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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the fighting vehicle|other uses|Bulldog (disambiguation)}} + {{otheruses|a tank|the military operation that destroyed [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]]|Operation Bulldog}} + {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle − | image = Bulldog_RGilClan v25.jpg + | image = Bulldog.jpg | name = Bulldog | name = Bulldog | manufacturer = [[Bulldog Enterprises]],<br/>[[ Quikscell Company]] | manufacturer = [[Bulldog Enterprises]],<br/>[[ Quikscell Company]] | model = Standard | model = Standard | production year=2673 | production year=2673 − | year reference=<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/441/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + | year reference=<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/441/]''</ref> | Mission = Brawler<ref name=MUL/> | Mission = Brawler<ref name=MUL/> | Type = Tracked Vehicle | Type = Tracked Vehicle | Cost = 1041600 C-Bills | Cost = 1041600 C-Bills | mass = 60 tons | mass = 60 tons − | armor = [[Bulldog Standard]] + | armor = Bulldog (Standard) − | heat sinks = 8 [[Heat Sink|single]]+ | engine = 240 Bulldog [[ICE]] − | engine = [[240 Bulldog ICE]] | comsys = [[Xilex-2000]] | comsys = [[Xilex-2000]] − | T&T = [[TargiTrack 717]]<ref name=bt.com>''https://bg.battletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,3797.0.html''</ref> + | T&T = [[Xilex-2000 T&T]] − | speed = 65 + | heat sinks = 8 + | speed = 65 | Crew = 4 | Crew = 4 − | armament = + | armament = *1x [[Large Laser]] − * 1x [[large laser]] + *2x [[SRM-4]] − * 2x [[SRM-4]] + *1x [[Machine Gun]] − * 1x [[machine gun]] + | BV (1.0) = ?? − | BV (1.0) = | BV (2.0) = 605 | BV (2.0) = 605 }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − [[Bulldog Enterprises]] was a well-known manufacturer of civilian vehicles that tried to break into the huge market for military hardware by producing the '''Bulldog Main Battle Tank'''. As the market for heavy vehicles was already largely saturated with well-constructed tanks, the Bulldog was not the economic success the company hoped for, despite its more than adequate firepower. It is worth noting that Bulldog Enterprises developed the tank's main weapon all by themselves to keep costs down. This is quite remarkable, given that it was producing strictly nonmilitary hardware prior to the Bulldog. + [[Bulldog Enterprises]] was a well-known manufacturer of civilian vehicles that tried to break into the huge market for military hardware by producing the '''Bulldog''' Main Battle Tank. As the market for heavy vehicles was already largely saturated with well-constructed tanks, the Bulldog was not the economic success the company hoped for, despite its more than adequate firepower. It is worth noting that Bulldog Enterprises developed the tank's main weapon all by themselves to keep costs down. This is quite remarkable, given that it was producing strictly non-military hardware prior to the Bulldog. − The Bulldog could be called a "Jack of all trades," featuring a classic layout of one main gun and a few secondary weapons. Its speed is not exceptional and its protection of 6½ tons of standard armor is anything but ample. On the other hand, it is easy to repair and said to be a reliable and cheap asset for any field commander that needs a backbone for his vehicle forces. + The Bulldog could be called a "Jack of all trades", featuring a classic layout of one main gun and a few secondary weapons. Its speed is not exceptional and its protection of six and a half tons of standard armor is anything but ample. On the other hand, it is easy to repair and said to be a reliable and cheap asset for any field commander that needs a backbone for his vehicle forces. − The tank's sales were poor initially, and the Bulldog was meant to take advantage of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s buildup in late [[twenty-sixth century]] to finally produce a richer cash flow. In [[2700]], Bulldog Enterprises licensed rights to produce the tank to [[Quikscell Company]], hoping that interested royalties would boost their sagging sales.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 68: Bulldog licensing its tank to Quikscell try to increase its sales.</ref> + The tank's sales were poor initially, and the Bulldog was meant to take advantage of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s build-up in late [[twenty-sixth century]] to finally produce a richer cash flow. In [[2700]], Bulldog Enterprises licensed rights to produce the tank to [[Quikscell Company]], hoping that interested royalties would boost their sagging sales.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 68 - Bulldog licensing its tank to Quikscell try to increase its sales.</ref> It survived the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] due to its low cost and easily accessible replacement parts. It survived the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] due to its low cost and easily accessible replacement parts. ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The [[Large Laser]] is the tank's main gun. It has decent range and striking power, but critics note that mounting such a large energy weapon on an [[ICE]]-powered vehicle is a waste of tonnage. Two [[SRM-4]]-racks, supplied with two tons of ammunition, are reliable backups and the Hovertech Quad is well-known throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. The [[Machine Gun]] mounted in the vehicle's front was developed by Bulldog Enterprises as well and is operated by the driver. + The [[Large Laser]] is the tank's main gun. It has decent range and striking power, but critics note that mounting such a large energy weapon on an [[ICE]]-powered vehicle is a waste of tonnage. Two [[SRM-4]]-racks, supplied with two tons of ammunition, are reliable back-ups and the Hovertech Quad is well-known throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. The [[Machine Gun]] mounted in the vehicle's front was developed by Bulldog Enterprises as well and is operated by the driver. ==Variants== ==Variants== − *;LRM <small>''([[2793]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/440/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (LRM)'']''</ref></small> : In this configuration the [[Large Laser]] is removed, only this time an [[LRM-20]] with 18 reloads takes its place, giving the tank indirect fire capabilities and a more powerful long-range punch than the AC model has. BV (1.0) = 499, BV (2.0) = 748 + *;AC : Discarding the laser, the [[2812]] AC-version mounts two [[Autocannon/2]]'s with 45 rounds of ammunition. It addresses the Bulldog's lack of long-range firepower, but significantly reduces raw firepower. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 524 − − *;AC2 <small>''([[2812]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/439/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (AC2)'']''</ref></small> : Discarding the laser, the AC2 version mounts two [[Autocannon/2]]s with 45 rounds of ammunition. It addresses the Bulldog's lack of long-range firepower, but significantly reduces raw firepower. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 524 − − *;Cell <small>''([[3088]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6792/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (Cell)'']''</ref></small> : Equipped with a [[fuel cell]]-powered motor, this Bulldog variant was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It removes all the standard weaponry and carries a [[Snub Nose PPC]], Machine Gun, and a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers with [[Artemis IV]] fire control systems. BV (2.0) = 861<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 55</ref> − − *;ERLL <small>''([[3098]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/9255/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (ERLL)'']''</ref></small> : Jointly developed by engineers from the Draconis Combine and Capellan Confederation, this upgrade of the original Bulldog switches to a fuel cell engine to replace the Large Laser with an [[ER Large Laser|extended-range version]], ties both missile launchers into [[Artemis IV]] fire control systems, and replaces the Machine Gun with a [[Heavy Machine Gun|heavier model]]. Clad in eight and a half tons of [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous Armor]], the ERLL variant carries over half again as much protective armor as its predecessor. BV (2.0) = 842<ref name=RG25>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 25'', p. 4</ref> − *;LB-X <small>''([[3110]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/9257/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (LB-X)'']''</ref></small> : A Capellan variant based on the ERLL model, and designed with anti-air duties in mind, this version carries twin [[LB-5X|LB-5X Autocannons]] in its turret, replacing the laser. This comes at the expense of Artemis IV guidance in the SRM launchers. A pair of standard Machine Guns replace the Heavy Machine Gun of this tank's parent model. BV (2.0) = 855<ref name=RG25/> + *;LRM : Again, in this [[2793]] configuration the [[Large Laser]] is removed, only this time a [[LRM-20]] with 18 reloads takes its place, giving the tank indirect fire capabilities and a more powerful long-range punch than the AC-model has. BV (1.0) = 499, BV (2.0) = 748 − *;Plasma <small>''([[3115]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/9258/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (Plasma)'']''</ref></small> : Another Capellan variant derived from the ERLL model, this version replaces the laser with a Plasma Rifle with two tons of ammunition, and upgrades the SRMs to [[Streak SRM-4|Streaks]]. BV (2.0) = 977<ref name=RG25/> + *;Cell : Equipped with a [[Fuel Cell]] engine, this Bulldog variant was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It removes all the standard weaponry and carries a [[Snub Nose PPC]], Machine Gun, and a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers with [[Artemis IV]] fire control systems. BV (2.0) = 861<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 55</ref> − *;Chemical <small>''([[3146]])''<ref>''[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/9256/ MUL Online Date for the ''Bulldog Medium Tank (Chemical)'']''</ref></small> : An alternate upgrade developed in the Draconis Combine, a [[Large Chemical Laser]] replaces the original model. The reduction in weight from the removal of heat sinks and power converters, plus a transition to fuel cell power, permitted a 33% increase in top speed and the double the original's armor tonnage in [[Hardened Armor]]. BV (2.0) = 999<ref name=RG25/>+ ==Vehicle Gallery== − − ==Gallery== <gallery> <gallery> − Bulldog.jpg|Original Bulldog from [[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]] + File:Bulldog.jpg|Original ''Bulldog'' from [[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]] − Bulldog_RGilClan v25.jpg|Bulldog from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 25|RGilClan: vol. 25]]''+ Image:Bulldog (CCG).jpg|''Bulldog'' in motion from [[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]] − Bulldog (CCG).jpg|Bulldog in motion from [[BattleTech Trading Card Game|BTTCG]] + Image:Bulldog LRM (CCG).jpg|LRM-variant ''Bulldog'' from CCG − Bulldog LRM (CCG).jpg|LRM-variant Bulldog from BTTCG + Image:Bulldog AC (CCG).jpg|AC/2-variant ''Bulldog'' from CCG − Bulldog AC (CCG).jpg|AC/2-variant Bulldog from BTTCG </gallery> </gallery> ==References== ==References== <references /> <references /> − * ''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised,'' pp. 62-63 + *''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised,'' pp. 62-63 − * ''Technical Readout: 3039,'' pp. 68-69 + *''Technical Readout: 3039,'' pp. 68-69 ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]'' − * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 25]]''+ *''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' + *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' + [[Category:Combat Vehicles|Bulldog]] [[Category:Combat Vehicles|Bulldog]]
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{{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | {{InfoBoxCombatVehicle | ||
| − | | image = | + | | image = Bulldog.jpg |
| name = Bulldog | | name = Bulldog | ||
| manufacturer = [[Bulldog Enterprises]],<br/>[[ Quikscell Company]] | | manufacturer = [[Bulldog Enterprises]],<br/>[[ Quikscell Company]] | ||
| model = Standard | | model = Standard | ||
| production year=2673 | | production year=2673 | ||
| − | | year reference=<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/441/ | + | | year reference=<ref name=MUL>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/441/]''</ref> |
| Mission = Brawler<ref name=MUL/> | | Mission = Brawler<ref name=MUL/> | ||
| Type = Tracked Vehicle | | Type = Tracked Vehicle | ||
| Cost = 1041600 C-Bills | | Cost = 1041600 C-Bills | ||
| mass = 60 tons | | mass = 60 tons | ||
| − | | armor = | + | | armor = Bulldog (Standard) |
| − | + | | engine = 240 Bulldog [[ICE]] | |
| − | | engine = [[ | ||
| comsys = [[Xilex-2000]] | | comsys = [[Xilex-2000]] | ||
| − | | T&T = [[ | + | | T&T = [[Xilex-2000 T&T]] |
| − | | speed = 65 | + | | heat sinks = 8 |
| + | | speed = 65 | ||
| Crew = 4 | | Crew = 4 | ||
| − | | armament = | + | | armament = *1x [[Large Laser]] |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | *2x [[SRM-4]] |
| − | * 2x [[SRM-4]] | + | *1x [[Machine Gun]] |
| − | * 1x [[ | + | | BV (1.0) = ?? |
| − | | BV (1.0) = | ||
| BV (2.0) = 605 | | BV (2.0) = 605 | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | [[Bulldog Enterprises]] was a well-known manufacturer of civilian vehicles that tried to break into the huge market for military hardware by producing the '''Bulldog Main Battle Tank | + | [[Bulldog Enterprises]] was a well-known manufacturer of civilian vehicles that tried to break into the huge market for military hardware by producing the '''Bulldog''' Main Battle Tank. As the market for heavy vehicles was already largely saturated with well-constructed tanks, the Bulldog was not the economic success the company hoped for, despite its more than adequate firepower. It is worth noting that Bulldog Enterprises developed the tank's main weapon all by themselves to keep costs down. This is quite remarkable, given that it was producing strictly non-military hardware prior to the Bulldog. |
| − | The Bulldog could be called a "Jack of all trades, | + | The Bulldog could be called a "Jack of all trades", featuring a classic layout of one main gun and a few secondary weapons. Its speed is not exceptional and its protection of six and a half tons of standard armor is anything but ample. On the other hand, it is easy to repair and said to be a reliable and cheap asset for any field commander that needs a backbone for his vehicle forces. |
| − | The tank's sales were poor initially, and the Bulldog was meant to take advantage of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s | + | The tank's sales were poor initially, and the Bulldog was meant to take advantage of the [[Star League Defense Force]]'s build-up in late [[twenty-sixth century]] to finally produce a richer cash flow. In [[2700]], Bulldog Enterprises licensed rights to produce the tank to [[Quikscell Company]], hoping that interested royalties would boost their sagging sales.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3039'', p. 68 - Bulldog licensing its tank to Quikscell try to increase its sales.</ref> |
It survived the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] due to its low cost and easily accessible replacement parts. | It survived the [[Succession Wars (History)|Succession Wars]] due to its low cost and easily accessible replacement parts. | ||
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The [[Large Laser]] is the tank's main gun. It has decent range and striking power, but critics note that mounting such a large energy weapon on an [[ICE]]-powered vehicle is a waste of tonnage. Two [[SRM-4]]-racks, supplied with two tons of ammunition, are reliable | + | The [[Large Laser]] is the tank's main gun. It has decent range and striking power, but critics note that mounting such a large energy weapon on an [[ICE]]-powered vehicle is a waste of tonnage. Two [[SRM-4]]-racks, supplied with two tons of ammunition, are reliable back-ups and the Hovertech Quad is well-known throughout the [[Inner Sphere]]. The [[Machine Gun]] mounted in the vehicle's front was developed by Bulldog Enterprises as well and is operated by the driver. |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; | + | *;AC : Discarding the laser, the [[2812]] AC-version mounts two [[Autocannon/2]]'s with 45 rounds of ammunition. It addresses the Bulldog's lack of long-range firepower, but significantly reduces raw firepower. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 524 |
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| − | *; | + | *;LRM : Again, in this [[2793]] configuration the [[Large Laser]] is removed, only this time a [[LRM-20]] with 18 reloads takes its place, giving the tank indirect fire capabilities and a more powerful long-range punch than the AC-model has. BV (1.0) = 499, BV (2.0) = 748 |
| − | *; | + | *;Cell : Equipped with a [[Fuel Cell]] engine, this Bulldog variant was introduced in the [[Dark Age]]. It removes all the standard weaponry and carries a [[Snub Nose PPC]], Machine Gun, and a pair of [[MML-5]] launchers with [[Artemis IV]] fire control systems. BV (2.0) = 861<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 55</ref> |
| − | + | ==Vehicle Gallery== | |
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| − | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Bulldog.jpg|Original Bulldog from [[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]] | + | File:Bulldog.jpg|Original ''Bulldog'' from [[Technical Readout: 3026|TRO:3026]] |
| − | + | Image:Bulldog (CCG).jpg|''Bulldog'' in motion from [[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]] | |
| − | Bulldog (CCG).jpg|Bulldog in motion from [[BattleTech Trading Card Game| | + | Image:Bulldog LRM (CCG).jpg|LRM-variant ''Bulldog'' from CCG |
| − | Bulldog LRM (CCG).jpg|LRM-variant Bulldog from | + | Image:Bulldog AC (CCG).jpg|AC/2-variant ''Bulldog'' from CCG |
| − | Bulldog AC (CCG).jpg|AC/2-variant Bulldog from | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| − | * ''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised,'' pp. 62-63 | + | *''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised,'' pp. 62-63 |
| − | * ''Technical Readout: 3039,'' pp. 68-69 | + | *''Technical Readout: 3039,'' pp. 68-69 |
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * ''[ | + | *''[http://www.classicbattletech.com/downloads/MasterUnitList_v1-66p_Names.pdf Master Unit List.pdf]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' | |
| − | * ''[[ | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3026 Revised]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3026]]'' | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3039]]'' |
| − | * ''[[Technical Readout: | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' |
| − | * ''[[ | + | |
[[Category:Combat Vehicles|Bulldog]] | [[Category:Combat Vehicles|Bulldog]] | ||