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|image=Baboon RGilClan v08.png | |image=Baboon RGilClan v08.png | ||
|name=Howler | |name=Howler | ||
| − | |manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]] | + | |manufacturer=[[Novy Minsky Armaments Plant]], [[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> | ||
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==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | 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. | + | 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. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.<ref name=rgi8p4>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8'', p. 4</ref> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
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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/> | *;''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'' 4 : Developed by the Jade Falcons, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. 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 LRMs removed and six [[ER Medium Laser]]s are 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 [[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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*''[[Master Unit List]]'' | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
*''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | ||
Revision as of 11:36, 14 June 2021
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| 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 w/ CASE |
| Engine | 140 Standard |
| Communications System | Unknown |
| Targeting Tracking System | Unknown |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 119 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 587 |
| BV (2.0) | 645[2] |
Contents
Description
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.
Weapons and Equipment
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. It is also used extensively as a training 'Mech.[3]
Variants
- 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 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[2]
- 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 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).[4] BV (1.0) = 1,048, BV (2.0) = 1,277[2]
- Howler 4
- Developed by the Jade Falcons, this model drops two of the LRM-5s and installs Jump Jets that can cover 210 meters. The ammunition bay is reduced to a single ton. BV (2.0) = 506[5]
- Howler 5
- The standard Howler chassis has had its LRMs removed and six ER Medium Lasers are 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
The Howler has the following Design Quirk:[8]
Notes
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.
Gallery
Howler from RG:ilClan v8
Howler 2 from TRO:3055 Upgrade
Howler from Jade Falcon Sourcebook
Howler in combat from The Battle of Coventry
Howler 3 (falsely classified as TZ-1 Devil) from 1993 Update Flyer
Howler in combat from CCG
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References
- ↑ MUL online date for Howler (Baboon)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 66
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 4
- ↑ 1993 Update Flyer, p. 7
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 22
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 23
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 8, p. 24
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 90 Battlemech Quirk Table - Howler Entry.