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==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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* '''DRG-1G''' - Arguably the original ''Grand Dragon'', this 'Mech is itself a variant of the original [[Dragon]] 'Mech. The 'Mech is armed with a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] launcher. The 'Mech is also armed with a trio of [[Medium Laser]]s. The 'Mech is also capable of achieving a top speed of only 86.4 km/h. BV (1.0) = 997<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,300<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 139</ref>
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* DRG-1G - Arguably the original ''Grand Dragon'', this 'Mech is itself a variant of the original ''[[Dragon]]'' 'Mech. The 'Mech is armed with a [[PPC]] and [[LRM-10]] launcher. The 'Mech is also armed with a trio of [[Medium Laser]]s. The 'Mech is also capable of achieving a top speed of only 86.4 km/h. BV (1.0) = 997<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,300<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 139</ref>
  
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* '''DRG-1GKDC''' - A ''Grand Dragon'' variant was used as an arena fighter in the [[Solaris Games]]. It has dropped the rearward-firing medium laser in the left torso section to free up tonnage for a [[Dual Cockpit]]. ''(The [[canon]]icity of this design is questionable, as it was only published in the German edition of the [[Solaris VII: The Game World|Solaris VII Boxed Set]].)'' BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ??
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* DRG-1GKDC - A ''Grand Dragon'' variant was used as an arena fighter in the [[Solaris Games]]. It has dropped the rearward-firing medium laser in the left torso section to free up tonnage for a [[Dual Cockpit]]. ''(The [[canon]]icity of this design is questionable, as it was only published in the German edition of the [[Solaris VII: The Game World|Solaris VII Boxed Set]].)'' BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ??
  
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* '''DRG-7K''' - The 7K is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. The 'Mech carries an [[XL Engine]] for power, which is linked to a [[MASC]] system. This allows the ''Grand Dragon'' to move at speeds of up to 129.6 km/h in short bursts. The 'Mech is armed with an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. For support, the 'Mech carries an [[MRM-10]] as its secondary weapon. The 'Mech also carries three [[ER Medium Laser]]s as close combat weapons, all of which are carried in the left arm to allow for the greatest range of fire. Finally, the 'Mech has a [[C3 slave]] unit that allows it to share targeting information with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,280<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,702
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* DRG-7K - The 7K is built using an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. The 'Mech carries an [[XL Engine]] for power, which is linked to a [[MASC]] system. This allows the ''Grand Dragon'' to move at speeds of up to 129.6 km/h in short bursts. The 'Mech is armed with an [[ER PPC]] as its primary weapon. For support, the 'Mech carries an [[MRM-10]] as its secondary weapon. The 'Mech also carries three [[ER Medium Laser]]s as close combat weapons, all of which are carried in the left arm to allow for the greatest range of fire. Finally, the 'Mech has a [[C3 slave]] unit that allows it to share targeting information with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,280<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,702
  
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* '''DRG-9KC''' - Produced at the [[Luthien Armor Works]] plant on [[Nykvarn]] shortly after its opening in [[3070]], the 9KC was created for [[DCMS]] commanders who wanted to use a C3 network composed entirely of ''Grand Dragons''. Though the 9KC is designed as a stand-off 'Mech, it is incredibly effective at close range. The 5K is used as a base, though the 9KC does not incorporate CASE. One rear-facing laser is removed and the missile launcher is replaced with an [[MML 5]]. The PPC is swapped out for a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and the armor is now a more efficient [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] weave. All of these weight-savings enable the inclusion of a [[C3 Computer]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,144
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* DRG-9KC - Produced at the [[Luthien Armor Works]] plant on [[Nykvarn]] shortly after its opening in [[3070]], the 9KC was created for [[DCMS]] commanders who wanted to use a C3 network composed entirely of ''Grand Dragons''. Though the 9KC is designed as a stand-off 'Mech, it is incredibly effective at close range. The 5K is used as a base, though the 9KC does not incorporate CASE. One rear-facing laser is removed and the missile launcher is replaced with an [[MML 5]]. The PPC is swapped out for a [[Snub-Nose PPC]] and the armor is now a more efficient [[Light Ferro-Fibrous]] weave. All of these weight-savings enable the inclusion of a [[C3 Computer]]. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,144
  
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* '''DRG-C''' - Modified specifically to carry a [[C3 slave]] unit into combat, the -C is a modification of the DRG-5K. The 'Mech carries a C3 slave in the place of its rear-facing [[Medium Laser]]. While this does reduce the ''Grand Dragon''s short range firepower somewhat, it also makes the far more accurate when working in a [[C3 lance]]. BV (1.0) = 1,154<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,322
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* DRG-C - Modified specifically to carry a [[C3 slave]] unit into combat, the -C is a modification of the DRG-5K. The 'Mech carries a C3 slave in the place of its rear-facing [[Medium Laser]]. While this does reduce the ''Grand Dragon''s short range firepower somewhat, it also makes the far more accurate when working in a [[C3 lance]]. BV (1.0) = 1,154<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,322
  
 
*[[Dual Cockpit]] refit: The DRG-5K ''Grand Dragon'' is also the [[Draconis Combine]]'s preferred 'Mechs to install Dual Cockpits on. This standard refit subvariant drops one medium laser (presumably the rear-firing laser, as with the DRG-1GKDC).
 
*[[Dual Cockpit]] refit: The DRG-5K ''Grand Dragon'' is also the [[Draconis Combine]]'s preferred 'Mechs to install Dual Cockpits on. This standard refit subvariant drops one medium laser (presumably the rear-firing laser, as with the DRG-1GKDC).
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
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* '''DRG-1G Grand Dragon ''Douglas''''' - This first generation Grand Dragon was customized by [[Team Banzai]] MechWarrior, Douglas Running-Elk. Not keen on high temperatures, Douglas refitted his captured Grand Dragon to run with cool. He had the 'Mech's PPC removed for a [[AC/5|Class 5 Autocannon]] with one ton of ammunition.  He then downgraded its LRM Launcher to a [[LRM 5|5 Rack]] with single ton of ammunition.  He removed all the forward medium lasers for a single [[SRM 6|6-tubed Short Range Missile Launcher]]. BV (1.0) = 909<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 7 - Grand Dragon ''Douglas'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref>
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* DRG-1G ''Grand Dragon Douglas'' - This first generation ''Grand Dragon'' was customized by [[Team Banzai]] MechWarrior Douglas Running-Elk. Not keen on high temperatures, Douglas refitted his captured Grand Dragon to run with cooler weapons. He had the 'Mech's PPC removed for a [[AC/5|Class 5 Autocannon]] with one ton of ammunition.  He then downgraded its LRM Launcher to a [[LRM 5|5 Rack]] with single ton of ammunition.  He removed all the forward medium lasers and replaced them with a single [[SRM 6|6-tubed Short Range Missile Launcher]]. BV (1.0) = 909<ref>''Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs'' p. 7 - Grand Dragon ''Douglas'' - Custom Variant published by [[BattleCorps]] website.</ref>
  
 
==Notable Pilots==
 
==Notable Pilots==

Revision as of 15:33, 21 July 2010

Grand Dragon
Grand Dragon
Production information
Manufacturer Luthien Armor Works
Model DRG-5K
Class Heavy
Cost 13,354,880 C-bills
Technical specifications
Mass 60 tons
Chassis Alshain Type 56-60H
Armor Starshield
Engine Hermes 360 XL
Speed 97.2 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,183[1]
BV (2.0) 1,356[2]


Description

The Grand Dragon is the successful follow-up to the Dragon BattleMech. The 'Mech is built to engage an enemy at long range with a low ammunition dependence. The 'Mech is capable of reaching ground speeds of up to 97.2 km/h. It is also equipped with double heat sinks to dissipate the large amounts of heat produced by its impressive weapons array and is armored with ten tons of armor and CASE to increase MechWarrior survivability in case of an ammunition explosion.

Armament

The Grand Dragon carries a Lord's Light 2 ER PPC as its primary weapon. The ER PPC is backed up by a Telos DecaCluster LRM-10, which gives the 'Mech an impressive and formidable long-range striking capability. If a 'Mech gets into close ranges, the 'Mech carries three Victory 23R Medium Lasers for defense.

Variants

  • DRG-1G - Arguably the original Grand Dragon, this 'Mech is itself a variant of the original Dragon 'Mech. The 'Mech is armed with a PPC and LRM-10 launcher. The 'Mech is also armed with a trio of Medium Lasers. The 'Mech is also capable of achieving a top speed of only 86.4 km/h. BV (1.0) = 997[1], BV (2.0) = 1,300[3]
  • DRG-1GKDC - A Grand Dragon variant was used as an arena fighter in the Solaris Games. It has dropped the rearward-firing medium laser in the left torso section to free up tonnage for a Dual Cockpit. (The canonicity of this design is questionable, as it was only published in the German edition of the Solaris VII Boxed Set.) BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = ??
  • DRG-7K - The 7K is built using an Endo Steel chassis. The 'Mech carries an XL Engine for power, which is linked to a MASC system. This allows the Grand Dragon to move at speeds of up to 129.6 km/h in short bursts. The 'Mech is armed with an ER PPC as its primary weapon. For support, the 'Mech carries an MRM-10 as its secondary weapon. The 'Mech also carries three ER Medium Lasers as close combat weapons, all of which are carried in the left arm to allow for the greatest range of fire. Finally, the 'Mech has a C3 slave unit that allows it to share targeting information with friendly units. BV (1.0) = 1,280[1], BV (2.0) = 1,702
  • DRG-9KC - Produced at the Luthien Armor Works plant on Nykvarn shortly after its opening in 3070, the 9KC was created for DCMS commanders who wanted to use a C3 network composed entirely of Grand Dragons. Though the 9KC is designed as a stand-off 'Mech, it is incredibly effective at close range. The 5K is used as a base, though the 9KC does not incorporate CASE. One rear-facing laser is removed and the missile launcher is replaced with an MML 5. The PPC is swapped out for a Snub-Nose PPC and the armor is now a more efficient Light Ferro-Fibrous weave. All of these weight-savings enable the inclusion of a C3 Computer. BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,144
  • DRG-C - Modified specifically to carry a C3 slave unit into combat, the -C is a modification of the DRG-5K. The 'Mech carries a C3 slave in the place of its rear-facing Medium Laser. While this does reduce the Grand Dragons short range firepower somewhat, it also makes the far more accurate when working in a C3 lance. BV (1.0) = 1,154[1], BV (2.0) = 1,322
  • Dual Cockpit refit: The DRG-5K Grand Dragon is also the Draconis Combine's preferred 'Mechs to install Dual Cockpits on. This standard refit subvariant drops one medium laser (presumably the rear-firing laser, as with the DRG-1GKDC).

Custom Variants

  • DRG-1G Grand Dragon Douglas - This first generation Grand Dragon was customized by Team Banzai MechWarrior Douglas Running-Elk. Not keen on high temperatures, Douglas refitted his captured Grand Dragon to run with cooler weapons. He had the 'Mech's PPC removed for a Class 5 Autocannon with one ton of ammunition. He then downgraded its LRM Launcher to a 5 Rack with single ton of ammunition. He removed all the forward medium lasers and replaced them with a single 6-tubed Short Range Missile Launcher. BV (1.0) = 909[4]

Notable Pilots

Gallery

  • DRG-5K Grand Dragon in Motion

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Combat Operations, p. 125
  2. ↑ Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 67
  3. ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 139
  4. ↑ Record Sheets: Unique 'Mechs p. 7 - Grand Dragon Douglas - Custom Variant published by BattleCorps website.
  5. ↑ Luthien (scenario pack)
  6. ↑ Lethal Heritage

Bibliography

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