', pp. 85–88</ref>
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During the [[Jihad]], the [[Word of Blake]] created several ''Buster'' IndustrialMech-MODs for use by the Blake Protectorate Militia.<ref name=trovar229/>
  
 
== Weapons and Equipment ==
 
== Weapons and Equipment ==
As an IndustrialMech, the ''Buster'' has no armament. However, for its role as LoaderMech it has a [[lift hoist]] in each arm, and a five ton [[cargo bay]] in the left and right torso. The center torso also has a one ton cargo bay, allowing the ''Buster'' to carry eleven tons of cargo internally.<ref name=TROVA/><ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 76: ''Buster'' record sheet</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 89: Buster XXI</ref>
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As an IndustrialMech, the ''Buster'' has no armament. However, for its role as LoaderMech it has two Lift Hoists to help lift additional cargo beyond its own hand actuators.<ref name=TROVA/>
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== Cargo ==
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The standard ''Buster'' has a Lift Hoist in each arm, and a five ton cargo bay in the left and right torso. The center torso has a one ton cargo bay, allowing the ''Buster'' to carry eleven tons of cargo internally.<ref name=TROVA/><ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 76 ''Buster'' record sheet</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 89 Buster XXI</ref>
  
 
== Variants ==
 
== Variants ==
*; XV : This earlier version of the ''Buster'' lacks [[tracks]] and [[industrial TSM]], but is otherwise identical to the ''Buster'' XXI. BV (2.0) = 222<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 84</ref>
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*;''Buster XV'' : This earlier version of the ''Buster'' lacks Tracks and Industrial TSM, but is otherwise identical to the ''Buster XXI''. BV (2.0) = 222<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 84</ref>
  
*; ''Buster'' (AC)/''Buster'' XV-M HaulerMech MOD : This variant replaces the [[lift hoist]]s and [[cargo bay]]s with an [[AC/5]] in the right torso and an [[LRM-10]] in the left torso, each fed by one ton of ammunition. Five [[single heat sink]]s are added to manage the new heat. BV (2.0) = 443<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 77</ref><ref name=trovar229/><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 85</ref>
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Some desperate forces have armed their ''Busters'' to oppose BattleMechs. (These modifications are often referred to as "IndustrialMech-MODs".<ref name=trovar229>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 229</ref> These MOD versions are all equipped with Advanced Fire Control and double the armor protection of the standard ''Buster'', but it remains Commercial Armor so this increased protection is negligible.<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', pp. 85-88</ref>
  
*; ''Buster'' (PPC)/''Buster'' XV-M-B HaulerMech MOD : This version puts a [[PPC]] in the right torso, completely filling the [[cargo bay]] that was mounted there. and 10 [[single heat sink]]s are added to allow the PPC to fire. This version of the ''Buster'' removes the [[lift hoist]]s, but keeps the two ton cargo bay in the left torso. BV (2.0) = 475<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 78</ref><ref name=trovar229/><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 86</ref>
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*;''Buster'' (AC)/''Buster XV-M'' HaulerMech MOD : This variant carries an [[Autocannon/5]] in the right torso and an [[LRM-10]] in the left torso. Each weapon has a ton of ammunition. The weapons completely replace the Lift Hoists and Cargo Bays. Five single heat sinks are added. BV (2.0) = 443<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 77</ref><ref name=trovar229/><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 85</ref>
  
*; XV-M-C HaulerMech MOD : One of two variants first seen in use by the [[Word of Blake]] Protectorate Militia, this ''Buster'' was equipped with a [[Gauss rifle]] with two tons of ammunition, backed up by two [[RL-10]]s. BV (2.0) = 726<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 87</ref>
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*;''Buster'' (PPC)/''Buster XV-M-B'' HaulerMech MOD : This version puts a [[Particle Projection Cannon]] in the right torso, completely filling the Cargo Bay that was mounted there. Ten heat sinks are added to allow the PPC to fire. This version of the ''Buster'' removes the Lift Hoists, but keeps a two ton cargo bay in the left torso. BV (2.0) = 475<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike'', p. 78</ref><ref name=trovar229/><ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 86</ref>
  
*; XV-M-W : Another Word of Blake variant, this model carries a single [[LB 10-X]] autocannon with one ton of each ammunition type. Unlike the other ''Buster'' MODs, it is also equipped with an [[ejection seat]]. BV (2.0) = 713<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 88</ref>
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*;''Buster XV-M-C'' HaulerMech MOD : This is one of two variants first seen in use by the [[Word of Blake]] Protectorate Militia. This ''Buster'' was equipped with a [[Gauss Rifle]] with two tons of ammunition, backed up by two [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s. BV (2.0) = 726<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 87</ref>
  
*; XXI-M : This [[Dark Age]] modification simply removes the [[cargo bay]]s and [[lift hoist]]s, replacing them them with a pair of [[SRM-2]]s and one ton of ammunition in each side torso. Seven [[single heat sink]]s are also provided. This ''Buster'' also retains the [[industrial TSM]] and [[tracks]] of the civilian version. BV (2.0) = 504<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 110</ref>
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*;''Buster XV-M-W'' : Another Word of Blake variant, this model carries a single [[LB 10-X]] autocannon with a ton of each ammunition type. Unlike the other ''Buster'' MODs, it is also equipped with an [[Ejection Seat]]. BV (2.0) = 713<ref>''Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons'', p. 88</ref>
  
*; ''Gauss-Buster'' MilitiaMech : A [[Dark Age]] refit used by the [[Mississauga Militia]], the ''Gauss-Buster'' uses a right torso-mounted [[heavy Gauss rifle]] with one ton of ammunition, [[heavy industrial armor]], and an [[advanced fire control]] system. To power the rifle without an internal fusion engine, the ''Gauss-Buster'' depends on a cable-linked external power source, making it effectively a lightly mobile turret. BV (2.0) = 675<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor'', p. 6</ref>
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*;''Buster XXI-M'' : This [[Dark Age]] modification simply removes the cargo and Lift Hoists and replaces them with a pair of [[SRM 2]] and a ton of ammunition in each side torso. Seven heat sinks are also provided. This ''Buster'' also has [[Advanced Fire Control]] and retains the [[Industrial Triple Strength Myomer]] and Tracks of the civilian version. BV (2.0) = 504<ref>''Technical Readout: Irregulars'', p. 110</ref>
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*;''Gauss-Buster'' MilitiaMech : A [[Dark Age]] refit used by the [[Mississauga Militia]], the Gauss-Buster uses a right torso-mounted [[Heavy Gauss Rifle]] with one ton of ammunition, [[Heavy Industrial Armor]], and an [[Advanced Fire Control]] system. To power the Heavy Gauss Rifle without an internal fusion engine, the Gauss-Buster depends on a cable-linked external power source, making it effectively a lightly mobile turret. BV (2.0) = 675<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Caveat Emptor'', p. 6</ref>
  
 
== Design Quirks ==
 
== Design Quirks ==
The BC XXI ''Buster'' features the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:VArp218>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 218: "Buster Profile"</ref>
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The ''BC XXI Buster'' features the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref name=TRO:VArp218>''Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex Revised'', p. 218, "Buster Profile"</ref>
 
* [[Easy to Pilot]]
 
* [[Easy to Pilot]]
 
* [[Gas Hog]]
 
* [[Gas Hog]]
 
* [[Non-Standard Parts]]
 
* [[Non-Standard Parts]]
* [[Loose Seals]]
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* Loose Seals
  
 
==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==
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== Notes ==
 
== Notes ==
* The image of the ''Buster'' was first introduced in ''[[Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons]]'', not the associated Technical Readout.
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* The image of the Buster was first introduced in ''[[Record Sheets: Vehicle Annex, IndustrialMechs & Exoskeletons]]'', not the associated Technical Readout.
 
 
* Stats for the "armed" ''Buster'' first appeared in ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]'' and ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]''. These armed versions would be revisited and later added to the Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, Revised and its later published Record Sheet book for IndustrialMechs and Exoskeletons
 
  
* Being called the "Buster" and built by the Bluth Corporation is an obvious out-of-universe reference to the popular TV series Arrested Development, featuring the Bluth Family (and their self-named Corporation) of which Buster Bluth is a member.
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* Stats for the "armed" Buster first appeared in ''[[Historical: Operation Klondike]]'' and ''[[Record Sheets: Operation Klondike]]''. These armed versions would be revisited and later added to the Technical Readout: Vehicle Annex, Revised and its later published Record Sheet book for IndustrialMechs and Exoskeletons
  
 
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