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The '''Autocannon''' is a direct-fire ballistic weapon, firing HEAP (''H''igh-''E''xplosive ''A''rmor-''P''iercing) rounds at targets either singly or in bursts. | The '''Autocannon''' is a direct-fire ballistic weapon, firing HEAP (''H''igh-''E''xplosive ''A''rmor-''P''iercing) rounds at targets either singly or in bursts. | ||
− | Different manufacturers and models of autocannons have different calibers (25mm-203mm) and rates of fire. Due to this, autocannons are grouped into generic "classes" of autocannons with common damage ratings, with '''Autocannon/2'''s having an extremely long range at the cost of having a very small damage output.<ref name="TMp207+"/> | + | Different manufacturers and models of autocannons have different calibers (25mm-203mm) and rates of fire. Due to this, autocannons are grouped into generic "classes" of autocannons with common damage ratings, with '''Autocannon/2'''s having an extremely long range at the cost of having a very small damage output.<ref name="TMp207+">''TechManual'', pp. 207-208, "Autocannons"</ref> |
When compared against a LRM, the Autocannon 2 class of cannon trades damage and mass for more utility in it's use. The weapon can be fired about 90 meters further than a LRM volley in the "long range" bracket, where this weapon excels. It also has a minimum range which is 60 meters closer than a standard Inner Sphere LRM launcher. Lastly, the cannon also almost applies no heat to the vehicle when firing the cannon, compared to a LRM system. | When compared against a LRM, the Autocannon 2 class of cannon trades damage and mass for more utility in it's use. The weapon can be fired about 90 meters further than a LRM volley in the "long range" bracket, where this weapon excels. It also has a minimum range which is 60 meters closer than a standard Inner Sphere LRM launcher. Lastly, the cannon also almost applies no heat to the vehicle when firing the cannon, compared to a LRM system. |
Revision as of 22:43, 19 December 2018
Autocannon/2 | |
Production information | |
Type | Ballistic (Direct Fire) |
Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
Year Availability | 2290 (TA)[1] |
Technical specifications | |
Heat | 1[2] |
Damage | 2[2] |
Minimum Range | 4[2] |
Short Range | 1-8[2] |
Medium Range | 9-16[2] |
Long Range | 17-24[2] |
Tons | 6[2] |
Critical Slots | 1 |
Ammo Per Ton | 45[2] |
Cost (unloaded) | 75,000 |
Ammo Cost (per ton) | 1,000 |
BV (1.0) | 37 |
BV (2.0) | 37[3] 5 (Ammo)[3] |
Contents
Description
The Autocannon is a direct-fire ballistic weapon, firing HEAP (High-Explosive Armor-Piercing) rounds at targets either singly or in bursts.
Different manufacturers and models of autocannons have different calibers (25mm-203mm) and rates of fire. Due to this, autocannons are grouped into generic "classes" of autocannons with common damage ratings, with Autocannon/2s having an extremely long range at the cost of having a very small damage output.[4]
When compared against a LRM, the Autocannon 2 class of cannon trades damage and mass for more utility in it's use. The weapon can be fired about 90 meters further than a LRM volley in the "long range" bracket, where this weapon excels. It also has a minimum range which is 60 meters closer than a standard Inner Sphere LRM launcher. Lastly, the cannon also almost applies no heat to the vehicle when firing the cannon, compared to a LRM system.
An Autocannon/2 can use special munitions to increase its effectiveness.
Models
The Autocannon/2 is manufactured on the following planets:
Brand | Planet | Company | Used by | References |
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Imperator Smoothie-2 | Atreus | Imperator Automatic Weaponry | ??? | [citation needed] |
Mydron D | Gulkana | Yeffters Weapons Factory | ??? | [citation needed] |
ZeusBolt | Dunianshire | Canopus Industries Alpha | ??? | [citation needed] |
Whirlwind-2 | ??? | ??? | ??? | [citation needed] |