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Line 1: − {{otheruses|the 65-ton OmniMech|other uses|Crossbow}} + {{otheruses|the OmniMech design|the earlier regular BattleMech design and other uses|Crossbow (BattleMech)|Crossbow (disambiguation)}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Crossbow (Omni) RGilClan v17.png |image=Crossbow (Omni) RGilClan v17.png |name=''Crossbow'' |name=''Crossbow'' − |manufacturer= − [[Arcturan Arms]] − ---- − [[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]]<ref name=TRCIp50f>''Technical Readout: Clan Invasion'', pp. 50–51: "Crossbow"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3058U --> |production year=2870 |production year=2870 |year reference=<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 182–183</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 166</ref><ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21: RUD</ref> |year reference=<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 182–183</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 166</ref><ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21: RUD</ref> − |model=Prime<ref name=TRCIp50f /> + |manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]]<br>[[Arcturan Arms]] + |model=Prime |cost= 9,135,500 C-bills |cost= 9,135,500 C-bills |Tech Base = Clan |Tech Base = Clan |mech type = OmniMech |mech type = OmniMech |mass=65 |mass=65 − |chassis=[[Anaconda OmniHeavy]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |chassis=Anaconda OmniHeavy − |armor=[[Compound V6]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |armor=Compound V6 − |engine=[[New Kent Type 325]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |engine=New Kent Type 325 − |comsys=[[Bishop 211 Meridian]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |comsys=[[Bishop 211 Meridian]] − |T&T=[[Spanke 112-A]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |T&T=[[Spanke]] − |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] − |speed=86 <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |speed=86 − |armament= 2x [[LRM-20]] w/ [[Artemis IV]] <!-- <ref name=TRCIp50f /> --> + |armament= + *2x [[LRM-20]]s w/ [[Artemis IV FCS]] |BV (1.0) = 1,658<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 270</ref> |BV (1.0) = 1,658<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 270</ref> − |BV (2.0) = 1,829<ref name=TRCIp50f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 169</ref> + |BV (2.0) = 1,829<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 169</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − Developed during the [[Golden Century]] by [[Clan Steel Viper]] as an early second-generation [[OmniMech]], the '''''Crossbow''''' is a relatively cheap OmniMech. The ''Crossbow'' was Clan Steel Viper's first attempt to crash start their OmniMech manufacturing capability, and was initiated in part by a small cadre of captured [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientist caste. Since both parties were relatively new to Omni technology, the teams developed a novel [[OmniPod]] system confined to replacing the 'Mech's arms. Since only the arms of early ''Crossbow''s can mount OmniPods, early ''Crossbow''s are jump-incapable<ref>''TechManual'', p. 51</ref> (more recently, configurations have been published containing weapon systems in the torsos). As the ''Crossbow'' is much less flexible than most OmniMechs, and since the ''Crossbow'' lacks lighter materials of most OmniMechs, the ''Crossbow'' has largely been relegated to second-line duty, though it still appears frequently in the front lines, especially within Clan Steel Viper. However, the ''Crossbow'' is still quite effective - from its first engagement at [[Firebase Climax]] on [[Homer]] in [[2870]] to the present, the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mix of arm-mounted missiles make it a superb fire-support choice.<ref>''Bloodright'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Invading Clans'', pp. 98–99</ref><ref name=ED21/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 178</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> + Developed during the [[Golden Century]] by [[Clan Steel Viper]] as an early second-generation [[OmniMech]], the '''''Crossbow''''' is a relatively cheap OmniMech. The ''Crossbow'' was Clan Steel Viper's first attempt to crash start their OmniMech manufacturing capability, and was initiated in part by a small cadre of captured [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientist caste. Since both parties were relatively new to Omni technology, the teams developed a novel [[OmniPod]] system confined to replacing the 'Mech's arms. Since only the arms of early ''Crossbow''s can mount OmniPods, early ''Crossbow''s are jump-incapable<ref>''TechManual'', p. 51</ref> (more recently, configurations have been published containing weapon systems in the torsos). As the ''Crossbow'' is much less flexible than most OmniMechs, and since the ''Crossbow'' lacks lighter materials of most OmniMechs, the ''Crossbow'' has largely been relegated to second-line duty, though it still appears frequently in the front lines, especially within Clan Steel Viper. However, the ''Crossbow'' is still quite effective - from its first engagement at [[Firebase Climax]] on [[Homer (Clan System)|Homer]] in [[2870]] to the present, the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mix of arm-mounted missiles make it a superb fire-support choice.<ref>''Bloodright'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Invading Clans'', pp. 98–99</ref><ref name=ED21/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 178</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> − Considered a rare design by the [[Jihad era]], the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s remaining production facilities would end up being destroyed in [[3074]] during the [[Wars of Reaving]], effectively phasing it out of use in the [[Clan Homeworlds]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - Crossbow's factory being destroyed</ref> The ''Crossbow'' would find new life in the [[Inner Sphere]] during the next century, as [[Clan Wolf]] used [[Arcturus|Arcturus']] factories to mass produce the design when they took the planet in [[3128]]. During that battle a Wolf MechWarrior named Andreas managed to destroy an entire company of [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] 'Mechs while piloting a ''Crossbow'', earning a posthumous place in the [[Clan Remembrance|Remembrance]] and ensuring that the newly won factory would produce more of the design. Sporting an upgraded configuration ''Crossbows'' saw extensive use in the [[Clan Wolf Touman|Clan Wolf ''touman'']], notably with the [[79th Wolf Battle (Clan Wolf)|Seventy-ninth Wolf Battle Cluster]] on [[Denebola]].<ref name=RGI17p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 12: "Crossbow" entry</ref> + Considered a rare design by the [[Jihad era]], the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s remaining production facilities would end up being destroyed in [[3074]] during the [[Wars of Reaving]], effectively phasing it out of use in the [[Clan Homeworlds]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - Crossbow's factory being destroyed</ref> The ''Crossbow'' would find new life in the [[Inner Sphere]] during the next century, as [[Clan Wolf]] used [[Arcturus|Arcturus']] factories to mass produce the design when they took the planet in [[3128]]. During that battle a Wolf MechWarrior named Andreas managed to destroy an entire company of [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] 'Mechs while piloting a ''Crossbow'', earning a posthumous place in the [[Clan Remembrance|Remembrance]] and ensuring that the newly won factory would produce more of the design. Sporting an upgraded configuration ''Crossbows'' saw extensive use in the Clan Wolf ''Touman'', notably with the [[79th Wolf Battle (Clan Wolf)|Seventy-ninth Wolf Battle Cluster]] on [[Denebola]].<ref name=RGI17p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 12: "Crossbow" entry</ref> When the [[Clan Jade Falcon|Jade Falcons]] later claimed Arcturus after it was abandoned by the Wolves, they neglected the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s production lines, allowing [[Clan Sea Fox]] to buy and sell the design in large numbers. In Jade Falcon service ''Crossbows'' were used to less effect, partly because they were relegated to inferior units.<ref name=RGI17p12/> When the [[Clan Jade Falcon|Jade Falcons]] later claimed Arcturus after it was abandoned by the Wolves, they neglected the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s production lines, allowing [[Clan Sea Fox]] to buy and sell the design in large numbers. In Jade Falcon service ''Crossbows'' were used to less effect, partly because they were relegated to inferior units.<ref name=RGI17p12/> − − After the rebirth of the [[Tamar Pact]], Clan Sea Fox, working in concert with the Pact's leadership, retooled Arcturus Arms' production lines to produce Clan OmniMechs. In exchange, they received the opportunity to claim three of every four ''Crossbow''s produced there.<ref>''Elements of Treason: duty'', ch. 21</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== Line 41:
Line 37: ==Alternate Configurations== ==Alternate Configurations== − *; Alternate Configuration A : The first alternate configuration pares down the LRMs to [[LRM-5]]s and adds a pair of [[Streak SRM-6]]s and [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for close range work.<ref name=TRCIp50f /> BV (1.0) = 1,628;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 271</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,797<ref name=TRCIp50f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration A : The first alternate configuration pares down the LRMs to [[LRM-5]]s and adds a pair of [[Streak SRM-6]]s and [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for close range work. BV (1.0) = 1,628;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 271</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,797<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration B : Another configuration that is simple, though it is more efficient, the B uses a pair of Streak SRM-6s in each arm, along with a ton of ammo for each.<ref name=TRCIp50f /> BV (1.0) = 1,521;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 272</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,687<ref name=TRCIp50f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration B : Another configuration that is simple, though it is more efficient, the B uses a pair of Streak SRM-6s in each arm, along with a ton of ammo for each. BV (1.0) = 1,521;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 272</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,687<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration C : The third configuration continues the missile-heavy loadout with a pair of [[ATM 6]]s, along with enough ammo for each launcher to have access to all of the different types possible. These are supplemented by a pair of [[Heavy Machine Gun]]s in the torso for anti-[[infantry]] work and an [[ECM Suite]].<ref name=TRCIp50f /> BV (1.0) = 1,385;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 273</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 111</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref name=TRCIp50f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 172</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration C : The third variant continues the missile-heavy loadout with a pair of [[ATM 6]]s, along with enough ammo for each launcher to have access to all of the different types possible. These are supplemented by a pair of [[Heavy Machine Gun]]s in the torso for anti-[[infantry]] work and an [[ECM Suite]]. BV (1.0) = 1,385;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 273</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 111</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 172</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration D : This configuration drops the [[LRM-20]]s and [[Artemis IV]], and replaces them with a [[Mech Mortar/8]] in each arm. BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 173</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration D : This variant drops the [[LRM-20]]s and [[Artemis IV]], and replaces them with a [[Mech Mortar/8]] in each arm. BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 173</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration E : Each arm of the E configuration is equipped with eight [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle|AP Gauss Rifle]]s linked to a Targeting Computer for better fire control. BV (2.0) = 1,558<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 174</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration E : Each arm of the E variant is equipped with eight [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle|AP Gauss Rifle]]s linked to a Targeting Computer for better fire control. BV (2.0) = 1,558<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 174</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration F : Each arm carries a single [[ATM-9]] with two tons of ammunition and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,854<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 18</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration F : Each arm carries a single [[ATM-9]] with two tons of ammunition and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,854<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 18</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration G : Each arm carries three [[Streak LRM-5]] missile launchers and two tons of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 19</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration G : Each arm carries three [[Streak LRM-5]] missile launchers and two tons of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 19</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration H : Designed to take advantage of the heavy laser technology pioneered by [[Clan Star Adder]], configuration H mounts a [[Heavy Large Laser|Large]] and a [[Heavy Medium Laser|Medium]] in the right arm. It has an [[LRM-15]] in the opposite arm, and two [[Light Machine Gun]]s on each side of the torso to protect against unarmored [[infantry]]. Four additional [[double heat sink]]s help keep the 'Mech cool.<ref name=TRCIp50f /> BV (1.0) = 1,461;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 274</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 112</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,707<ref name=TRCIp50f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 175</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration H : Designed to take advantage of the heavy laser technology pioneered by [[Clan Star Adder]], variant H mounts a [[Heavy Large Laser|Large]] and a [[Heavy Medium Laser|Medium]]. It has an [[LRM-15]] in the opposite arm, and two [[Light Machine Gun]]s on each side of the torso to protect against unarmored [[infantry]]. Four additional [[double heat sink]]s help keep the 'Mech cool. BV (1.0) = 1,461;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 274</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 112</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,707<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 175</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration J : This configuration carries an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] in the right arm. An engine [[Supercharger]] allows the ''Crossbow'' to reach sprint speeds of 100 km/h. This speed boost allows the 'Mech to bring the nine [[ER Small Laser]]s in the left arm and [[Talon (weapon)|Talons]] mounted in the legs into play more quickly. BV (2.0) = 1,839<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 20</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration J : This configuration carries an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] in the right arm. An engine [[Supercharger]] allows the ''Crossbow'' to reach sprint speeds of 100 km/h. This speed boost allows the 'Mech to bring the nine [[ER Small Laser]]s in the left arm and [[Talon]]s mounted in the legs into play more quickly. BV (2.0) = 1,839<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 20</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration T : Each arm of this configuration carries an [[ER Large Laser]], supplemented by seven [[Improved One Shot]] [[SRM-2]]s and a single Improved One Shot [[SRM-6]]. The final bit of equipment is a [[Light Active Probe]] in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,729<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 16</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration T : Each arm of this configuration carries an [[ER Large Laser]], supplemented by seven [[Improved One Shot]] [[SRM-2]]s and a single Improved One Shot [[SRM-6]]. The final bit of equipment is a [[Light Active Probe]] in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,729<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 16</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration U : Each arm on this variation is equipped with an [[LRT-10]], [[SRT-2]], and [[ER Medium Laser]]. To maintain a high underwater speed, the ''Crossbow'' U is equipped with five [[UMU]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,856<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 144</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration U : Each arm on this variation is equipped with an [[LRT-10]], [[SRT-2]], and [[ER Medium Laser]]. To maintain a high underwater speed, the ''Crossbow'' U is equipped with five [[UMU]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,856<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 144</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration W : This configuration mounts an LRM-10 with a ton of ammunition and an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]] in the arms, supplemented by an [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. An extra double heat sink is carried, bringing the total to eleven. BV (2.0) = 2,051<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 21</ref> + *;Alternate Configuration W : This variant mounts an LRM-10 with a ton of ammunition and an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]] in the arms, supplemented by an [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. An extra double heat sink is carried, bringing the total to eleven. BV (2.0) = 2,051<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 21</ref> ==Design Quirks== ==Design Quirks== Line 91:
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|production year=2870 | |production year=2870 | ||
|year reference=<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 182–183</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 166</ref><ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21: RUD</ref> | |year reference=<ref name=TRO3058U>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', pp. 182–183</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 166</ref><ref name=ED21>''Era Digest: Golden Century'', p. 21: RUD</ref> | ||
| − | |model=Prime | + | |manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]]<br>[[Arcturan Arms]] |
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|cost= 9,135,500 C-bills | |cost= 9,135,500 C-bills | ||
|Tech Base = Clan | |Tech Base = Clan | ||
|mech type = OmniMech | |mech type = OmniMech | ||
|mass=65 | |mass=65 | ||
| − | |chassis= | + | |chassis=Anaconda OmniHeavy |
| − | |armor= | + | |armor=Compound V6 |
| − | |engine= | + | |engine=New Kent Type 325 |
| − | |comsys=[[Bishop 211 Meridian]] | + | |comsys=[[Bishop 211 Meridian]] |
| − | |T&T=[[Spanke | + | |T&T=[[Spanke]] |
| − | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat | + | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |
| − | |speed=86 | + | |speed=86 |
| − | |armament= 2x [[LRM-20]] w/ [[Artemis IV]] | + | |armament= |
| + | *2x [[LRM-20]]s w/ [[Artemis IV FCS]] | ||
|BV (1.0) = 1,658<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 270</ref> | |BV (1.0) = 1,658<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 270</ref> | ||
| − | |BV (2.0) = 1,829 | + | |BV (2.0) = 1,829<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 169</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Developed during the [[Golden Century]] by [[Clan Steel Viper]] as an early second-generation [[OmniMech]], the '''''Crossbow''''' is a relatively cheap OmniMech. The ''Crossbow'' was Clan Steel Viper's first attempt to crash start their OmniMech manufacturing capability, and was initiated in part by a small cadre of captured [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientist caste. Since both parties were relatively new to Omni technology, the teams developed a novel [[OmniPod]] system confined to replacing the 'Mech's arms. Since only the arms of early ''Crossbow''s can mount OmniPods, early ''Crossbow''s are jump-incapable<ref>''TechManual'', p. 51</ref> (more recently, configurations have been published containing weapon systems in the torsos). As the ''Crossbow'' is much less flexible than most OmniMechs, and since the ''Crossbow'' lacks lighter materials of most OmniMechs, the ''Crossbow'' has largely been relegated to second-line duty, though it still appears frequently in the front lines, especially within Clan Steel Viper. However, the ''Crossbow'' is still quite effective - from its first engagement at [[Firebase Climax]] on [[Homer]] in [[2870]] to the present, the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mix of arm-mounted missiles make it a superb fire-support choice.<ref>''Bloodright'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Invading Clans'', pp. 98–99</ref><ref name=ED21/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 178</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> | + | Developed during the [[Golden Century]] by [[Clan Steel Viper]] as an early second-generation [[OmniMech]], the '''''Crossbow''''' is a relatively cheap OmniMech. The ''Crossbow'' was Clan Steel Viper's first attempt to crash start their OmniMech manufacturing capability, and was initiated in part by a small cadre of captured [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientist caste. Since both parties were relatively new to Omni technology, the teams developed a novel [[OmniPod]] system confined to replacing the 'Mech's arms. Since only the arms of early ''Crossbow''s can mount OmniPods, early ''Crossbow''s are jump-incapable<ref>''TechManual'', p. 51</ref> (more recently, configurations have been published containing weapon systems in the torsos). As the ''Crossbow'' is much less flexible than most OmniMechs, and since the ''Crossbow'' lacks lighter materials of most OmniMechs, the ''Crossbow'' has largely been relegated to second-line duty, though it still appears frequently in the front lines, especially within Clan Steel Viper. However, the ''Crossbow'' is still quite effective - from its first engagement at [[Firebase Climax]] on [[Homer (Clan System)|Homer]] in [[2870]] to the present, the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s mix of arm-mounted missiles make it a superb fire-support choice.<ref>''Bloodright'', pp. 60–61</ref><ref>''Invading Clans'', pp. 98–99</ref><ref name=ED21/><ref>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 178</ref><ref name=TRO3058U/> |
| − | Considered a rare design by the [[Jihad era]], the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s remaining production facilities would end up being destroyed in [[3074]] during the [[Wars of Reaving]], effectively phasing it out of use in the [[Clan Homeworlds]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - Crossbow's factory being destroyed</ref> The ''Crossbow'' would find new life in the [[Inner Sphere]] during the next century, as [[Clan Wolf]] used [[Arcturus|Arcturus']] factories to mass produce the design when they took the planet in [[3128]]. During that battle a Wolf MechWarrior named Andreas managed to destroy an entire company of [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] 'Mechs while piloting a ''Crossbow'', earning a posthumous place in the [[Clan Remembrance|Remembrance]] and ensuring that the newly won factory would produce more of the design. Sporting an upgraded configuration ''Crossbows'' saw extensive use in the | + | Considered a rare design by the [[Jihad era]], the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s remaining production facilities would end up being destroyed in [[3074]] during the [[Wars of Reaving]], effectively phasing it out of use in the [[Clan Homeworlds]].<ref>''The Wars of Reaving Supplemental'', p. 17: Discarded Tools of War - Crossbow's factory being destroyed</ref> The ''Crossbow'' would find new life in the [[Inner Sphere]] during the next century, as [[Clan Wolf]] used [[Arcturus|Arcturus']] factories to mass produce the design when they took the planet in [[3128]]. During that battle a Wolf MechWarrior named Andreas managed to destroy an entire company of [[Lyran Commonwealth|Lyran]] 'Mechs while piloting a ''Crossbow'', earning a posthumous place in the [[Clan Remembrance|Remembrance]] and ensuring that the newly won factory would produce more of the design. Sporting an upgraded configuration ''Crossbows'' saw extensive use in the Clan Wolf ''Touman'', notably with the [[79th Wolf Battle (Clan Wolf)|Seventy-ninth Wolf Battle Cluster]] on [[Denebola]].<ref name=RGI17p12>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 12: "Crossbow" entry</ref> |
When the [[Clan Jade Falcon|Jade Falcons]] later claimed Arcturus after it was abandoned by the Wolves, they neglected the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s production lines, allowing [[Clan Sea Fox]] to buy and sell the design in large numbers. In Jade Falcon service ''Crossbows'' were used to less effect, partly because they were relegated to inferior units.<ref name=RGI17p12/> | When the [[Clan Jade Falcon|Jade Falcons]] later claimed Arcturus after it was abandoned by the Wolves, they neglected the ''Crossbow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s production lines, allowing [[Clan Sea Fox]] to buy and sell the design in large numbers. In Jade Falcon service ''Crossbows'' were used to less effect, partly because they were relegated to inferior units.<ref name=RGI17p12/> | ||
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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; Alternate Configuration A : The first alternate configuration pares down the LRMs to [[LRM-5]]s and adds a pair of [[Streak SRM-6]]s and [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for close range work. | + | *;Alternate Configuration A : The first alternate configuration pares down the LRMs to [[LRM-5]]s and adds a pair of [[Streak SRM-6]]s and [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s for close range work. BV (1.0) = 1,628;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 271</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,797<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration B : Another configuration that is simple, though it is more efficient, the B uses a pair of Streak SRM-6s in each arm, along with a ton of ammo for each. | + | *;Alternate Configuration B : Another configuration that is simple, though it is more efficient, the B uses a pair of Streak SRM-6s in each arm, along with a ton of ammo for each. BV (1.0) = 1,521;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 272</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,687<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 170</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration C : The third | + | *;Alternate Configuration C : The third variant continues the missile-heavy loadout with a pair of [[ATM 6]]s, along with enough ammo for each launcher to have access to all of the different types possible. These are supplemented by a pair of [[Heavy Machine Gun]]s in the torso for anti-[[infantry]] work and an [[ECM Suite]]. BV (1.0) = 1,385;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 273</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 111</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,557<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 172</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration D : This | + | *;Alternate Configuration D : This variant drops the [[LRM-20]]s and [[Artemis IV]], and replaces them with a [[Mech Mortar/8]] in each arm. BV (2.0) = 1,210<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 173</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration E : Each arm of the E | + | *;Alternate Configuration E : Each arm of the E variant is equipped with eight [[Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifle|AP Gauss Rifle]]s linked to a Targeting Computer for better fire control. BV (2.0) = 1,558<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 174</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration F : Each arm carries a single [[ATM-9]] with two tons of ammunition and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,854<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 18</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration F : Each arm carries a single [[ATM-9]] with two tons of ammunition and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. BV (2.0) = 1,854<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 18</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration G : Each arm carries three [[Streak LRM-5]] missile launchers and two tons of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 19</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration G : Each arm carries three [[Streak LRM-5]] missile launchers and two tons of ammunition. BV (2.0) = 1,725<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 19</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration H : Designed to take advantage of the heavy laser technology pioneered by [[Clan Star Adder]], | + | *;Alternate Configuration H : Designed to take advantage of the heavy laser technology pioneered by [[Clan Star Adder]], variant H mounts a [[Heavy Large Laser|Large]] and a [[Heavy Medium Laser|Medium]]. It has an [[LRM-15]] in the opposite arm, and two [[Light Machine Gun]]s on each side of the torso to protect against unarmored [[infantry]]. Four additional [[double heat sink]]s help keep the 'Mech cool. BV (1.0) = 1,461;<ref name=TRO3058U/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 274</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 112</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,707<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 175</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration J : This configuration carries an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] in the right arm. An engine [[Supercharger]] allows the ''Crossbow'' to reach sprint speeds of 100 km/h. This speed boost allows the 'Mech to bring the nine [[ER Small Laser]]s in the left arm and [[Talon | + | *;Alternate Configuration J : This configuration carries an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]] in the right arm. An engine [[Supercharger]] allows the ''Crossbow'' to reach sprint speeds of 100 km/h. This speed boost allows the 'Mech to bring the nine [[ER Small Laser]]s in the left arm and [[Talon]]s mounted in the legs into play more quickly. BV (2.0) = 1,839<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 20</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration T : Each arm of this configuration carries an [[ER Large Laser]], supplemented by seven [[Improved One Shot]] [[SRM-2]]s and a single Improved One Shot [[SRM-6]]. The final bit of equipment is a [[Light Active Probe]] in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,729<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 16</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration T : Each arm of this configuration carries an [[ER Large Laser]], supplemented by seven [[Improved One Shot]] [[SRM-2]]s and a single Improved One Shot [[SRM-6]]. The final bit of equipment is a [[Light Active Probe]] in the center torso. BV (2.0) = 1,729<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 16</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration U : Each arm on this variation is equipped with an [[LRT-10]], [[SRT-2]], and [[ER Medium Laser]]. To maintain a high underwater speed, the ''Crossbow'' U is equipped with five [[UMU]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,856<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 144</ref> | + | *;Alternate Configuration U : Each arm on this variation is equipped with an [[LRT-10]], [[SRT-2]], and [[ER Medium Laser]]. To maintain a high underwater speed, the ''Crossbow'' U is equipped with five [[UMU]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,856<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 144</ref> |
| − | *; Alternate Configuration W : This | + | *;Alternate Configuration W : This variant mounts an LRM-10 with a ton of ammunition and an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]] in the arms, supplemented by an [[ER PPC]] in the right torso. An extra double heat sink is carried, bringing the total to eleven. BV (2.0) = 2,051<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 17'', p. 21</ref> |
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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CCG Crusade Crossbow A.jpg|''Crossbow'' A in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | CCG Crusade Crossbow A.jpg|''Crossbow'' A in motion from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]'' | ||
CCG Crusade Crossbow B.jpg|''Crossbow'' B in battle from ''CCG'' | CCG Crusade Crossbow B.jpg|''Crossbow'' B in battle from ''CCG'' | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
* ''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' | * ''[[Era Digest: Golden Century]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'' | ||
* ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' | * ''[[The Wars of Reaving Supplemental]]'' | ||
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