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Line 19: ==Description== ==Description== − The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to reverse engineer the technology for battlesuits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', pp. 14–15</ref> + The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to reverse engineer the technology for battlesuits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 14-15</ref> As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> Line 31:
Line 31: ==Variants== ==Variants== − *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> + *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone (Battle Armor)|Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> ==Notes== ==Notes==
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| − | The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to reverse engineer the technology for battlesuits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', | + | The '''Infiltrator''' is part of the so-called "first generation" of [[battle armor]] created by the [[Federated Commonwealth]]. Thanks to salvage captured from the [[Clans]], the [[New Avalon Institute of Science]] was able to reverse engineer the technology for battlesuits, and decided to create a lighter type than the [[Inner Sphere Standard]] which was geared towards reconnaissance and stealth. The result was a unit armored with an early form of stealth armor and sophisticated sensing equipment, meant to operate deep behind enemy lines and gather intelligence. The first prototype Infiltrator was sent to the [[1st Somerset Strikers]] in [[3050]] to take part in their campaign against [[Clan Jade Falcon]]; for reasons unknown the Strikers chose as its first test operator [[Cadet]] [[Katiara Kylie]], an [[aerospace fighter]] pilot. The suit's first combat experience came during live-fire exercises on [[Waldorff]] V when the renegade Falcon's Claws unit unexpectedly attacked. Despite being taken by surprise and having to fight in swampy terrain, the Infiltrator proved itself by using its stealth systems to hide from the enemy and launch surprise attacks. Based on its performance the Infiltrator was approved for full-scale production shortly thereafter.<ref name=LosTech>''Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 84</ref><ref name=TRO3058>''Technical Readout: 3058'', p. 14-15</ref> |
As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> | As the Infiltrator began reaching combat units, its shortcomings became apparent to many. Infiltrator operators began to dub their suits the "Waddle" for its ungainly gait and poor mobility. The advanced stealth armor it carried, while hiding the suit from enemy detection, was only strong enough to resist small-arms fire, and its paltry firepower was only sufficient for taking on unarmored [[infantry]] and vehicles. These disadvantages were only further highlighted when FedCom commanders overestimated the suit's capabilities and sent them on missions more suited to combat-focused battle armor.<ref name=LosTech/><ref name=TRO3058/> | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> | + | *;Special Ops : Given its nature, it is unsurprising that the Infiltrator became popular with the intelligence agencies that operated within the Federated Commonwealth. This special ops variant, first deployed in [[3062]], was created specifically to help those individuals in their specific tasks. The grenade launcher was replaced with an [[Anti-Personnel Weapon Mount]] and sensors were removed for a [[Remote Sensor Dispenser (Battle Armor)|Remote Sensor Dispenser]], [[Improved Sensors]], and a [[Laser Microphone (Battle Armor)|Laser Microphone]]. These all assist in information-gathering, but still allow the unit to engage in headhunter missions.<ref name=TRO3058/> BV (1.0) = 18, BV (2.0) = 19<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 14</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||