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| − | Conceived by Martinson Armaments of [[Terra]] as a [[infantry]] support 'Mech in [[2578]], the '''''Hoplite''''' first saw service with the newly formed [[Star League Defense Force]] in the [[Reunification War]] before being relegated to [[Terran Hegemony]] militia units in the twenty-seventh century.<ref name="TRO:3050U">''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'' | + | Conceived by Martinson Armaments of [[Terra]] as a [[infantry]] support 'Mech in [[2578]], the '''''Hoplite''''' first saw service with the newly formed [[Star League Defense Force]] in the [[Reunification War]] before being relegated to [[Terran Hegemony]] militia units in the twenty-seventh century.<ref name="TRO:3050U">''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 64</ref> |
While every last 'Mech was believe destroyed during the [[Amaris Crisis]] and the early [[Succession Wars]], a number in fact accompanied the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus fleet]]. Selected by the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] in the belief that the ancient design wouldn't arouse undue attention, it had the complete opposite effect and only raised more questions as to the Dragoons origins. After the mercenaries cut ties with the [[Clan Homeworlds]] in [[3020]], they also lost access to replacement ''Hoplite''s, with attrition bringing the design close to extinction by the [[Jihad]]. <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | While every last 'Mech was believe destroyed during the [[Amaris Crisis]] and the early [[Succession Wars]], a number in fact accompanied the [[Operation Exodus|Exodus fleet]]. Selected by the [[Wolf's Dragoons]] in the belief that the ancient design wouldn't arouse undue attention, it had the complete opposite effect and only raised more questions as to the Dragoons origins. After the mercenaries cut ties with the [[Clan Homeworlds]] in [[3020]], they also lost access to replacement ''Hoplite''s, with attrition bringing the design close to extinction by the [[Jihad]]. <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | ||
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* HOP-4A - The original Reunification War era model, save for using an older Dalban Sniper [[Targeting and Tracking Systems|targeting and tracking system]] it was all but identical to the 4C. <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | * HOP-4A - The original Reunification War era model, save for using an older Dalban Sniper [[Targeting and Tracking Systems|targeting and tracking system]] it was all but identical to the 4C. <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | ||
| − | * HOP-4B - The 4B variant of the ''Hoplite'' is an early variant of the 'Mech that attempts to both alleviate its ammunition dependence for its primary weapon, as well as increase its long range damage potential. This is done by mounting a Magna Hellstar [[PPC]] as the primary weapon that is backed up by a massive Mitchell Systems [[LRM-15]] launcher with two tons of reloads, giving it excellent long range and indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 994, BV (2.0) = 1,162 <ref name="BP4SW">''Battlepack: Fourth Succession War'' | + | * HOP-4B - The 4B variant of the ''Hoplite'' is an early variant of the 'Mech that attempts to both alleviate its ammunition dependence for its primary weapon, as well as increase its long range damage potential. This is done by mounting a Magna Hellstar [[PPC]] as the primary weapon that is backed up by a massive Mitchell Systems [[LRM-15]] launcher with two tons of reloads, giving it excellent long range and indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 994, BV (2.0) = 1,162 <ref name="BP4SW">''Battlepack: Fourth Succession War'', p. 39</ref> <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> |
* HOP-4C - The original ''Hoplite'', the 4C carries as its primary weapon an Luxor HV [[Autocannon/10]], which allows it to put a good amount of damage on a target with a low amount of heat. The 'Mech is also armed with an Conan/5 [[LRM-5]] launcher. BV (1.0) = 836, BV (2.0) = 986 <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | * HOP-4C - The original ''Hoplite'', the 4C carries as its primary weapon an Luxor HV [[Autocannon/10]], which allows it to put a good amount of damage on a target with a low amount of heat. The 'Mech is also armed with an Conan/5 [[LRM-5]] launcher. BV (1.0) = 836, BV (2.0) = 986 <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | ||
| − | * HOP-4X - Developed by [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] in the midst of the [[Jihad]], the extensively modified HOP-4X variant utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Inner Sphere]] and [[Clan]] technologies. Built on a [[Composite Internal Structure]] supplied by [[Coventry Metal Works]], IS grade [[double heat sink]]s, [[CASE]] and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor enhance protection and combat ability while an 275 rated [[Light Fusion Engine]] boosts the ''Hoplite''s speed by 10kmph. While the body is Inner Sphere tech, the weaponry however is all Clan: the original [[autocannon]] and missile launcher combination is replaced by a Clan [[Rotary AC/5]] and [[Streak LRM-15]], supplied with three tons of autocannon munitions and two of Streak missile reloads. A Clan [[Light Active Probe]] completes the package. BV (2.0) = 1,946<ref name="XTR:Mercs">'' | + | * HOP-4X - Developed by [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] in the midst of the [[Jihad]], the extensively modified HOP-4X variant utilizes [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Inner Sphere]] and [[Clan]] technologies. Built on a [[Composite Internal Structure]] supplied by [[Coventry Metal Works]], IS grade [[double heat sink]]s, [[CASE]] and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor enhance protection and combat ability while an 275 rated [[Light Fusion Engine]] boosts the ''Hoplite''s speed by 10kmph. While the body is Inner Sphere tech, the weaponry however is all Clan: the original [[autocannon]] and missile launcher combination is replaced by a Clan [[Rotary AC/5]] and [[Streak LRM-15]], supplied with three tons of autocannon munitions and two of Streak missile reloads. A Clan [[Light Active Probe]] completes the package. BV (2.0) = 1,946<ref name="XTR:Mercs">''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 4, 17</ref> |
* Hoplite C - Developed after the [[Battle of Luthien]], the ''Hoplite C'' is a variant exclusively used by the Wolf's Dragoons that uses all Clan technology. Clad in ten tons of Ferro-Fibrous and fitted with double heat sinks, the 'Mech carries as its primary weapon an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]]. This is supported for long-range engagements by an [[LRM-15]] launcher and for close range combat the 'Mech carries two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,455, BV (2.0) = 1,737 <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | * Hoplite C - Developed after the [[Battle of Luthien]], the ''Hoplite C'' is a variant exclusively used by the Wolf's Dragoons that uses all Clan technology. Clad in ten tons of Ferro-Fibrous and fitted with double heat sinks, the 'Mech carries as its primary weapon an [[Ultra Autocannon/10]]. This is supported for long-range engagements by an [[LRM-15]] launcher and for close range combat the 'Mech carries two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 1,455, BV (2.0) = 1,737 <ref name="TRO:3050U"/> | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
<references/> | <references/> | ||
| − | *[[Record Sheets: 3050]] | + | |
| − | *[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]] | + | ==Bibliography== |
| − | *[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]] | + | *''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]'' |
| − | *[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]] | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050]]'' |
| − | *[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War|Battlepack Fourth Succession War]] | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]'' |
| − | *[[Technical Readout: 3050]] | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)]]'' |
| − | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]] | + | *''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]'' |
| − | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] | + | *''[[BattlePack: Fourth Succession War|Battlepack Fourth Succession War]]'' |
| − | *[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]] | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050]]'' |
| + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Wolf's Dragoons (sourcebook)|Wolf's Dragoons]]'' | ||
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| Hoplite | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Martinson Armaments |
| Model | HOP-4D |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 4,444,108 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Star League HO-01a |
| Armor | DuraShield 12-b.1 |
| Engine | DAV 220 |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 865 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,022 |
Description
Conceived by Martinson Armaments of Terra as a infantry support 'Mech in 2578, the Hoplite first saw service with the newly formed Star League Defense Force in the Reunification War before being relegated to Terran Hegemony militia units in the twenty-seventh century.[1]
While every last 'Mech was believe destroyed during the Amaris Crisis and the early Succession Wars, a number in fact accompanied the Exodus fleet. Selected by the Wolf's Dragoons in the belief that the ancient design wouldn't arouse undue attention, it had the complete opposite effect and only raised more questions as to the Dragoons origins. After the mercenaries cut ties with the Clan Homeworlds in 3020, they also lost access to replacement Hoplites, with attrition bringing the design close to extinction by the Jihad. [1]
Intended for infantry support, the Hoplite is a slow but rugged design that can fight its way out of most situations with its impressive firepower for its size. While its top speed of 64.8 km/h is slow for a medium 'Mech, this is balanced out by an impressive arsenal as well as an impressive amount of armor for a 'Mech of its size with eleven and a half tons of armor. [1]
Armament
Refitted by the Dragoons after the Inner Sphere's recovery of the Helm Memory Core, the HOP-4D Hoplite is armed with an impressive Mydron Excel LB-X Autocannon/10 which allows it to fire either standard rounds or cluster rounds which are similar to the blast from a shotgun, only on a 'Mech scale. For a secondary weapon, the Hoplite carries a Conan/5 LRM-5 launcher, which also allows it to keep the enemy at long ranges. Carrying two tons of autocannon ammunition, one more than the 4C, and one ton of missiles reloads forces the design to remain close to supply lines. [1]
Variants
- HOP-4A - The original Reunification War era model, save for using an older Dalban Sniper targeting and tracking system it was all but identical to the 4C. [1]
- HOP-4B - The 4B variant of the Hoplite is an early variant of the 'Mech that attempts to both alleviate its ammunition dependence for its primary weapon, as well as increase its long range damage potential. This is done by mounting a Magna Hellstar PPC as the primary weapon that is backed up by a massive Mitchell Systems LRM-15 launcher with two tons of reloads, giving it excellent long range and indirect fire support capabilities. BV (1.0) = 994, BV (2.0) = 1,162 [2] [1]
- HOP-4C - The original Hoplite, the 4C carries as its primary weapon an Luxor HV Autocannon/10, which allows it to put a good amount of damage on a target with a low amount of heat. The 'Mech is also armed with an Conan/5 LRM-5 launcher. BV (1.0) = 836, BV (2.0) = 986 [1]
- HOP-4X - Developed by Arc-Royal MechWorks in the midst of the Jihad, the extensively modified HOP-4X variant utilizes experimental Inner Sphere and Clan technologies. Built on a Composite Internal Structure supplied by Coventry Metal Works, IS grade double heat sinks, CASE and Ferro-Fibrous armor enhance protection and combat ability while an 275 rated Light Fusion Engine boosts the Hoplites speed by 10kmph. While the body is Inner Sphere tech, the weaponry however is all Clan: the original autocannon and missile launcher combination is replaced by a Clan Rotary AC/5 and Streak LRM-15, supplied with three tons of autocannon munitions and two of Streak missile reloads. A Clan Light Active Probe completes the package. BV (2.0) = 1,946[3]
- Hoplite C - Developed after the Battle of Luthien, the Hoplite C is a variant exclusively used by the Wolf's Dragoons that uses all Clan technology. Clad in ten tons of Ferro-Fibrous and fitted with double heat sinks, the 'Mech carries as its primary weapon an Ultra Autocannon/10. This is supported for long-range engagements by an LRM-15 launcher and for close range combat the 'Mech carries two Medium Pulse Lasers and an ER Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,455, BV (2.0) = 1,737 [1]
References
Bibliography
- Master Unit List.pdf
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Clan & Star League)
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Battlepack Fourth Succession War
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
- Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs
- Wolf's Dragoons