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{{otheruses|the 20-ton BattleMech|other uses|Howler (disambiguation)}}
 
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{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
|image=Baboon RGilClan v08.png
 
|image=Baboon RGilClan v08.png
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|name=Howler
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|name=''Howler''
 
|manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]]
 
|manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]]
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[[CJF Factory Zone 5]]
 
|production year=2871
 
|production year=2871
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/189/ MUL online date for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/189/ MUL online date for ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
|model=Baboon
 
|model=Baboon
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|cost= 1,826,240 C-bills
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|cost= 1,826,240 [[C-bill]]s
 
|Tech Base=Clan
 
|Tech Base=Clan
 
|mech type=BattleMech
 
|mech type=BattleMech
 
|mass=20
 
|mass=20
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|chassis=Type-A [[Endo Steel]]
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|chassis=[[Type-A]] [[endo steel]]
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|armor=Type 2 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] w/ [[CASE]]
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|armor= [[Type 2 Ferro Fibrous]] with [[CASE]]
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|engine=140 Standard
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|engine=[[140 Standard]]
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|comsys=Unknown
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|comsys=[[Mercer 973]] (Only confirmed for ''Howler (Baboon) 2'')<ref name=TRO3055p104/>
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|T&T=Unknown
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|T&T=[[GEG Pattern 490/1]] (Only confirmed for ''Howler (Baboon) 2'')<ref name=TRO3055p104/>
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|heat sinks=10 [[Double Heat Sinks]]
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|heat sinks=10 [[double heat sink]]s
 
|speed=119
 
|speed=119
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|armament= 3x [[LRM-5]]
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*3x [[LRM-5]]s
 
 
|BV (1.0)=587
 
|BV (1.0)=587
 
|BV (2.0)=645<ref name=MUL66>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 66</ref>
 
|BV (2.0)=645<ref name=MUL66>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 66</ref>
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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The '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. The [[BattleMech]] the [[Inner Sphere]] dubbed the '''''Baboon''''' is moderately fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its armament is at least partially enabled by the use of an [[Endo Steel]] structure and three tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor.
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Although this simian-looking [[BattleMech]] was conceived as a [[Totem 'Mech]] for [[Clan Fire Mandrill]],<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> in the [[Inner Sphere]] where it was given the [[Inner Sphere Designation for Clan BattleMechs|reporting name]] '''''Baboon''''', the '''''Howler''''' was first observed among [[Clan Jade Falcon]] second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. It is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its good speed and armament is made possible by the use of an [[endo steel]] structure and three tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor.
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
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The ''Howler'' is a potent missile boat for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three [[LRM-5]] launchers and three tons of ammunition.
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The ''Howler'' is, essentially, a missile boat, very potent for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three [[LRM-5]] launchers and three tons of ammunition. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.<ref name=rgi8p4/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*;''Howler'' 2 : The ''Howler'' was redesigned by [[Clan Steel Viper]] scientists to improve their light, second-line units. A smaller, [[Extralight Engine]] provides the space for four [[ATM 3]]s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the [['Mech]]'s running speed is reduced, it uses [[MASC]] to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757<ref name=MUL66/>
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*; ''Howler'' 2 : The ''Howler'' was redesigned by [[Clan Steel Viper]] scientists to improve their light second-line units after the Clan was expelled from the [[Inner Sphere]] by Clan Jade Falcon. A smaller [[extralight engine]] provides the space for four [[ATM-3]]s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the [['Mech]]'s running speed is reduced, it uses [[MASC]] to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757<ref name=MUL66/>
  
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*;''Howler'' 3 ("Devil") : [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientists refitted many captured ''Howler'' 2s with an [[ER PPC]] and a [[Targeting Computer]], turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was spotted in the [[Clan Jade Falcon]] occupied zone around [[3055]] by [[ComStar]] [[ROM]] agents and [[Canon Rumor|inaccurately]] reported in the [[1993 Update Flyer]] as the TZ-1 '''''[[Devil]]''''', which they initially falsely described as a 30-ton 'Mech with significantly higher speed and better armor (but no targeting computer).<ref>1993 Update Flyer, p. 7</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref name=MUL66/>
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*; ''Howler'' 3 ("Devil") : [[Clan Snow Raven]] scientists refitted captured ''Howler'' 2s with an [[ER PPC]] and a [[targeting computer]], turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton ''[[Devil]]'', a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early ''Howler''s Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.<ref name=TRO3055p104>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 104</ref> BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277<ref name=MUL66/>
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*; ''Howler'' 4 : Developed by Clan Jade Falcon, this model drops two of the [[LRM-5]]s, installs [[jump jet]]s that can cover 210 meters, and reduce the carried ammunition to a single ton. It is prominently used as a trainer. BV (2.0) = 506<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 22</ref>
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*; ''Howler'' 5 : The standard ''Howler'' chassis has had its [[LRM-5]]s removed and replaced with six [[ER medium laser]]s, fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 23</ref>
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*; ''Howler'' 6 : Another close range combatant, this ''Howler'' variant carries a pair of [[SRM-6]]s in a [[BattleMech Turret#Shoulder Turrent|shoulder turret]]. Two tons of ammunition are carried in a [[CASE II]] protected bay. BV (2.0) = 550<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 24</ref>
  
 
==Design Quirks==
 
==Design Quirks==
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The ''Howler'' has the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.</ref>
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The ''Howler'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 90: Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.</ref>
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*[[Extended Torso Twist]]
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* [[Extended Torso Twist]]
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*[[Narrow/Low-Profile]]
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* [[Narrow/Low-Profile]]
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*[[Searchlight (Design Quirk)|Searchlight]]
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* [[Searchlight (Design Quirk)|Searchlight]]
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==Related Designs==
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* ''[[Devil]]''<ref name=rg8p6>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 6</ref> - A 30 ton [[BattleMech#Light|light]] BattleMech, which built off the ''Howler''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s design.
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==Notable Pilots==
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:''See [[:Category:Notable Howler (Baboon) Pilots]]''
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
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In German products the unit's proper Clan name was perfectly translated to '''Heuler'''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was also perfectly translated to '''Pavian'''.
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* In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to '''''Heuler'''''. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was also perfectly translated to '''''Pavian'''''.
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* Author [[Ashley Watkins]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20231121234813/https://panther6actual.blogspot.com/2015/10/technical-read-out-3055.html blog entry] that she designed stats and wrote background for ''Baboon'' as originally published in ''TRO:3055''.
  
 
==Gallery==
 
==Gallery==
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3055U Baboon.jpg|''Howler 2'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''
 
3055U Baboon.jpg|''Howler 2'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''
 
Baboon_JFSBp097.png|''Howler'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
 
Baboon_JFSBp097.png|''Howler'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
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Baboon_JFSBp7.png|''Howler'' from ''[[Jade Falcon Sourcebook]]''
 
Battle of Coventry (9).jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[The Battle of Coventry (scenario pack)|The Battle of Coventry]]''
 
Battle of Coventry (9).jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[The Battle of Coventry (scenario pack)|The Battle of Coventry]]''
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Devil.jpg|''Howler 3'' (falsely classified as TZ-1 ''Devil'') from ''[[1993 Update Flyer]]''
 
 
CCG Mercenaries Baboon.jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Mercenaries Baboon.jpg|''Howler'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
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Clan Ad Hoc Star - Howler.jpg|''Howler'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Ad Hoc Star]]''
 
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
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*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
*''[[BattleMech Manual]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
 
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
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*''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''
 
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]''
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]''
 
*''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]''
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[[Category:BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Light BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:20 ton BattleMechs]]
 
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[[Category:Missile Boat BattleMechs]]
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[[Category:Clan General BattleMechs]]
 
 
[[Category:Clan Snow Raven BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:Clan Snow Raven BattleMechs]]
 
[[Category:German renamed units]]
 
[[Category:German renamed units]]

Latest revision as of 10:10, 5 March 2024

This article is about the 20-ton BattleMech. For other uses, see Howler (disambiguation).
Howler (Baboon)
Howler
Production information
Manufacturer Novy Minsky Armaments Plant

CJF Factory Zone 5

Production Year 2871[1]
Model Baboon
Class Light
Cost 1,826,240 C-bills
Technical specifications
'Mech type Clan BattleMech
Mass 20 tons
Chassis Type-A endo steel
Armor Type 2 Ferro Fibrous with CASE
Engine 140 Standard
Communications System Mercer 973 (Only confirmed for Howler (Baboon) 2)[2]
Targeting Tracking System GEG Pattern 490/1 (Only confirmed for Howler (Baboon) 2)[2]
Heat Sinks 10 double heat sinks
Speed 119 km/h
Armament

3x LRM-5

BV (1.0) 587
BV (2.0) 645[3]


Description[edit]

Although this simian-looking BattleMech was conceived as a Totem 'Mech for Clan Fire Mandrill,[4] in the Inner Sphere where it was given the reporting name Baboon, the Howler was first observed among Clan Jade Falcon second-line units, though it has since been proven to be much more widespread. It is relatively fast for a 'Mech its size, topping out at 119 km/h. Its good speed and armament is made possible by the use of an endo steel structure and three tons of ferro-fibrous armor.

Weapons and Equipment[edit]

The Howler is, essentially, a missile boat, very potent for its size. Meant to provide fire support to light garrison Stars, the 'Mech carries three LRM-5 launchers and three tons of ammunition. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.[4]

Variants[edit]

  • Howler 2 
    The Howler was redesigned by Clan Steel Viper scientists to improve their light second-line units after the Clan was expelled from the Inner Sphere by Clan Jade Falcon. A smaller extralight engine provides the space for four ATM-3s along with two tons of ammunition. Though the 'Mech's running speed is reduced, it uses MASC to accelerate to 130 km/h in short bursts. BV (1.0) = 634, BV (2.0) = 757[3]
  • Howler 3 ("Devil") 
    Clan Snow Raven scientists refitted captured Howler 2s with an ER PPC and a targeting computer, turning the 'Mech into a sniper. This variant was supposedly inspired by the 30-ton Devil, a BattleMech design in turn inspired by early Howlers Clan Snow Raven had captured from Clan Fire Mandrill.[2] BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277[3]
  • Howler 4 
    Developed by Clan Jade Falcon, this model drops two of the LRM-5s, installs jump jets that can cover 210 meters, and reduce the carried ammunition to a single ton. It is prominently used as a trainer. BV (2.0) = 506[5]
  • Howler 5 
    The standard Howler chassis has had its LRM-5s removed and replaced with six ER medium lasers, fitted in triple mounts in each side torso. BV (2.0) = 1,363[6]
  • Howler 6 
    Another close range combatant, this Howler variant carries a pair of SRM-6s in a shoulder turret. Two tons of ammunition are carried in a CASE II protected bay. BV (2.0) = 550[7]

Design Quirks[edit]

The Howler has the following Design Quirks:[8]

Related Designs[edit]

  • Devil[9] - A 30 ton light BattleMech, which built off the Howler's design.

Notable Pilots[edit]

See Category:Notable Howler (Baboon) Pilots

Notes[edit]

  • In German products, the unit's proper Clan name was translated to Heuler. The unit's proper Inner Sphere name was also perfectly translated to Pavian.
  • Author Ashley Watkins stated in a blog entry that she designed stats and wrote background for Baboon as originally published in TRO:3055.

Gallery[edit]

References[edit]

  1. ↑ MUL online date for Howler (Baboon)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 104
  3. ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 66
  4. ↑ 4.0 4.1 Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 4
  5. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 22
  6. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 23
  7. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 24
  8. ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90: Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.
  9. ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 6

Bibliography[edit]

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