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The 'Mech is equipped with a Large Vibroblade for close melee type combat. Its hull is protected by 17.5 tons of standard armor. | The 'Mech is equipped with a Large Vibroblade for close melee type combat. Its hull is protected by 17.5 tons of standard armor. | ||
| − | Powering the 'Mech is its 360 Rated Extra Light Engine, with [[MASC]] allowing to run up to 100 km/ph. | + | Powering the 'Mech is its 360 Rated [[Fusion Engine - XL|Extra Light Engine]], with [[MASC]] allowing to run up to 100 km/ph. |
For the pilot's protection, it 'Mech is equipped with Full-Head Ejection System. | For the pilot's protection, it 'Mech is equipped with Full-Head Ejection System. | ||
Revision as of 20:58, 6 December 2010
| Banzai | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Model | BZN-X |
| Class | Assault |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 90 tons tons |
| Chassis | Endo Steel |
| Armor | Standard |
| Engine | XL Fusion Engine |
| Speed | 64 km/h (100 km/h with MASC) |
| Jump Jets | None |
| Armament |
2 x Clan Large Pulse Lasers |
| BV (2.0) | 2,647[1] |
Description
The Banzai is a Experimental BattleMech produced by the Draconis Combine's Luthien Armor Works of New Samarkand. This experimental design, utilizes mix of Inner Sphere and Clan technology. It chassis is based on the Daboku or (Mauler) Assault BattleMech. It was first developed in 3076 as large and quick 'Mech, which was designed to be a Close-in brawler.
Only four of the design were produced during the Jihad, with one lost while fighting with the 8th Dieron Regulars. The unit was used in the assault against Word of Blake forces on occupied Prefecture capital of Dieron. The was destroyed after its engine was breached by enemy fire, and its self-destruct booby trap destroyed the surrounding Blakist (and allies) in its wake. The pilot was killed after its Full-Head Ejection System landed roughly.[2]
Armament & Capacities
The Banzai uses mix of Clan and Experimental Inner Sphere technology. The 'Mech range weaponry include two Clan Large Pulse Lasers in right arm, two Medium Pulse Lasers and a head mounted Clan ER Small Laser.
The 'Mech is equipped with a Large Vibroblade for close melee type combat. Its hull is protected by 17.5 tons of standard armor.
Powering the 'Mech is its 360 Rated Extra Light Engine, with MASC allowing to run up to 100 km/ph.
For the pilot's protection, it 'Mech is equipped with Full-Head Ejection System.
As weapon of last resorts, the 'Mech is designed with a powerful Booby Trap, which uses engine's power cause explosion to destroy surrounding enemies.[3]
Variants
None
References