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Line 39: With great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry, the ''Grasshopper'' proved itself during the [[First Succession War]]. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h was augmented by four Leviathan Lifter [[jump jet]]s, one pair in each leg, giving it a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. Revolutionary for its time, the appearance of a heavy 'Mech with the mobility of a lighter design caused a change in tactics; the ''Grasshopper'' became known for using surprise and speed to appear suddenly in the midst of a tightly-packed [[Lance]], a devastating situation should the enemy lack short-ranged weapons themselves. The use of twenty-two [[heat sinks]] also gave it superior heat dissipation rates compared to other heavy 'Mechs, while its low dependence on ammunition allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time. Though it could be outgunned by other 'Mechs of similar tonnage, the combination of its mobility and thirteen tons of standard armor allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to at least inflict significant damage before being forced to withdraw. Finally, mounting its primary weapon in its center torso meant the ''Grasshopper'' remained combat-capable despite suffering crippling damage, including losing both arms, leading many to classify it as a "zombie" 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> With great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry, the ''Grasshopper'' proved itself during the [[First Succession War]]. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h was augmented by four Leviathan Lifter [[jump jet]]s, one pair in each leg, giving it a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. Revolutionary for its time, the appearance of a heavy 'Mech with the mobility of a lighter design caused a change in tactics; the ''Grasshopper'' became known for using surprise and speed to appear suddenly in the midst of a tightly-packed [[Lance]], a devastating situation should the enemy lack short-ranged weapons themselves. The use of twenty-two [[heat sinks]] also gave it superior heat dissipation rates compared to other heavy 'Mechs, while its low dependence on ammunition allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time. Though it could be outgunned by other 'Mechs of similar tonnage, the combination of its mobility and thirteen tons of standard armor allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to at least inflict significant damage before being forced to withdraw. Finally, mounting its primary weapon in its center torso meant the ''Grasshopper'' remained combat-capable despite suffering crippling damage, including losing both arms, leading many to classify it as a "zombie" 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> − Besides hunting down lighter machines to clear the way for heavier, less-mobile 'Mechs, the ''Grasshopper'''s mobility and endurance meant it often spearheaded assaults to storm fortifications, led flanking attacks to hit the enemy from the rear, and served as a backup brawler for [[company|companies]] of light and medium 'Mechs. Its ability to operate independently made it an excellent choice as a raider and guerrilla fighter, an attribute also prized by [[mercenary]] units in need of self-reliant 'Mechs. While popular the ''Grasshopper'' was also an uncommon sight during the Succession Wars, causing many commanders to mistakenly treat it as just another heavy 'Mech. By the time they realized their mistake it was too late, though following [[ComStar]]'s publication of ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' military leaders became more familiar with the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> + Besides hunting down lighter machines to clear the way for heavier, less-mobile 'Mechs, the ''Grasshopper'''s mobility and endurance meant it often spearheaded assaults to storm fortifications, led flanking attacks to hit the enemy from the rear, and served as back-up brawler for [[company|companies]] of light and medium 'Mechs. Its ability to operate independently made it an excellent choice as a raider and guerrilla fighter, an attribute also prized by [[mercenary]] units in need of self-reliant 'Mechs. While popular the ''Grasshopper'' was also an uncommon sight during the Succession Wars, causing many commanders to mistakenly treat it as just another heavy 'Mech. By the time they realized their mistake it was too late, though following [[ComStar]]'s publication of ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' military leaders became more familiar with the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> In the midst of the [[Second Succession War]] the Lantren Corporation's factory on [[Bryant]] was destroyed in [[2843]], a result of worsening global storms and damage inflicted during the conflict, causing production of the 'Mech to cease. However, the ''Grasshopper'' was usually prioritized over other 'Mechs, even a unit commander's own, when it came time to repair and rebuild after a battle. Thus most of the original production run was still in active duty even after centuries of use. Lantren Corporation would eventually introduce a new variant in [[3049]], the GHR-5J, which upgraded many of its original systems with superior [[lostech]] components. Yet the original model was so popular that it would still outnumber the -5J for decades to come by a ratio of three to one. Only when the [[Draconis Combine]] introduced their own [[C3]] variant that trend began to reverse. Further variants were introduced in the years following, and the ''Grasshopper'' participated in many conflicts, including both sides of the [[Jihad]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/> In the midst of the [[Second Succession War]] the Lantren Corporation's factory on [[Bryant]] was destroyed in [[2843]], a result of worsening global storms and damage inflicted during the conflict, causing production of the 'Mech to cease. However, the ''Grasshopper'' was usually prioritized over other 'Mechs, even a unit commander's own, when it came time to repair and rebuild after a battle. Thus most of the original production run was still in active duty even after centuries of use. Lantren Corporation would eventually introduce a new variant in [[3049]], the GHR-5J, which upgraded many of its original systems with superior [[lostech]] components. Yet the original model was so popular that it would still outnumber the -5J for decades to come by a ratio of three to one. Only when the [[Draconis Combine]] introduced their own [[C3]] variant that trend began to reverse. Further variants were introduced in the years following, and the ''Grasshopper'' participated in many conflicts, including both sides of the [[Jihad]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/>
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With great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry, the ''Grasshopper'' proved itself during the [[First Succession War]]. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h was augmented by four Leviathan Lifter [[jump jet]]s, one pair in each leg, giving it a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. Revolutionary for its time, the appearance of a heavy 'Mech with the mobility of a lighter design caused a change in tactics; the ''Grasshopper'' became known for using surprise and speed to appear suddenly in the midst of a tightly-packed [[Lance]], a devastating situation should the enemy lack short-ranged weapons themselves. The use of twenty-two [[heat sinks]] also gave it superior heat dissipation rates compared to other heavy 'Mechs, while its low dependence on ammunition allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time. Though it could be outgunned by other 'Mechs of similar tonnage, the combination of its mobility and thirteen tons of standard armor allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to at least inflict significant damage before being forced to withdraw. Finally, mounting its primary weapon in its center torso meant the ''Grasshopper'' remained combat-capable despite suffering crippling damage, including losing both arms, leading many to classify it as a "zombie" 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> | With great mobility and a predominately shorter-ranged, energy-based weaponry, the ''Grasshopper'' proved itself during the [[First Succession War]]. The 'Mech's ground speed of 64.8 km/h was augmented by four Leviathan Lifter [[jump jet]]s, one pair in each leg, giving it a jumping capability of one hundred and twenty meters. Revolutionary for its time, the appearance of a heavy 'Mech with the mobility of a lighter design caused a change in tactics; the ''Grasshopper'' became known for using surprise and speed to appear suddenly in the midst of a tightly-packed [[Lance]], a devastating situation should the enemy lack short-ranged weapons themselves. The use of twenty-two [[heat sinks]] also gave it superior heat dissipation rates compared to other heavy 'Mechs, while its low dependence on ammunition allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to operate away from established supply lines for extended periods of time. Though it could be outgunned by other 'Mechs of similar tonnage, the combination of its mobility and thirteen tons of standard armor allowed the ''Grasshopper'' to at least inflict significant damage before being forced to withdraw. Finally, mounting its primary weapon in its center torso meant the ''Grasshopper'' remained combat-capable despite suffering crippling damage, including losing both arms, leading many to classify it as a "zombie" 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> | ||
| − | Besides hunting down lighter machines to clear the way for heavier, less-mobile 'Mechs, the ''Grasshopper'' | + | Besides hunting down lighter machines to clear the way for heavier, less-mobile 'Mechs, the ''Grasshopper'''s mobility and endurance meant it often spearheaded assaults to storm fortifications, led flanking attacks to hit the enemy from the rear, and served as back-up brawler for [[company|companies]] of light and medium 'Mechs. Its ability to operate independently made it an excellent choice as a raider and guerrilla fighter, an attribute also prized by [[mercenary]] units in need of self-reliant 'Mechs. While popular the ''Grasshopper'' was also an uncommon sight during the Succession Wars, causing many commanders to mistakenly treat it as just another heavy 'Mech. By the time they realized their mistake it was too late, though following [[ComStar]]'s publication of ''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' military leaders became more familiar with the 'Mech.<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3025R/><ref name=TRO3050U/> |
In the midst of the [[Second Succession War]] the Lantren Corporation's factory on [[Bryant]] was destroyed in [[2843]], a result of worsening global storms and damage inflicted during the conflict, causing production of the 'Mech to cease. However, the ''Grasshopper'' was usually prioritized over other 'Mechs, even a unit commander's own, when it came time to repair and rebuild after a battle. Thus most of the original production run was still in active duty even after centuries of use. Lantren Corporation would eventually introduce a new variant in [[3049]], the GHR-5J, which upgraded many of its original systems with superior [[lostech]] components. Yet the original model was so popular that it would still outnumber the -5J for decades to come by a ratio of three to one. Only when the [[Draconis Combine]] introduced their own [[C3]] variant that trend began to reverse. Further variants were introduced in the years following, and the ''Grasshopper'' participated in many conflicts, including both sides of the [[Jihad]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/> | In the midst of the [[Second Succession War]] the Lantren Corporation's factory on [[Bryant]] was destroyed in [[2843]], a result of worsening global storms and damage inflicted during the conflict, causing production of the 'Mech to cease. However, the ''Grasshopper'' was usually prioritized over other 'Mechs, even a unit commander's own, when it came time to repair and rebuild after a battle. Thus most of the original production run was still in active duty even after centuries of use. Lantren Corporation would eventually introduce a new variant in [[3049]], the GHR-5J, which upgraded many of its original systems with superior [[lostech]] components. Yet the original model was so popular that it would still outnumber the -5J for decades to come by a ratio of three to one. Only when the [[Draconis Combine]] introduced their own [[C3]] variant that trend began to reverse. Further variants were introduced in the years following, and the ''Grasshopper'' participated in many conflicts, including both sides of the [[Jihad]].<ref name=TRO3039/><ref name=TRO3050U/> | ||