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Line 1: − {{Otheruses|the 55-ton OmniMech|other uses|Gauntlet}} + {{Otheruses|the [[OmniMech]]|the [[WarShip]]|Gauntlet (Vessel)}} + {{InfoBoxBattleMech {{InfoBoxBattleMech − |image = Gauntlet OmniMech.jpg + |image=Gauntlet OmniMech.jpg − |name = ''Gauntlet'' + |name=Gauntlet − |manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]] + |manufacturer=[[Coventry Metal Works]] − |production year = 3128 + | production year=3128 − |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> + |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> − |model = GTL-1O + |model=GTL-1O − |cost = 17,135,469 [[C-bill]]s + |introduced=Introduction Year::3128 − |Tech Base = Inner Sphere + |class=Medium OmniMech − |mech type = OmniMech + |cost= − |mass = 55 + |mass=55 − |chassis = [[Coventry GTL-Flex]] [[endo steel]] + |chassis=[[Endo-Steel|Coventry GTL-Flex Endo Steel]] − |armor = [[Lexington Limited Light Ferro-Fibrous]] + |armor=[[Light Ferro-Fibrous|Lexington Limited Light Ferro-Fibrous]] − |engine = [[Defiance 275 Light]] + |engine=[[Light Fusion Engine|Defiance 275 Light]] − |comsys = [[Cyclops 24XS Adaptable]] + |comsys=[[Cyclops 24XS Adaptable]] − |T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] + |T&T=[[Cyclops Special Limited]] − |heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat Sink|double]] + |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] − |speed = 86 + |speed=86 − |speed with MASC = 108 + |speed with MASC=108 − |armament= + |speed with TSM= − Primary Configuration+ |jumpjets=None − * 1x [[Heavy PPC]] + |armament=Prime Configuration − * 1x [[Thunderbolt 10]] + *1x [[Heavy PPC]] − |BV (1.0) = N/A + *1x [[Thunderbolt 10]] − |BV (2.0) = 1,846<ref name=TRO3491 /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/gauntlet-gtl-1o Gauntlet OmniMech MUL Profile including BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 305</ref> + |BV (1.0)= + |BV (2.0)=1,846<ref name=TRO3491 /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/gauntlet-gtl-1o Gauntlet OmniMech MUL Profile including BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 305</ref> }} }} ==Description== ==Description== − Its name alluding to the insignia of the [[Lyran Commonwealth]], the '''''Gauntlet''''' is a medium [[OmniMech]] that was manufactured for the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]]. It was designed as a swift cavalry unit capable of keeping up with lighter 'Mechs while also being able to bring the flexibility and firepower of a medium 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3491>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34–35, 91: "GTL-10 Gauntlet"</ref>+ Originally proposed by [[Archon]] [[Adam Steiner]], the '''''Gauntlet''''' is a medium-class [[OmniMech]] that was manufactured for the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]]. It was designed as a swift cavalry unit capable of keeping up with lighter 'Mechs while also being able to bring the flexibility and firepower of a medium 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3491 /> − − The genesis of the ''Gauntlet'' stems from both [[Archon of the Lyran Commonwealth|Archon]] [[Adam Steiner]]'s proposal for development of a medium OmniMech intended to honor the Lyran spirit and [[Coventry Metal Works]]' purchase of the plans for the ''[[Bushwacker]]'' in the wake of the [[Jihad]]. Despite this, a troubled development cycle marred by persistent technical issues and heavy opposition from many members of the LCAF's senior generals for such a medium-weight design would delay the introduction of the ''Gauntlet'' to [[3128]], almost 30 years after the Archon's initial proposal.<ref name=TRO3491/> <ref name=RGIV2p13/> Upon its debut, one of the first ''Gauntlet''s off the production line was gifted to the [[Second Donegal Guards]] in recognition of their thousandth anniversary.<ref name=Shr12p208>''One Thousand'' in ''Shrapnel,'' Issue 12, p. 208</ref> − − Despite the heavy disdain for the 'Mech from within LCAF High Command, they were not willing to challenge the late Archon's desire for a exclusively Lyran 'Mech and permit export of the ''Gauntlet''. Thus, while the most prestigious [[Social General]] infested LCAF [[regiment]]s normally first in line for an OmniMech would pass over the 'Mech, the ''Gauntlet'' would end up reaching more regular commands which welcomed the design, especially the LCAF's [[lightning company|lightning companies]].<ref name=TRO3491/> − Aside from visually resembling its [[Clan Invasion]] progenitor, the ''Gauntlet'' shares a similar frame and various other components with modern ''Bushwacker'' models, allowing both Coventry Metal Works and [[TharHes Industries]] to reduce costs for both designs through economies of scale.<ref name=RGIV2p13/>+ The 'Mech was put into production by Coventry Metal Works nearly thirty years after it was proposed by the late Archon. Throughout the years it took to develop the design, many senior generals of the LCAF opposed the symbolic 'Mech. When it became available, the ''Gauntlet'' ended up being passed off by these social generals to regular commands, which welcomed the design, especially [[House Steiner]]'s [[lightning company|lightning companies]].<ref name=TRO3491>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34, 91</ref> ==Weapons and Equipment== ==Weapons and Equipment== − The ''Gauntlet'' is designed to be a powerful and swift machine, with a [[Defiance 275 Light|Defiance 275]] [[light fusion engine]] at its heart, which is supported by a sturdy [[Coventry GTL-Flex]] [[endo steel]] frame. In addition to its 21 tons of [[pod space]], the 'Mech has been given a boost of speed in combat: a built-in [[MASC]].<ref name=TRO3491/> + The ''Gauntlet'' is designed to be a powerful and swift machine, with a Defiance 275-rated Light Fusion Engine at its heart, which is supported by a sturdy Coventry GTL-Flex Endo-Steel frame. In addition to its twenty-one-ton pod capacity, the 'Mech has been given a boost of speed in combat: a built-in [[MASC]].<ref name=TRO3491 /> − Designers laid out the ''Gauntlet''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s Primary configuration with two powerful medium-to-long range weapons. The 'Mech's principal firepower comes from its right arm-mounted [[heavy PPC]], while a left-arm mounted [[Thunderbolt 10]] launcher with two tons of ammunition protected by [[CASE]] provides additional firepower. The 'Mech's speed is further increased thanks to a pod-mounted [[supercharger]].<ref name=TRO3491/> + Designers laid out the ''Gauntlet'''s primary configuration with two powerful medium-to-long range weapons. The 'Mech's principal firepower comes from its right arm-mounted Heavy PPC. In the other arm is its long-range weapon, a Class 10 Thunderbolt Missile with two tons of ammunition protected by [[CASE]]. The 'Mech's speed is further increased thanks to a pod-mounted [[Supercharger]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34-35, 91</ref> ==Alternate Configurations== ==Alternate Configurations== − *; Alternate Configuration A : Armed with a powerful mix of missile and long-range light weaponry, the A configuration uses a pair of [[MML-7]]s mounted in its side torsos backed up a pair of lightly-hitting [[light PPC]]s, with one found in each of the arms. [[CASE II]] is installed in each of the 'Mech's arms, so as to shield the arm weaponry from possible ammunition explosions. BV (2.0) = 1,420<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 92</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 306</ref> + *;Alt. Config. A : Armed with a powerful mix of missile and long-range light weaponry, the "A" configuration uses a pair of [[MML-7|7-tube Multi-Missile Launchers]] mounted in its side torsos. Backing up these flexible weapons is a pair of lightly-hitting [[Light PPC]]s, with one found in each of the arms. [[CASE II]] is installed in each of the 'Mech's arms, so as to shield the arm weaponry from possible ammunition explosions. BV (2.0) = 1,420<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 92</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 306</ref> − − *; Alternate Configuration B : Designed for close combat, the B configuration is designed similarly to Coventry’s ''[[Black Hawk-KU]]'' or the older Clan ''[[Nova (Black Hawk)|Nova]]'' OmniMechs. The configuration is armed with 10 [[medium laser]]s split between the 'Mech's two arms with the addition of a single [[medium pulse laser]] in the right torso. These weapons are tied into an accurate [[targeting computer]]. Other equipment found in the B configuration is a [[Guardian ECM suite]], five [[jump jets]], and a [[coolant pod]] to help cope with the high levels of heat produced by the ''Gauntlet'' B's weapons and equipment. BV (2.0) = 2,076<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 94</ref> − *; Alternate Configuration C : Intended to cripple and capture enemy units, the C configuration's principal tool in its mission is a [[TSEMP cannon]] found in the left arm. Its offensive weaponry includes a single [[snub-nose PPC]] and a [[light autocannon/5]] found in the other arm. Both arms' lower actuators have been removed to allow the 'Mech the flexibility of flipping its arms. [[CASE II]] has been added to the right torso to prevent any ammunition explosion effects from crippling the 'Mech's engine and arm weapons. One additional heat sink is added as well. BV (2.0) = 2,048<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 93</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 307</ref> + *;Alt. Config. B : Designed for close combat, the "B" configuration is designed similarly to Coventry’s ''[[Black Hawk KU]]'' or the older Clan ''[[Nova (Black Hawk)|Nova]]'' OmniMechs. The configuration is armed with ten [[Medium Lasers]] split between the 'Mech's two arms with the addition of a single [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in the right torso. These weapons are tied into an accurate [[Targeting Computer]]. Other equipment found in the "B" configuration is a [[Guardian ECM Suite]], five [[Jump Jets]], and a [[Coolant Pod]] to help cope with the high levels of heat produced by the ''Gauntlet'' B's weapons and equipment. BV (2.0) = 2,076<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 94</ref> − ==Related Designs==+ *;Alt. Config. C : Intended to cripple and capture enemy units, the C configuration's principal tool in its mission is a [[TSEMP|TSEMP Cannon]] found in the left arm. Its offensive weaponry includes a single [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and a [[Light AC/5|Light Autocannon/5]] found in the other arm. Both arms' lower actuators have been removed to allow the 'Mech the flexibility of flipping its arms. CASE II has been added to the right torso to prevent any ammunition explosion effects from crippling the 'Mech's engine and arm weapons. One additional heat sink is added as well. BV (2.0) = 2,048<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 93</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 307</ref> − In the wake of the Jihad, TharHes Industries sold the plans to the ''[[Bushwacker]]'' to raise emergency capital. The ''Gauntlet'' was designed using these plans as a starting point.<ref name=RGIV2p13>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 2'', p. 13: "Bushwacker"</ref> − ==Notable Pilots== + ==Notes== − * Leutnant [[Lisa Lee]] of the [[First Hesperus Guards]] piloted a ''Gauntlet'' during [[Vedet Brewer]]'s campaign to establish the [[Vesper Marches]].<ref>''Elements of Treason: Opportunity'', ch. 18 (Kindle Edition)</ref>+ The ''Gauntlet'' strongly resembles the ''[[Bushwacker]]'' BattleMech, though there is no mention of the design's strong resemblance to it. Archon Adam Steiner intended the ''Gauntlet'' to honor the spirit of the Lyran Commonwealth.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', p. 34</ref> − * Hauptmann [[Greta Wellington]] piloted a ''Gauntlet'' during the millennial anniversary of the Second Donegal Guards.<ref name=Shr12p208/> − ==Design Quirks==+ The ''Gauntlet'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: − The ''Gauntlet'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]: + *[[Poor Life Support]] − * [[Poor Life Support]] + *[[Rumble Seat]] ==References== ==References== Line 63:
Line 57: ==Bibliography== ==Bibliography== − * ''[[Elements of Treason: Opportunity]]''+ *''[[Master Unit List]]'' − * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' + *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 2]]''+ *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' − * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' − * ''[[Shrapnel Issue 12]]'' − * ''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' − [[Category:'Mechs]] + [[Category:BattleMechs]] + [[Category:Medium BattleMechs]] + [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] + [[Category:Dark Age Mechs]] [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] + [[Category:OmniMechs]]
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image = Gauntlet OmniMech.jpg | + | |image=Gauntlet OmniMech.jpg |
| − | |name = | + | |name=Gauntlet |
| − | |manufacturer = [[Coventry Metal Works]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Coventry Metal Works]] |
| − | |production year = 3128 | + | | production year=3128 |
| − | |year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | + | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |
| − | |model = GTL-1O | + | |model=GTL-1O |
| − | | | + | |introduced=Introduction Year::3128 |
| − | | | + | |class=Medium OmniMech |
| − | | | + | |cost= |
| − | |mass = 55 | + | |mass=55 |
| − | |chassis = [[Coventry GTL-Flex | + | |chassis=[[Endo-Steel|Coventry GTL-Flex Endo Steel]] |
| − | |armor = [[Lexington Limited Light Ferro-Fibrous]] | + | |armor=[[Light Ferro-Fibrous|Lexington Limited Light Ferro-Fibrous]] |
| − | |engine = [[Defiance 275 Light]] | + | |engine=[[Light Fusion Engine|Defiance 275 Light]] |
| − | |comsys = [[Cyclops 24XS Adaptable]] | + | |comsys=[[Cyclops 24XS Adaptable]] |
| − | |T&T = [[Cyclops Special Limited]] | + | |T&T=[[Cyclops Special Limited]] |
| − | |heat sinks = 10 [[Double Heat | + | |heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]] |
| − | |speed = 86 | + | |speed=86 |
| − | |speed with MASC = 108 | + | |speed with MASC=108 |
| − | |armament= | + | |speed with TSM= |
| − | + | |jumpjets=None | |
| − | * 1x [[Heavy PPC]] | + | |armament=Prime Configuration |
| − | * 1x [[Thunderbolt 10]] | + | *1x [[Heavy PPC]] |
| − | |BV (1.0) = | + | *1x [[Thunderbolt 10]] |
| − | |BV (2.0) = 1,846<ref name=TRO3491 /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/gauntlet-gtl-1o Gauntlet OmniMech MUL Profile including BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 305</ref> | + | |BV (1.0)= |
| + | |BV (2.0)=1,846<ref name=TRO3491 /><ref>[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6621/gauntlet-gtl-1o Gauntlet OmniMech MUL Profile including BV2 & Introduction Year.]</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 305</ref> | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | + | Originally proposed by [[Archon]] [[Adam Steiner]], the '''''Gauntlet''''' is a medium-class [[OmniMech]] that was manufactured for the [[Lyran Commonwealth Armed Forces]]. It was designed as a swift cavalry unit capable of keeping up with lighter 'Mechs while also being able to bring the flexibility and firepower of a medium 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3491 /> | |
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| − | + | The 'Mech was put into production by Coventry Metal Works nearly thirty years after it was proposed by the late Archon. Throughout the years it took to develop the design, many senior generals of the LCAF opposed the symbolic 'Mech. When it became available, the ''Gauntlet'' ended up being passed off by these social generals to regular commands, which welcomed the design, especially [[House Steiner]]'s [[lightning company|lightning companies]].<ref name=TRO3491>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34, 91</ref> | |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Gauntlet'' is designed to be a powerful and swift machine, with a | + | The ''Gauntlet'' is designed to be a powerful and swift machine, with a Defiance 275-rated Light Fusion Engine at its heart, which is supported by a sturdy Coventry GTL-Flex Endo-Steel frame. In addition to its twenty-one-ton pod capacity, the 'Mech has been given a boost of speed in combat: a built-in [[MASC]].<ref name=TRO3491 /> |
| − | Designers laid out the ''Gauntlet'' | + | Designers laid out the ''Gauntlet'''s primary configuration with two powerful medium-to-long range weapons. The 'Mech's principal firepower comes from its right arm-mounted Heavy PPC. In the other arm is its long-range weapon, a Class 10 Thunderbolt Missile with two tons of ammunition protected by [[CASE]]. The 'Mech's speed is further increased thanks to a pod-mounted [[Supercharger]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 34-35, 91</ref> |
==Alternate Configurations== | ==Alternate Configurations== | ||
| − | *; | + | *;Alt. Config. A : Armed with a powerful mix of missile and long-range light weaponry, the "A" configuration uses a pair of [[MML-7|7-tube Multi-Missile Launchers]] mounted in its side torsos. Backing up these flexible weapons is a pair of lightly-hitting [[Light PPC]]s, with one found in each of the arms. [[CASE II]] is installed in each of the 'Mech's arms, so as to shield the arm weaponry from possible ammunition explosions. BV (2.0) = 1,420<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 92</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 306</ref> |
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| − | *; | + | *;Alt. Config. B : Designed for close combat, the "B" configuration is designed similarly to Coventry’s ''[[Black Hawk KU]]'' or the older Clan ''[[Nova (Black Hawk)|Nova]]'' OmniMechs. The configuration is armed with ten [[Medium Lasers]] split between the 'Mech's two arms with the addition of a single [[Medium Pulse Laser]] in the right torso. These weapons are tied into an accurate [[Targeting Computer]]. Other equipment found in the "B" configuration is a [[Guardian ECM Suite]], five [[Jump Jets]], and a [[Coolant Pod]] to help cope with the high levels of heat produced by the ''Gauntlet'' B's weapons and equipment. BV (2.0) = 2,076<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 94</ref> |
| − | + | *;Alt. Config. C : Intended to cripple and capture enemy units, the C configuration's principal tool in its mission is a [[TSEMP|TSEMP Cannon]] found in the left arm. Its offensive weaponry includes a single [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and a [[Light AC/5|Light Autocannon/5]] found in the other arm. Both arms' lower actuators have been removed to allow the 'Mech the flexibility of flipping its arms. CASE II has been added to the right torso to prevent any ammunition explosion effects from crippling the 'Mech's engine and arm weapons. One additional heat sink is added as well. BV (2.0) = 2,048<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', pp. 35, 93</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged'', p. 307</ref> | |
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| − | + | The ''Gauntlet'' strongly resembles the ''[[Bushwacker]]'' BattleMech, though there is no mention of the design's strong resemblance to it. Archon Adam Steiner intended the ''Gauntlet'' to honor the spirit of the Lyran Commonwealth.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth'', p. 34</ref> | |
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| − | + | The ''Gauntlet'' OmniMech is subject to the following [[Design Quirks]]: | |
| − | The ''Gauntlet'' is subject to the following [[Design | + | *[[Poor Life Support]] |
| − | * [[Poor Life Support]] | + | *[[Rumble Seat]] |
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
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| − | * ''[[Master Unit List | + | *''[[Record Sheets: 3145 Unabridged]]'' |
| − | + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3145 Lyran Commonwealth]]'' | |
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| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:BattleMechs]] |
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| + | [[Category:55 ton BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:Dark Age Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Lyran Commonwealth BattleMechs]] | ||
| + | [[Category:OmniMechs]] | ||