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{{Update needed|[[Technical Readout: 3075]]}}
 
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
 
| image        = Jupiter.PNG
 
| image        = Jupiter.PNG
| name        = ''Jupiter''
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| name        = Jupiter
 
| manufacturer = [[CJF Factory Zone 4]]
 
| manufacturer = [[CJF Factory Zone 4]]
| production year = 3068
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| production year=3068
 
| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1725/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/1725/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
| model        = Standard
 
| model        = Standard
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| class        = Assault
 
|cost = 24,138,000 C-bills
 
|cost = 24,138,000 C-bills
|Tech Base=Clan
 
|mech type=BattleMech
 
 
| mass        = 100
 
| mass        = 100
| chassis      = [[Olivetti Stage 9]]
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| chassis      = Olivetti Stage 9
| armor        = [[Raydient Series 5]]
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| armor        = Raydient Series 5
 
| engine      = [[Gorvachs 300 XL]]
 
| engine      = [[Gorvachs 300 XL]]
 
| comsys      = [[Raptor X-T Type iii]]
 
| comsys      = [[Raptor X-T Type iii]]
 
| T&T          = [[Goshawk E-Series]]
 
| T&T          = [[Goshawk E-Series]]
| heat sinks  = 17 [[Double Heat Sink|double]]
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| heat sinks  = 17 [[Double heat sinks]]
 
| speed        = 54
 
| speed        = 54
 
| armament    =
 
| armament    =
* 2x [[ER PPC]]
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* 2x [[ER PPC]]s
* 2x [[LRM-15]]
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* 2x [[LRM-15]]s
* 4x [[Ultra AC/5]]
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* 4x [[Ultra AC/5]]s
 
| BV (1.0)    = 2,433<ref name=RSMW>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I''</ref>
 
| BV (1.0)    = 2,433<ref name=RSMW>''Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I''</ref>
| BV (2.0)    = 2,784<ref name=TRO3075pp148-149>''Technical Readout: 3075'', pp. 148-149: "Jupiter 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 278</ref>
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| BV (2.0)    = 2,784<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149>''Technical Readout: 3075'', p. 149, "Jupiter 'Mech Profile"</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 278</ref>
}}
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}}  
  
 
==Description==
 
==Description==
The '''''Jupiter''''' was designed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] to complement their premier assault '[[Mech]], the ''[[Turkina]]'', during the [[Jihad]]. Although not as versatile as the ''Turkina'', it was developed from the most commonly available parts at the time, giving the ''Jupiter'' a rugged and easily repaired design that many other designs cannot match. Due to its durability, ''Jupiters'' have been spotted in many [[mercenary]] and [[Great House|House]] armies throughout the post-[[Jihad]] [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name=MWDADaPCp158>''MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards'', p. 158</ref>
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The '''''Jupiter''''' was designed by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] to complement their premier assault '[[Mech]], the ''[[Turkina]]'', during the [[Jihad]]. Although not as versatile as the ''Turkina'', it was developed from the most commonly available parts at the time, giving the ''Jupiter'' a rugged and easily-repaired design that many other designs cannot match. Due to its durability, ''Jupiters'' have been spotted in many [[mercenary]] and [[Great House|House]] armies throughout the post-[[Jihad]] [[Inner Sphere]].<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149/>
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Jupiter'' is a massive [[BattleMech]] that can reach 54 km/h at best speed, thanks to its [[XL engine]]. Nineteen and a half tons of armor provide protection that can be matched by few other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3075pp148-149/>
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The ''Jupiter'' is a massive [[BattleMech]] that can reach 54 km/h at best speed, thanks to its [[XL Engine]]. Nineteen and a half tons of armor provide protection that can be matched by few other 'Mechs.<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149/>
  
The ''Jupiter'' is armed for long range combat. The 'Mech mounts a pair of [[Type XX]] [[ER PPC]]s and two [[Series IV]] [[LRM-15]] launchers, giving it excellent long range capabilities. These are backed up by four [[Type DL]] [[Ultra AC/5]]s which allow the 'Mech to put a large volume of fire downrange. Additionally, the ER PPCs allow the 'Mech to stay in combat when its ammunition-dependent weapons have been silenced due to a lack of ammunition in prolonged engagements.<ref name=TRO3075pp148-149/>
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The ''Jupiter'' is armed for long range combat. The 'Mech mounts a pair of Type XX [[ER PPC]]s and two Series IV [[LRM-15]] launchers, giving it excellent long range capabilities. These are backed up by four Type DL [[Ultra AC/5]]s which allow the 'Mech to put a large volume of fire downrange. Additionally, the ER PPCs allow the 'Mech to stay in combat when its ammunition-dependent weapons have been silenced due to a lack of ammunition in prolonged engagements.<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
*;''Jupiter'' 2 : The ''Jupiter 2'' is a more maneuverable variant of the ''Jupiter''. The 'Mech removes the Ultra AC/5s and replaces them with a pair of [[Ultra AC/10]]s. The LRM-15s have been upgraded with [[Artemis IV]] for increased accuracy. Finally, to increase its maneuverability, the ''Jupiter'' 2 has had [[jump jet]]s added that allow it to jump up to ninety meters.<ref name=TRO3075pp148-149/> BV (1.0) = 2,915;<ref name=RSMW /> BV (2.0) = 3,278<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 133</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 279</ref>
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*;''Jupiter'' 2 : The ''Jupiter 2'' is a more maneuverable variant of the ''Jupiter''. The 'Mech removes the Ultra AC/5s and replaces them with a pair of [[Ultra AC/10]]s. The LRM-15s have been upgraded with [[Artemis IV]] for increased accuracy. Finally, to increase its maneuverability, the ''Jupiter'' 2 has had [[jump jet]]s added that allow it to jump up to ninety meters.<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149/> BV (1.0) = 2,915<ref name=RSMW /> BV (2.0) = 3,278<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 133</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 279</ref>
  
*;''Jupiter'' 3 : This version of the ''Jupiter'' sports a completely new weapons configuration. Sporting the same Ultra AC/10s as the 2 version, the rest of the weapons are replaced with a pair of [[HAG 30]] cannons and two [[ER medium laser]]s.<ref name=TRO3075pp148-149/> BV (2.0) = 3,074<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 134</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 280</ref>
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*;''Jupiter'' 3 : This version of the ''Jupiter'' sports a completely new weapons configuration. Sporting the same Ultra AC/10s as the 2 version, the rest of the weapons are replaced with a pair of [[HAG 30]] cannons and two [[ER Medium Lasers]].<ref name=TRO3078pp148-149/> BV (1.0) = ??<ref name=RSMW /> BV (2.0) = 3,074<ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged'', p. 134</ref><ref>''Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 280</ref>
  
*;''Jupiter'' 4 : This [[Dark Age]] variant of the ''Jupiter'' uses an XL fusion engine to reach a top speed of 64 km/h. In place of the standard weaponry, it carries two ER PPCs, two [[Streak SRM-4]]s, and a pair of Artemis IV–enhanced LRM-15s. BV (2.0) = 2,955<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 196</ref>
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*;''Jupiter'' 4 : This [[Dark Age]] variant of the ''Jupiter'' uses an [[XL Fusion Engine]] to reach a top speed of 64km/h. In place of the standard weaponry, it carries two ER PPCs, two [[Streak SRM-4]]s, and a pair of [[Artemis IV]] enhanced LRM-15s. BV (2.0) = 2,955<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 196</ref>
  
=== MechWarrior Dark Age Variants ===
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==Notable pilots==
*;JF042-11A ''Phoenix Wolf'': Seemingly a variant of the ''Jupiter'' 4, the captured 'Mech piloted by [[Wolf's Dragoons]] warrior [[Geo Keane]] mounts a pair of [[Kolibri Delta Series (LPL)|Kolibri Delta Series]] [[Large Pulse Laser]]s instead of the ER PPCs alongside the retained [[Series IV]] Artemis-enhanced LRM-15 and [[Pattern J4]] [[Streak SRM-4]] launchers.<ref name=MWDADaPCp158/>
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*[[Kyle Powers]], Knight errant of the Republic, piloted a Jupiter, probably his own mech, during his mission in Achernar, being killed at his command by the Steel Wolf Torrent. <ref>''A Call to Arms'', p. 249</ref>
  
==Design Quirks==
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*[[Raul Ortega]], Achernar Mechwarrior, used Kyle Powers mech after his death, taking his place as leader of the republic forces in Achernar. <ref>''A Call to Arms'', p. 249</ref>
The ''Jupiter'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 92: BattleMech Quirk Table - Jupiter Entry</ref>
 
* [[Design Quirks#Fine Manipulators|Fine Manipulators]]
 
* [[Design Quirks#Improved Sensors|Improved Sensors]]
 
* [[Improved Targeting (Long)]]
 
  
==Notable Pilots==
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*[[Major Catford]]: Old republican officer, who left his post in a Guard republic's unit, trying to form a mercenary regiment (who he named Heavy Eridani Horse) without succes... In 3133 reappeared in republican's planet Basalt, as a commander of a mercenary unit under orders of Aldrington Emblyn. With his Jupiter, crushed an attack of their rival mercenary unit, but when his force attacked Obsidian Island, the prision in which Emblyn was emprisioned, his own unit betray him, passing to the enemy. With his mech destroyed, he ejects... but his ejection seat crashed on a rock, killing him. <ref name=ACtA26>''Ghost War'' p. 289</ref>
:''See [[:Category:Notable Jupiter Pilots]]''
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*[[Wesley Parks]], officer of mercenary group [[Bannson's Raiders]], who fight against Combine invasion in planet [[Saffel]], in 3134, piloted a Jupiter. His later destiny is unknown.<ref name=ACtA07>''Daughter of the Dragon'' p. 265</ref>.
  
 
==Notes==
 
==Notes==
*The ''Jupiter'' was originally introduced to the BattleTech universe by [[WizKids]] in their MechWarrior: Age of Destruction Collectible Miniatures Game.  The design first appeared in then called Classic BattleTech in record sheet form with the print-only publication of ''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''. Principally BattleTech-style stats were given to the ''Jupiter'' in the form of Dossiers releases at initial release of the game for unique pilots. The Standard version of the ''Jupiter'' and the ''Jupiter'' 2 originated from the dossiers and later exclusive Dark Age Record Sheet Book. Which went out print for a time.
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The ''Jupiter'' was originally introduced to the BattleTech universe by [[WizKids]] in their MechWarrior: Age of Destruction Collectible Miniatures Game.  The design first appeared in then called Classic Battletech in record sheet form with the print-only publication of [[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]. Principally BattleTech-style stats were given to the Jupiter in the form of Dossiers releases at initial release of the game for unique pilots. The Standard version of the Jupiter and the Jupiter 2 originated from the dossiers and later exclusive Dark Age Record Sheet Book. Which went out print for a time.
  
*The ''Jupiter'' would later be reintroduced into the BattleTech universe with the release of ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]'', where the third variant was introduced. WizKids' Liao Incursion has unique pilots with dossiers featuring a then unnamed ''Jupiter'' 4 variant, which sported missile launchers in place of the autocannons.  This variant's record sheet would not be introduced until ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' was published.
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The Jupiter would later re-introduced into the Battletech universe with release of [[Technical Readout: 3075]], where third variant was introduced. The Wizkids' Liao Incursion have unique pilots with dossiers featuring then unnamed Jupiter 4 variant, which sported missile launchers in place of the autocannons.  This variant's record sheet would not be introduced until [[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]] was published.
  
==Gallery==
 
<gallery>
 
File:Jupiter.PNG|''Jupiter'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3075|TRO:3075]]''
 
Jupiter MWDA.png|One original ''Jupiter'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age|MWDA]]'' dossiers
 
File:MWDA-BF041-Overlord Jupiter.jpg|"Overlord"-''Jupiter'' miniature from [[Miniatures - MechWarrior#MechWarrior: Battleforce|MechWarrior: Battleforce set]]
 
</gallery>
 
  
 
==References==
 
==References==
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==Bibliography==
 
==Bibliography==
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
 
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
* ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards]]''
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* ''[https://www.sarna.net/wiki/index.php?title=Jupiter&action=edit&section=5 MWDA Dossier - Leala Banach (Liao Incusion)]
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/dark_age_40.pdf MWDA Dossier - "One-Eye" Jack Farrell (Dark Age)]
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/dark_age_12.pdf MWDA Dossier - Erin Johnston (Dark Age)]
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/liao_incursion_37.pdf MWDA Dossier - Geo Keane (Liao Incursion)]
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* ''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3075 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: MechWarrior Dark Age I]]''
 
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3075]]''
  
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