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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Epimetheus.jpg|191px | |image=Epimetheus.jpg|191px | ||
− | |name=Epimetheus | + | |name=''Epimetheus'' |
|manufacturer=[[NAIS]] [[Dark Mirage]] Facility, [[Hyde]] | |manufacturer=[[NAIS]] [[Dark Mirage]] Facility, [[Hyde]] | ||
|production year=3053 | |production year=3053 | ||
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4129 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4129 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
− | |model= | + | |model= |
|cost= | |cost= | ||
|Tech Base=Mixed | |Tech Base=Mixed | ||
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|mass=80 | |mass=80 | ||
|chassis=Endo Steel | |chassis=Endo Steel | ||
− | |armor= | + | |armor= [[ferro-fibrous]] |
|engine=400 XL | |engine=400 XL | ||
− | |comsys= | + | |comsys= |
− | |T&T= | + | |T&T= |
− | |heat sinks= | + | |heat sinks=12 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] |
|speed=80 | |speed=80 | ||
− | |jumpjets= | + | |jumpjets= |
− | |armament=1x [[Ultra AC/10]] | + | |armament= <span></span> |
+ | * 1x [[Ultra AC/10]] | ||
+ | * 2x [[ER Large Laser]] | ||
+ | * 2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]] | ||
|BV (1.0)= | |BV (1.0)= | ||
|BV (2.0)= 2,517<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 283</ref> | |BV (2.0)= 2,517<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 283</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
− | The '''''Epimetheus''''' was designed by the same team that created the ''[[Prometheus ( | + | The '''''Epimetheus''''' was designed by the same team that created the ''[[Prometheus (BattleMech)|Prometheus]]'' BattleMech. The team was trying to design a 'Mech for the Inner Sphere with the latest Clan technologies. The 'Mech uses Clan produced [[ferro-fibrous]] armor, [[Endo Steel]] skeleton, and 400-rated [[Extralight fusion engine|XL engine]]. After Professor [[Burke Kale]] plundered the [[Dark Mirage]] research facility, NAIS investigators discovered that he had taken the half-completed 'Mech with him to [[Solaris]].<ref>''Unbound'', p. 75: "Mech Profile"''</ref> |
− | Under Professor Kale's direction, the ''Epimetheus'' was equipped with a prototype [[Torso Cockpit]] and [[Direct Neural Interface]] that replaced the standard neurohelmet with a direct connection to the MechWarrior's brain. The 'Mech performed admirably in the Solaris arenas, moving swiftly and providing highly accurate fire. | + | Under Professor Kale's direction, the ''Epimetheus'' was equipped with a prototype [[Torso Cockpit]] and [[Direct Neural Interface]] that replaced the standard neurohelmet with a direct connection to the MechWarrior's brain. The 'Mech performed admirably in the Solaris arenas, moving swiftly and providing highly accurate fire. |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
As the ''Epimetheus'' was a technology demonstrator, it had no variants, but the technology pioneered here was used by other factions. | As the ''Epimetheus'' was a technology demonstrator, it had no variants, but the technology pioneered here was used by other factions. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ==Design Quirks== | ||
+ | The ''Epimetheus'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Epimetheus Entry</ref> | ||
+ | * [[Non-Standard Parts]] | ||
+ | * [[Prototype]] | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
− | *''[[ | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]'' |
− | *''[[ | + | * ''[[Unbound]]'' |
+ | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:80 ton BattleMechs]] | [[Category:80 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Individual 'Mechs]] | [[Category:Individual 'Mechs]] |
Latest revision as of 14:46, 4 April 2024
- This article is about the 80-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Epimetheus.
Epimetheus | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | NAIS Dark Mirage Facility, Hyde |
Production Year | 3053[1] |
Class | Assault |
Technical specifications | |
'Mech type | Mixed-tech BattleMech |
Mass | 80 tons |
Chassis | Endo Steel |
Armor | ferro-fibrous |
Engine | 400 XL |
Heat Sinks | 12 double |
Speed | 80 km/h |
Armament |
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BV (2.0) | 2,517[2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Epimetheus was designed by the same team that created the Prometheus BattleMech. The team was trying to design a 'Mech for the Inner Sphere with the latest Clan technologies. The 'Mech uses Clan produced ferro-fibrous armor, Endo Steel skeleton, and 400-rated XL engine. After Professor Burke Kale plundered the Dark Mirage research facility, NAIS investigators discovered that he had taken the half-completed 'Mech with him to Solaris.[3]
Under Professor Kale's direction, the Epimetheus was equipped with a prototype Torso Cockpit and Direct Neural Interface that replaced the standard neurohelmet with a direct connection to the MechWarrior's brain. The 'Mech performed admirably in the Solaris arenas, moving swiftly and providing highly accurate fire.
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Epimetheus was equipped with Clan armor and weaponry. As the cockpit was moved to the torso, extra space was available in the 'Mech's head. This space was filled by an Ultra AC/10. Each arm mounted an ER Large Laser and Medium Pulse Laser. All the weapons were tied into a Clan Targeting Computer that made the weapons extraordinarily accurate.
Variants[edit]
As the Epimetheus was a technology demonstrator, it had no variants, but the technology pioneered here was used by other factions.
Design Quirks[edit]
The Epimetheus has the following Design Quirks:[4]
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Epimetheus (BattleMech)
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 283
- ↑ Unbound, p. 75: "Mech Profile"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 91: BattleMech Quirk Table - Epimetheus Entry