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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Originally intended as a stealthy hunter-killer of light and medium 'Mechs, the '''''Grasshopper''''' entered service in [[2780]], after hostilities had wound down in the [[Amaris Civil War]]. With the [[SLDF]] demobilizing, much of the ''Grasshopper'' | + | Originally intended as a stealthy hunter-killer of light and medium 'Mechs, the '''''Grasshopper''''' entered service in [[2780]], after hostilities had wound down in the [[Amaris Civil War]]. With the [[SLDF]] demobilizing, much of the ''Grasshopper''`s original high-tech systems were stripped before it went into production. What was left was a heavy BattleMech with great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h is augmented by a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. The ''Grasshopper''`s weapons systems allow the ''Grasshopper'' to perform a variety of roles besides light 'Mech hunting, and its low dependence on ammunition allows the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time.<ref name=TRO3039/> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Grasshopper'' carries a Diplan HD [[Large Laser]] as its primary weapon. The Large Laser's firepower is augmented at long range | + | The ''Grasshopper'' carries a Diplan HD [[Large Laser]] as its primary weapon. The Large Laser's firepower is augmented at long range by a Conan/S [[LRM-5]] launcher. For close range combat, the ''Grasshopper'' carries four Diplan M3 [[Medium Laser]]s, giving it a great deal of close range firepower.<ref name=IRS>''Introductory Record Sheets'', p. 20</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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* GHR-5N - the 5N is a very basic upgrade of the ''Grasshopper''. The LRM-5 and the Large Laser have both been removed from the design. In their place, a [[PPC]] has been added, as well as an additional Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,316<ref name=CO/><ref>'''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 120</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,511{{cn}} | * GHR-5N - the 5N is a very basic upgrade of the ''Grasshopper''. The LRM-5 and the Large Laser have both been removed from the design. In their place, a [[PPC]] has been added, as well as an additional Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,316<ref name=CO/><ref>'''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 120</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,511{{cn}} | ||
| − | * GHR-6K - The 6K variant of the ''Grasshopper'' upgrades the design by using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and the ' | + | * GHR-6K - The 6K variant of the ''Grasshopper'' upgrades the design by using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and the 'Mech`s [[heat sink]]s have been upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s. The LRM-5 launcher has been replaced with a Guided Technologies 2nd Generation [[Streak SRM-4]] missile launcher and the 'Mech carries five [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for close range combat. For long-range situations, the ''Grasshopper'' carries an ER Large Laser. The 'Mech also carries a [[C3 slave]] unit to allow it to share targeting data with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,484<ref name=CO/><ref>'''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 121</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,597<ref name=MUL100/> |
| − | * GHR-7K - An upgrade of the 6K, the 7K removes the weapons with an eye toward making the ''Grasshopper'' independent of supply concerns. Two [[Light PPC]]s provide long-range firepower, while short-range firepower is provided by twin [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s. An [[ER Medium Laser]] | + | * GHR-7K - An upgrade of the 6K, the 7K removes the weapons with an eye toward making the ''Grasshopper'' independent of supply concerns. Two [[Light PPC]]s provide long-range firepower, while short-range firepower is provided by twin [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s. An [[ER Medium Laser]] takes the place of one of the 6K's heat sinks. The addition of a [[Guardian ECM Suite]] makes this ''Grasshopper'' a difficult-to-detect guerrilla fighter. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,806<ref name=MUL100>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 100</ref> |
| − | * GHR-C - A | + | * GHR-C - A basic modification of the 5J model, the ''Grasshopper'' C carries a [[C3 slave]] unit to allow it to be integrated into a C3 [[lance]] and share targeting data with friendly units. To accomplish this, the [[Streak SRM-2]] ammunition has been reduced by one ton. BV (1.0) = 1,219<ref name=CO/>, (1,234)<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060'', p. 180</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,366<ref name=MUL100/> |
| − | * GHR-7P - The production version of [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] GHR-7X prototype | + | * GHR-7P - The production version of [[Arc-Royal MechWorks]] GHR-7X prototype. Uses a [[Torso Mounted Cockpit]], [[Endo Steel]] skeleton and VOX 280 [[Light Fusion Engine]], and mounts six Leviathan Enhanced [[Improved Jump Jets]] as well. The Type VI [[Bloodhound Active Probe]] was also retained. The main difference between the prototype 7X and production 7P is its weaponry, instead of Medium Pulse Lasers and problematic Bombast Lasers, the GHR-7P carries a Maxell X-pulsion [[Large X-Pulse Laser]] and an RAMTech 1500Z [[ER Medium Laser]] in each arm while another ER Medium Laser fills the head. BV (2.0) = 1,806<ref name=TROP-129>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 129</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Prototypes'', p. 70</ref> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
* ''Grasshopper'' Reynolds - The customised ''Grasshopper'' used by [[3rd Davion Guards]] [[Hauptmann]] Reynolds Allen when he commanded the Allen's Animals raiding company during [[Operation Bird Dog]], <ref name=HTPL-3>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 3 "Introduction"</ref>to help him hold out against [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] forces on [[Luzerne]] his 'Mech's standard weapons were replaced with a trio of Clan-Tech ER Large Lasers mounted in the head and center torso supported by a Clan [[ER Medium Laser]] mounted in each arm and side torso. The remaining free weight was devoted to IS-grade double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,344 <ref name=HTPL-18>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 18 "''Grasshopper'' Reynolds"</ref> | * ''Grasshopper'' Reynolds - The customised ''Grasshopper'' used by [[3rd Davion Guards]] [[Hauptmann]] Reynolds Allen when he commanded the Allen's Animals raiding company during [[Operation Bird Dog]], <ref name=HTPL-3>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 3 "Introduction"</ref>to help him hold out against [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] forces on [[Luzerne]] his 'Mech's standard weapons were replaced with a trio of Clan-Tech ER Large Lasers mounted in the head and center torso supported by a Clan [[ER Medium Laser]] mounted in each arm and side torso. The remaining free weight was devoted to IS-grade double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,344 <ref name=HTPL-18>''Historical Turning Point: Luzerne'', p. 18 "''Grasshopper'' Reynolds"</ref> | ||
| − | * GHR-7X - A [[Jihad]] era [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] prototype developed on Arc-Royal, this version used a Torso Mounted Cockpit, Light Engine, and Endo Steel skeleton as the frame to carry six Improved Jump Jets. The standard weaponry is replaced with a head mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]] and a [[Bombast Laser]] in each arm. To find its opponents, the head also carries a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]]. <ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 5</ref> Even after the refined GHR-7P entered production, ARM still produced a small number of GHR-7X in response to customer requests. Even | + | * GHR-7X - A [[Jihad]] era [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] prototype developed on [[Arc-Royal]], this version used a Torso-Mounted Cockpit, Light Engine, and Endo Steel skeleton as the frame to carry six Improved Jump Jets. The standard weaponry is replaced with a head mounted [[Medium Pulse Laser]] and a [[Bombast Laser]] in each arm. To find its opponents, the head also carries a [[Bloodhound Active Probe]]. <ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 5</ref> Even after the refined GHR-7P entered production, ARM still produced a small number of GHR-7X ''Grasshopper''s in response to customer requests. Even so, less than ten GHR-7X's were ever manufactured, with the two original prototypes lost on [[Rochelle]]. <ref name=TROP-129/> BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1587<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs'', p. 18</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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| Grasshopper | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Lantren Corporation Jalastar Aerospace [1] Arc-Royal MechWorks [2] LexaTech Industries [2] |
| Production Year | 2780[3][4] |
| Model | GHR-5H |
| Class | Heavy |
| Cost | 6,024,574 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 70 tons |
| Chassis | Mingh z33/7 |
| Armor | Maximillian 100 |
| Engine | VOX 280 |
| Communications System | Allet-C308 |
| Speed | 64.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Lexington Lifters |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,268[5] |
| BV (2.0) | 1,427[6] |
Contents
Description
Originally intended as a stealthy hunter-killer of light and medium 'Mechs, the Grasshopper entered service in 2780, after hostilities had wound down in the Amaris Civil War. With the SLDF demobilizing, much of the Grasshopper`s original high-tech systems were stripped before it went into production. What was left was a heavy BattleMech with great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h is augmented by a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. The Grasshopper`s weapons systems allow the Grasshopper to perform a variety of roles besides light 'Mech hunting, and its low dependence on ammunition allows the Grasshopper to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time.[4]
Armament
The Grasshopper carries a Diplan HD Large Laser as its primary weapon. The Large Laser's firepower is augmented at long range by a Conan/S LRM-5 launcher. For close range combat, the Grasshopper carries four Diplan M3 Medium Lasers, giving it a great deal of close range firepower.[7]
Variants
- GHR-5J - An upgrade of the Grasshopper using Star League technology, the 5J upgrades the Large Laser to an ER Large Laser and replaces the LRM-5 launcher with a Streak SRM-2 missile launcher and an Anti-Missile System. Finally, the 'Mech has reduced the number of Medium Lasers from four to two. BV (1.0) = 1,217[5], BV (2.0) = 1,354[8]
- GHR-5N - the 5N is a very basic upgrade of the Grasshopper. The LRM-5 and the Large Laser have both been removed from the design. In their place, a PPC has been added, as well as an additional Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,316[5][9], BV (2.0) = 1,511[citation needed]
- GHR-6K - The 6K variant of the Grasshopper upgrades the design by using an Endo Steel chassis and the 'Mech`s heat sinks have been upgraded to double heat sinks. The LRM-5 launcher has been replaced with a Guided Technologies 2nd Generation Streak SRM-4 missile launcher and the 'Mech carries five Medium Pulse Lasers for close range combat. For long-range situations, the Grasshopper carries an ER Large Laser. The 'Mech also carries a C3 slave unit to allow it to share targeting data with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,484[5][10], BV (2.0) = 1,597[11]
- GHR-7K - An upgrade of the 6K, the 7K removes the weapons with an eye toward making the Grasshopper independent of supply concerns. Two Light PPCs provide long-range firepower, while short-range firepower is provided by twin Snub-Nose PPCs. An ER Medium Laser takes the place of one of the 6K's heat sinks. The addition of a Guardian ECM Suite makes this Grasshopper a difficult-to-detect guerrilla fighter. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,806[11]
- GHR-C - A basic modification of the 5J model, the Grasshopper C carries a C3 slave unit to allow it to be integrated into a C3 lance and share targeting data with friendly units. To accomplish this, the Streak SRM-2 ammunition has been reduced by one ton. BV (1.0) = 1,219[5], (1,234)[12], BV (2.0) = 1,366[11]
- GHR-7P - The production version of Arc-Royal MechWorks GHR-7X prototype. Uses a Torso Mounted Cockpit, Endo Steel skeleton and VOX 280 Light Fusion Engine, and mounts six Leviathan Enhanced Improved Jump Jets as well. The Type VI Bloodhound Active Probe was also retained. The main difference between the prototype 7X and production 7P is its weaponry, instead of Medium Pulse Lasers and problematic Bombast Lasers, the GHR-7P carries a Maxell X-pulsion Large X-Pulse Laser and an RAMTech 1500Z ER Medium Laser in each arm while another ER Medium Laser fills the head. BV (2.0) = 1,806[2][13]
Custom Variants
- Grasshopper Reynolds - The customised Grasshopper used by 3rd Davion Guards Hauptmann Reynolds Allen when he commanded the Allen's Animals raiding company during Operation Bird Dog, [14]to help him hold out against Clan Smoke Jaguar forces on Luzerne his 'Mech's standard weapons were replaced with a trio of Clan-Tech ER Large Lasers mounted in the head and center torso supported by a Clan ER Medium Laser mounted in each arm and side torso. The remaining free weight was devoted to IS-grade double heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 2,344 [15]
- GHR-7X - A Jihad era experimental prototype developed on Arc-Royal, this version used a Torso-Mounted Cockpit, Light Engine, and Endo Steel skeleton as the frame to carry six Improved Jump Jets. The standard weaponry is replaced with a head mounted Medium Pulse Laser and a Bombast Laser in each arm. To find its opponents, the head also carries a Bloodhound Active Probe. [16] Even after the refined GHR-7P entered production, ARM still produced a small number of GHR-7X Grasshoppers in response to customer requests. Even so, less than ten GHR-7X's were ever manufactured, with the two original prototypes lost on Rochelle. [2] BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1587[17]
Design Quirks
The GHR-7P Grasshopper variant is subject of the following Design Quirks:[2]
Gallery
GHR-5H Grasshopper in combat
GHR-5J Grasshopper in battle
GHR-5J Grasshopper
Mercenary Grasshopper
- Experimental Grasshopper.jpg
GHR-7X Grasshopper jumping
GHR-5H Grasshopper
GHR-5H Grasshopper
References
- ↑ Handbook: House Davion, p. 188
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 Technical Readout: Prototypes, p. 129
- ↑ MUL online date for the Grasshopper
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 150
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 Combat Operations, p. 121, 125
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 155
- ↑ Introductory Record Sheets, p. 20
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 81
- ↑ 'Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 120
- ↑ 'Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 121
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 100
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 180
- ↑ Record Sheets: Prototypes, p. 70
- ↑ Historical Turning Point: Luzerne, p. 3 "Introduction"
- ↑ Historical Turning Point: Luzerne, p. 18 "Grasshopper Reynolds"
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs, p. 5
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs, p. 18
Bibliography
- Combat Operations
- Experimental Technical Readout: Mercs
- Historical Turning Points: Luzerne
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Introductory Record Sheets
- Record Sheets: 3025/3026
- Record Sheets: 3039
- Record Sheets: 3050
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)
- Record Sheets: 3060
- Record Sheets: Prototypes
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: Prototypes