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	[[Ceres Metals Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp120f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 120–121: "BJ2-O Blackjack"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->		[[Ceres Metals Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp120f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 120–121: "BJ2-O Blackjack"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U -->
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	Much like the [[Firestarter (OmniMech)|''Firestarter'' OmniMech]], the genesis of the Omni-Blackjack stems from the Combine's technology exchange program during the initial [[Clan Invasion]] with [[Ceres Metals Industries]]' [[St. Ives Compact]] branch offering [[Luthien Armor Works]] specifications and licenses to manufacturer the ill-regarded ''Blackjack''. Even though it received the [[Blackjack (BattleMech)#Variants|upgraded and more effective BJ-2 version]], LAW manufactured only a few examples before reworking and retooling the line to manufacture an OmniMech version. As well as returning the updated Omni version to Ceres, LAW also exported the BJ2-0 ''Blackjack'' to the [[Free Worlds League]]'s [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]], making it the first OmniMech exported for manufacturing.<ref name=TRO305888-89>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 88–89: "BJ2-O ''Blackjack''"</ref>		Much like the [[Firestarter (OmniMech)|''Firestarter'' OmniMech]], the genesis of the Omni-Blackjack stems from the Combine's technology exchange program during the initial [[Clan Invasion]] with [[Ceres Metals Industries]]' [[St. Ives Compact]] branch offering [[Luthien Armor Works]] specifications and licenses to manufacturer the ill-regarded ''Blackjack''. Even though it received the [[Blackjack (BattleMech)#Variants|upgraded and more effective BJ-2 version]], LAW manufactured only a few examples before reworking and retooling the line to manufacture an OmniMech version. As well as returning the updated Omni version to Ceres, LAW also exported the BJ2-0 ''Blackjack'' to the [[Free Worlds League]]'s [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]], making it the first OmniMech exported for manufacturing.<ref name=TRO305888-89>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 88–89: "BJ2-O ''Blackjack''"</ref>
−	Any goodwill LAW earned from this decision was short-lived when both IBMU and CMI discovered the first production runs of their ''Blackjack''s could only mount Inner Sphere [[OmniPod]]s, accusing the Combine of only exporting [[w:Export variants of Soviet military equipment|so-called "monkey" versions]]. The Combine company's claims of not having perfected the complex software interfaces to support [[Clan]] weapons when the plans were exported ringing hollow when [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] ''Blackjack''s did not suffer from this lack. LAW eventually offered up the required details allowing both companies to resolve the issue in future production runs with earlier versions being upgraded during their first major overhaul.<ref name=TRO305888-89/>	+	Any goodwill LAW earned from this decision was short-lived when both IBMU and CMI discovered the first production runs of their ''Blackjack''s could only mount Inner Sphere [[OmniPod]]s, accusing the Combine of only exporting [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Export_variants_of_Soviet_military_equipment so-called "monkey" versions]. The Combine company's claims of not having perfected the complex software interfaces to support [[Clan]] weapons when the plans were exported ringing hollow when [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] ''Blackjack''s did not suffer from this lack. LAW eventually offered up the required details allowing both companies to resolve the issue in future production runs with earlier versions being upgraded during their first major overhaul.<ref name=TRO305888-89/>
	Manufactured across the Inner Sphere for nearly a decade, only after Luthien Armor Works suffered horrendous losses during the opening stages of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], did the increasingly desperate and cash-strapped company sell off the entire engineering and design rights to the ''Blackjack'' OmniMech. Irian BattleMechs Unlimited was the company who bought after brief negotiations, with Ceres accepting a production license from Irian instead. Reworking the design to fit Free Worlds League weapon components, maintenance on Jihad-era ''Blackjack''s require IBMU-certified parts with rumors of incompatibilities with older LAW ''Blackjack'' OmniPods.<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/>		Manufactured across the Inner Sphere for nearly a decade, only after Luthien Armor Works suffered horrendous losses during the opening stages of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], did the increasingly desperate and cash-strapped company sell off the entire engineering and design rights to the ''Blackjack'' OmniMech. Irian BattleMechs Unlimited was the company who bought after brief negotiations, with Ceres accepting a production license from Irian instead. Reworking the design to fit Free Worlds League weapon components, maintenance on Jihad-era ''Blackjack''s require IBMU-certified parts with rumors of incompatibilities with older LAW ''Blackjack'' OmniPods.<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/>

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{{Otheruses|the 50-ton OmniMech|other uses|Blackjack}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech | image = BlackjackOmni.jpg | name = ''Blackjack'' | manufacturer = [[Ceres Metals Industries]]<ref name=TRCIp120f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 120–121: "BJ2-O Blackjack"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U --> ---- [[General Motors]],<ref name="HHD">''Handbook: House Davion'', p. 11</ref> ---- [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]]<ref name=TRCIp120f /> ---- [[Luthien Armor Works (OmniMech Production Facility)]]<ref name=TRCIp120f /> | production year=3057 |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/378/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | model = BJ2-O<ref name=TRCIp120f /> |cost= 8,881,250 [[C-bill]]s |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |mech type=OmniMech |feet=biped | mass = 50 | chassis = [[Alshain 50 Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | armor = [[Mitchell Argon]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | engine = [[Nissan 200 XL]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | comsys = [[Sipher Security Plus]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | T&T = [[Matabushi Sentinel]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | speed = 64 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | jumpjets = [[Icarus Standard]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> | armament = Primary Configuration <!-- <ref name=TRCIp120f /> --> * 2x [[Ultra AC/5]] * 4x [[medium laser]] * 4x [[machine gun]] | BV (1.0) = 1,187<ref name=TRO3058U130-131>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 130–131: "Blackjack OmniMech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 206</ref> | BV (2.0) = 1,201<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 231</ref> }} ==Description== An upgrade of the ''[[Blackjack (BattleMech)|Blackjack]]'' [[BattleMech]], the '''''Blackjack''''' [[OmniMech]] is a powerful and adaptable medium weight workhorse. Much like the [[Firestarter (OmniMech)|''Firestarter'' OmniMech]], the genesis of the Omni-Blackjack stems from the Combine's technology exchange program during the initial [[Clan Invasion]] with [[Ceres Metals Industries]]' [[St. Ives Compact]] branch offering [[Luthien Armor Works]] specifications and licenses to manufacturer the ill-regarded ''Blackjack''. Even though it received the [[Blackjack (BattleMech)#Variants|upgraded and more effective BJ-2 version]], LAW manufactured only a few examples before reworking and retooling the line to manufacture an OmniMech version. As well as returning the updated Omni version to Ceres, LAW also exported the BJ2-0 ''Blackjack'' to the [[Free Worlds League]]'s [[Irian BattleMechs Unlimited]], making it the first OmniMech exported for manufacturing.<ref name=TRO305888-89>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 88–89: "BJ2-O ''Blackjack''"</ref> Any goodwill LAW earned from this decision was short-lived when both IBMU and CMI discovered the first production runs of their ''Blackjack''s could only mount Inner Sphere [[OmniPod]]s, accusing the Combine of only exporting [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Export_variants_of_Soviet_military_equipment so-called "monkey" versions]. The Combine company's claims of not having perfected the complex software interfaces to support [[Clan]] weapons when the plans were exported ringing hollow when [[Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery]] ''Blackjack''s did not suffer from this lack. LAW eventually offered up the required details allowing both companies to resolve the issue in future production runs with earlier versions being upgraded during their first major overhaul.<ref name=TRO305888-89/> Manufactured across the Inner Sphere for nearly a decade, only after Luthien Armor Works suffered horrendous losses during the opening stages of the [[Word of Blake]] [[Jihad]], did the increasingly desperate and cash-strapped company sell off the entire engineering and design rights to the ''Blackjack'' OmniMech. Irian BattleMechs Unlimited was the company who bought after brief negotiations, with Ceres accepting a production license from Irian instead. Reworking the design to fit Free Worlds League weapon components, maintenance on Jihad-era ''Blackjack''s require IBMU-certified parts with rumors of incompatibilities with older LAW ''Blackjack'' OmniPods.<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/> ==Weapons and Equipment== Weighing five tons heavier than its parent design, the use of advanced construction materials gives the OmniMech ''Blackjack'' 26.5 tons of [[pod space]], allowing it to carry an impressive weapons payload. A maneuverable and enduring design for its size, four permanently mounted [[Icarus]] [[jump jet]]s that allow the ''Blackjack'' to jump up to 120 meters, and the 'Mech is protected by nine and a half tons of armor. The ''Blackjack'' is also built with a weight saving [[Alshain 50]] [[endo steel]] chassis and a Nissan 200 [[XL engine]] giving it a top speed of 64.8 km/h.<ref name=TRO305888-89/><ref name=TRO3058U130-131/> The primary configuration of the ''Blackjack'' is armed for long range combat, with a pair of [[UAC/5]]s that can put twice as much volume of fire downrange as a standard [[AC/5]]. For close combat, the ''Blackjack'' carries four [[medium laser]]s, and four [[machine gun]]s defend the 'Mech against infantry attacks.<ref name=TRO305888-89/><ref name=TRO3058U130-131/> ==Alternate Configurations== *; Alternate Configuration A : Intended for long-range fire support, the A configuration carries two [[LRM-20]] launchers. For close range defense, two [[medium laser]]s and a [[small laser]] are carried.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,231;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 207</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,318<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 232</ref> *; Alternate Configuration B : A long-range bombardment configuration, the primary weapon in the B configuration is a [[Gauss rifle]] backed up by an [[LRM-10]] with an [[Artemis IV]] fire control system for increased missile accuracy. For token close range defense, this configuration carries a [[small laser]]. The B configuration is also linked to allied C3 networks with its [[C3 slave]] unit, making it a very accurate 'Mech.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,298;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 208</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,323<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 233</ref> *; Alternate Configuration C : A versatile configuration, the C configuration carries two [[LB-X AC/10]]s. These can fire both solid rounds and cluster rounds making it effective in almost any role. Two [[medium laser]]s and a [[small laser]] are utilized for close range defense.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,161;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 209</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,189<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 234</ref> *; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is capable of operating without constant ammunition supplies, as it is configured to use only energy weapons. The primary weapon is a [[PPC]] backed up by two [[large laser]]s for long-range firepower. For short-range combat, the D configuration has two [[medium laser]]s, two [[medium pulse laser]]s, and a single [[small laser]]; three extra double heat sinks allow more flexibility at close range.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,184;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 210</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,375<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 235</ref> *; Alternate Configuration E : Similar to the B configuration, the E Configuration is a true sniper. It carries a [[light Gauss rifle]] as its primary weapon backed up by an [[ER large laser]]. An [[LRM-10]] launcher allows it to act in an indirect fire support role if needed and an [[ER small laser]] provides point defense.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,158;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 211</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,260<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref name=FMFWL>''Field Manual: Free Worlds League'', p. 139</ref> *; Alternate Configuration F : The F configuration is built around an [[ER PPC]] and an [[UAC/10]] as its two primary weapons, which provide the F configuration with a powerful long-range punch. For close ranges, the 'Mech carries two [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]], with two extra double heat sinks reduce some of the added burden.<ref name=TRCIp120f /> BV (1.0) = 1,258;<ref name=TRO3058U130-131/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 212</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,405<ref name=TRCIp120f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 237</ref> *; Alternate Configuration R : A field upgrade developed in the midst of [[Operation Bulldog]], this configuration utilized captured [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] weapons to help bolster the [[Star League Defense Force]] forces in later waves. Mounting a salvaged [[Clan]]-tech [[Gauss rifle]] supported by a single Clan [[large pulse laser]] and a trio of Clan [[medium pulse laser]]s and a single [[ER small laser]].<ref name=TDR>''The Dragon Roars'', p. 6</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,010<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 238</ref> *; Alternate Configuration U : An underwater fighter, the ''Blackjack'' U variant carries three [[LRT-5]]s in each arm, supported by a [[light PPC]] in the side torsos. A single [[ER small laser]] rounds out the offensive capabilities of this variant. Most intriguing is the use of the [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[BattleMech HarJel System]] to prevent hull breaches. BV (2.0) = 1,223<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 74</ref> *; Alternate Configuration X : This configuration is being used to test some [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] equipment. The ''Blackjack'' X mounts a quartet of [[light PPC]]s, each equipped with a [[PPC capacitor]]. To provide additional firepower, each arm carries a single [[Streak SRM-4]] which draw ammunition from a single ammunition bay in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,335<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)'', p. 239</ref> ==Design Quirks== The ''Blackjack (Omni)'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 90: Design Quirk Table - Blackjack Omni Entry.</ref> * [[Non-Standard Parts]] ==Related BattleMechs== * ''[[Blackjack (BattleMech)|Blackjack]]'' - When designers at [[Luthien Armor Works]] received license to produce the BJ-2 ''Blackjack'', they quickly used the plans as a template to produce a new OmniMech. The ''Blackjack'' OmniMech became the first OmniMech exported from the [[Draconis Combine]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 88</ref> ==Notable Pilots== :''See [[:Category:Notable Blackjack (OmniMech) Pilots]]'' ==Gallery== <gallery> File:Blackjack TRO3058.png|Original ''Blackjack'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058|TRO:3058]]'' File:BlackjackOmni.jpg|''Blackjack II'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade|TRO:3058 Upgrade]]'' Image:The_Dragon_Roars_(11).jpg|A ''Blackjack II'' [[OmniMech]] in combat from ''[[The Dragon Roars]]'' Image:CCG Crusade Blackjack OA.jpg|BJ2-OA ''Blackjack II'' OmniMech in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' Image:CCG Mechwarrior Blackjack.jpg|BJ2-OB ''Blackjack II'' in battle from ''CCG'' </gallery> ==References== <references/> ==Bibliography== {{div col|colwidth=25em}} * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[The Dragon Roars]]'' * ''[[Field Manual: Free Worlds League]]'' * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' * ''[[Objectives: Capellan Confederation]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Inner Sphere)]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3060]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3067]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]'' {{div col end}} [[Category:'Mechs]] [[Category:Capellan Confederation BattleMechs]] [[Category:Free Worlds League BattleMechs]] [[Category:C3 Slave Equipped BattleMechs]] [[Category:Federated Suns BattleMechs]] [[Category:Draconis Combine BattleMechs]]

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