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| − | * FFL-3SLE - | + | * FFL-3SLE - Utilized by the Star League-in-Exile, the -3SLE is almost identical to the original [[Star League Defense Force]] ''Firefly'', carrying three medium lasers, four small lasers, and an LRM-5 for offensive firepower. However, the SLDF-standard [[TAG]] has been replaced with a [[Guardian ECM]] suite, with half a ton of armor removed to allow for the installation of the bulkier electronics. BV (2.0) = 876 <ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 28</ref> |
| − | * FFL-3PP - A variant of the FFL-3SLE that | + | * FFL-3PP - A [[Pentagon Powers]] variant of the FFL-3SLE that removes the [[CASE]] and ECM in order to upgrade the missile rack to an [[LRM-10]]. BV (2.0) = 888<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 29</ref> |
| − | * FFL-3PP2 - | + | * FFL-3PP2 - Another refit of the FFL-3SLE, this time simply using standard armor plating instead of the advanced ferro-fibrous composites. BV (2.0) = 873<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 30</ref> |
| − | * FFL-3PP3 - | + | * FFL-3PP3 - Again lacking in ferro-fibrous armor, this variation on the -3SLE also removes the ECM system, instead upgrading the LRM rack with an [[Artemis IV]] fire-control system. BV (2.0) = 808<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 31</ref> |
| − | * FFL-4A - An early variant of the ''Firefly'', the 4A carries a similar weapons payload to the 4B model | + | * FFL-4A - An early variant of the ''Firefly'', and one that accompanied the Dragoons to the Inner Sphere, the 4A carries a similar weapons payload to the 4B model, although it keeps the laser battery of the -3SLE instead of the anti-missile system. BV (1.0) = 649, BV (2.0) = 831<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 32</ref> |
* FFL-4C - A variant created by the [[ComGuard]], the 4C upgrades the 4B ''Firefly'' with an [[XL Engine]] and [[Endo Steel]] structure. All three lasers are upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[Artemis IV FCS]] is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to [[double heat sink|doubles]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 806 | * FFL-4C - A variant created by the [[ComGuard]], the 4C upgrades the 4B ''Firefly'' with an [[XL Engine]] and [[Endo Steel]] structure. All three lasers are upgraded to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[Artemis IV FCS]] is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to [[double heat sink|doubles]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 806 | ||
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* FFL-4D - A comparatively new variant that appeared with the Dragoons shortly before the fighting on [[Outreach]], the 4D saves weight through the use of a [[Light Engine]], Endo Steel, and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. Like the 4C, this variant adds an Artemis IV FCS to the [[LRM-5]]. The D, however, upgrades the lasers to [[ER Medium Laser]]s. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses twelve single heat sinks that are sorely taxed. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 894 | * FFL-4D - A comparatively new variant that appeared with the Dragoons shortly before the fighting on [[Outreach]], the 4D saves weight through the use of a [[Light Engine]], Endo Steel, and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. Like the 4C, this variant adds an Artemis IV FCS to the [[LRM-5]]. The D, however, upgrades the lasers to [[ER Medium Laser]]s. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses twelve single heat sinks that are sorely taxed. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 894 | ||
| − | * Firefly C - This is a variant of the ''Firefly'' that has been upgraded with all [[Clan]] technology and is used exclusively by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The ' | + | * ''Firefly C'' - This is a variant of the ''Firefly'' that has been upgraded with all [[Clan]] technology and is used exclusively by [[Wolf's Dragoons]]. The ''Firefly C'' is built on an [[Endo Steel]] chassis and is armed with four [[ER Small Laser]]s, three [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s, and an [[SRM-2]] launcher. BV (1.0) = 1,174, BV (2.0) = 1,290<ref>''Record Sheets: Operation Klondike, p. 33</ref> |
Revision as of 17:07, 18 May 2010
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| Firefly | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Coventry/Earthwerks Combine |
| Model | FFL-4B |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 2,342,600 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | Earthwerks Firefly |
| Armor | StarSlab/1 |
| Engine | GM 150 |
| Speed | 86.4 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Lexington Lifters |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 716 |
| BV (2.0) | 870 |
Description
Until the arrival of Wolf's Dragoons, the Firefly was a 'Mech thought to be extinct. The Firefly is a well-armed recon 'Mech that tips the scales at thirty tons. Since it was reintroduced to the Inner Sphere, the 'Mech has been refitted by the Wolf's Dragoons with Star League technology. It has a maximum ground speed of 86.4 km/h and can jump up to one hundred and twenty meters. As a scout 'Mech, the Firefly gives average performance with its energy weapon-heavy arsenal and is useful in both a recon and in a guerilla fighter role.
Armament
The Firefly is armed with a Coventry Five-Tube LRM-5 for long-range firepower and to attempt to keep enemies at a distance. If facing a determined enemy that is intent on closing, the Firefly carries three Martell Medium Lasers, which can cause a considerable amount of damage. Finally, to protect against missile attacks, the Firefly carries a Sure Fire 444 Anti-Missile System.
Variants
- FFL-3SLE - Utilized by the Star League-in-Exile, the -3SLE is almost identical to the original Star League Defense Force Firefly, carrying three medium lasers, four small lasers, and an LRM-5 for offensive firepower. However, the SLDF-standard TAG has been replaced with a Guardian ECM suite, with half a ton of armor removed to allow for the installation of the bulkier electronics. BV (2.0) = 876 [1]
- FFL-3PP - A Pentagon Powers variant of the FFL-3SLE that removes the CASE and ECM in order to upgrade the missile rack to an LRM-10. BV (2.0) = 888[2]
- FFL-3PP2 - Another refit of the FFL-3SLE, this time simply using standard armor plating instead of the advanced ferro-fibrous composites. BV (2.0) = 873[3]
- FFL-3PP3 - Again lacking in ferro-fibrous armor, this variation on the -3SLE also removes the ECM system, instead upgrading the LRM rack with an Artemis IV fire-control system. BV (2.0) = 808[4]
- FFL-4A - An early variant of the Firefly, and one that accompanied the Dragoons to the Inner Sphere, the 4A carries a similar weapons payload to the 4B model, although it keeps the laser battery of the -3SLE instead of the anti-missile system. BV (1.0) = 649, BV (2.0) = 831[5]
- FFL-4C - A variant created by the ComGuard, the 4C upgrades the 4B Firefly with an XL Engine and Endo Steel structure. All three lasers are upgraded to Medium Pulse Lasers, and an Artemis IV FCS is slaved to the missile launcher. To handle the increased heat, the heat sinks are upgraded to doubles. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 806
- FFL-4D - A comparatively new variant that appeared with the Dragoons shortly before the fighting on Outreach, the 4D saves weight through the use of a Light Engine, Endo Steel, and Ferro-Fibrous armor. Like the 4C, this variant adds an Artemis IV FCS to the LRM-5. The D, however, upgrades the lasers to ER Medium Lasers. Due to space constraints, the 4D uses twelve single heat sinks that are sorely taxed. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 894
- Firefly C - This is a variant of the Firefly that has been upgraded with all Clan technology and is used exclusively by Wolf's Dragoons. The Firefly C is built on an Endo Steel chassis and is armed with four ER Small Lasers, three Medium Pulse Lasers, and an SRM-2 launcher. BV (1.0) = 1,174, BV (2.0) = 1,290[6]