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The '''''Kodiak''''' is a fast [[Assault 'Mech]] designed by [[Clan Ghost Bear]] as a second-line counterpart to the ''[[Executioner (Gladiator)|Gladiator]]''.  Though not taken to the same extreme as other [[Clan]] [[Totem 'Mech]]s, the ''Kodiak'' does epitomize the Ghost Bears' method of warfare, combining an impressive defensive platform with surprising amounts of speed and firepower.  Its massive 400-rated [[XL engine]] propels the ''Kodiak'' to a maximum speed of 64.8 km/h, while seventeen and a half tons of Compound 12A2 gives it impressive armor protection. Though it mounts an incredible amount of firepower, even the use of twenty [[double heat sink]]s cannot prevent overheating problems when they are all fired simultaneously, though most MechWarriors learn to use their weapons sparingly and love the 'Mech's ability to deliver a massive [[Alpha strike (Tactic)|knockout punch]].  The ''Kodiak'' incorporates the [[Garret L20]] as its communications system, and uses the [[RCA Instatrack Mark IX]] for targeting, however the "claws" mounted on both of its arms are purely aesthetic.<ref name=TROU194>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 194-195</ref>
 
The '''''Kodiak''''' is a fast [[Assault 'Mech]] designed by [[Clan Ghost Bear]] as a second-line counterpart to the ''[[Executioner (Gladiator)|Gladiator]]''.  Though not taken to the same extreme as other [[Clan]] [[Totem 'Mech]]s, the ''Kodiak'' does epitomize the Ghost Bears' method of warfare, combining an impressive defensive platform with surprising amounts of speed and firepower.  Its massive 400-rated [[XL engine]] propels the ''Kodiak'' to a maximum speed of 64.8 km/h, while seventeen and a half tons of Compound 12A2 gives it impressive armor protection. Though it mounts an incredible amount of firepower, even the use of twenty [[double heat sink]]s cannot prevent overheating problems when they are all fired simultaneously, though most MechWarriors learn to use their weapons sparingly and love the 'Mech's ability to deliver a massive [[Alpha strike (Tactic)|knockout punch]].  The ''Kodiak'' incorporates the [[Garret L20]] as its communications system, and uses the [[RCA Instatrack Mark IX]] for targeting, however the "claws" mounted on both of its arms are purely aesthetic.<ref name=TROU194>''Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade'', p. 194-195</ref>
  
The vast majority of ''Kodiak''s are used by the Ghost Bears, and indeed was exclusive to them in the first years since its introduction.  Of those which are found in other [[touman]]s, [[Clan Snow Raven]] has the largest share, payment for their help in relocating to the [[Inner Sphere]], followed by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] and [[Clan Cloud Cobra]].  Among the [[Crusader Clans]] though, only [[Clan Ice Hellion]] fields a handful of these 'Mechs.<ref name=TROU194/> As a interesting note, and proof of the expansion of the ''Kodiak'', at least two of these 'Mechs were found in a Smoke Jaguar unit on planet [[Asgard]], during [[Operation Bulldog]]. In later years, [[Clan Hell's Horses]] would also become users of the ''Kodiak'', obtaining at least a [[Trinary]] of them from the Ghost Bears through various [[Trial of Possession|Trials of Possession]].<ref>''Technical Readout: Prototypes'', p. 86, 'Procyon (Quad)'</ref><ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 30'', p. 4, 'Onuris Attack VTOL'</ref>
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The vast majority of ''Kodiak''s are used by the Ghost Bears, and indeed was exclusive to them in the first years since its introduction.  Of those which are found in other [[touman]]s, [[Clan Snow Raven]] has the largest share, payment for their help in relocating to the [[Inner Sphere]], followed by [[Clan Goliath Scorpion]] and [[Clan Cloud Cobra]].  Among the [[Crusader Clans]] though, only [[Clan Ice Hellion]] fields a handful of these 'Mechs.<ref name=TROU194/> As a interesting note, and proof of the expansion of the ''Kodiak'', at least two of these 'Mechs were found in a Smoke Jaguar unit on planet [[Asgard]], during [[Operation Bulldog]].
  
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
 
==Weapons and Equipment==
The ''Kodiak''&#39;s primary armament consists of devastating short-range weaponry; namely the single [[Series II]] [[Ultra AC/20]] occupying its entire right torso, and twin [[Streak SRM-6]]s situated in the left torso. These powerful weapons enable the ''Kodiak'' to savage any foe, but care must be taken with the limited ammunition at the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]'s disposal. The 'Mech supplements its primary weaponry with eight [[Series 2a]] [[ER medium laser]]s, four above each hand set into a claw-like array. The ER medium lasers, powered by the fusion power plant, provide hefty firepower long after the ammunition bays have run dry. While the ''Kodiak'' is a cruel opponent close up, it is far from defenseless at long-range; mounted directly beneath the engine is a [[Series 7k]] [[ER large laser]], allowing it to soften up targets as it advances for the kill.<ref name=TROU194/>
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The ''Kodiak''&#39;s primary armament consists of devastating short-range weaponry; namely the single [[Series II]] [[Ultra AC/20]] occupying its entire right torso, and twin [[Streak SRM-6]]s situated in the left torso. These powerful weapons enable the ''Kodiak'' to savage any foe, but care must be taken with the limited ammunition at the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]]'s disposal. The 'Mech supplements its primary weaponry with eight [[Series 2a]] [[ER medium laser]]s, four above each hand set into a claw-like array. The ER medium lasers, powered by the fusion power plant, provide hefty firepower long after the ammunition bays have run dry. While the ''Kodiak'' is a cruel opponent close up, it is far from defenseless at long-range; mounted directly beneath the engine is a [[Series 7k]] [[ER Large Laser]], allowing it to soften up targets as it advances for the kill.<ref name=TROU194/>
  
 
==Variants==
 
==Variants==
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*; ''Kodiak'' 4 : This variant mounts an [[Artemis IV FCS]]–enhanced [[LRM-20]] and a pair of ER medium lasers in each arm. For additional short range firepower, an [[LB 20-X AC]] is carried in the right torso. BV (2.0) = 2,728<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 210</ref>
 
*; ''Kodiak'' 4 : This variant mounts an [[Artemis IV FCS]]–enhanced [[LRM-20]] and a pair of ER medium lasers in each arm. For additional short range firepower, an [[LB 20-X AC]] is carried in the right torso. BV (2.0) = 2,728<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 210</ref>
  
*; ''Kodiak'' 5 : With three more heat sinks and nine ER medium lasers, the ''Kodiak'' 5 is a fearsome close range brawler. It is no slouch at range, able to bring two ER large lasers and a [[Gauss rifle]] to bear. BV (2.0) = 3,067<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 211</ref>
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*; ''Kodiak'' 5 : This variant is a dedicated close range brawler. Adding three more heat sinks helps keep it cool as it employs nine ER medium lasers and two [[ER large laser]]s. The [[Gauss rifle]] remains in the right torso. BV (2.0) = 3,067<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 211</ref>
  
*; ''Kodiak'' 6 : The ''Kodiak'' 6 is very similar to the original, and it can be very hard to distinguish the two variants on the battlefield. The eight arm-mounted ER medium lasers remain unchanged, as do the twin [[Streak SRM-6]]s in the left torso. The ER large laser in the center torso is gone and in its place is a [[medium pulse laser]]. The [[Ultra AC/20]] has been swapped out for an [[LB-20X]] autocannon. This weapon is hindered somewhat by only having access to two tons of ammunition. The leftover tonnage is utilized to mount a [[coolant pod]] in each arm. 20 Double Heat Sinks help to reduce the heat. These allow the 6 the fearsome ability to alpha strike without overheating. BV (2.0) = 2,922<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 21'', p. 13</ref>
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*; ''Kodiak'' 6 : The Kodiak 6 is very similar to the original, and it can be very hard to distinguish the two variants on the battlefield. The eight arm-mounted ER medium lasers remain unchanged, as do the twin [[Streak SRM-6]]s in the left torso. The [[ER Large Laser]] in the center torso is gone and in its place is a [[Medium Pulse Laser]]. The [[Ultra AC/20]] has been swapped out for an [[LB-X autocannon/20]]. This weapon is hindered somewhat by only having access to two tons of ammunition. The leftover tonnage is utilized to mount a [[Coolant Pod]] in each arm. These allow the 6 the fearsome ability to alpha strike without overheating. BV (2.0) = 2,922<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 21'', p. 13</ref>
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*; KDK-V1 : Though powerful , the original ''Kodiak'' lacked sufficient long range weaponry and did not come close to mounting its full complement of armor. In [[3095]], [[saKhan]] [[Ragnar]] of [[Clan Ghost Bear]] tasked the technician caste with developing a variant that would resolves these setbacks. The new version sports two [[Type XX "Great Bow"]] [[LRM-20]] launchers, one [[Type X "Short Bow"]] [[LRM-10]] launcher, one [[Clan Mk. VII]] [[ER PPC]] and replaces the 8 medium lasers with 8 [[Series 1]] [[ER small laser]]s. This version also adds jump jets to the design, allowing the 'Mech to jump over 90 meters.{{cn}}
  
 
===Custom Variants===
 
===Custom Variants===
*; ''Kodiak'' Cale : The Mech of the [[2nd Dieron Regulars]]' commander, ''[[Tai-sa]]'' Cale Schultz-Tanaka, the ''Kodiak'' Cale was recovered from a battlefield on Dieron and re-equipped with Inner Sphere and Clan technologies.  Keeping the standard Clan [[endo-steel]] chassis and double heat sinks, techs replaced the XL engine with a [[Fusion engine|standard unit]]. This reduced the 'Mech's top speed to 54 km/h, but increased survivability. Most of the Clan weaponry was also removed: Only a trio of Clan ER medium lasers in the left arm and a pair of [[Streak SRM 6]] launchers in the left torso remain. The ''Kodiak'' Cale uses an [[autocannon/10]] and [[heavy PPC]] for its main hitting power. These are backed up by the Clan weapons and a pair of Inner Sphere ER medium lasers and a pair of Inner Sphere medium lasers. The most important addition to the ''Cale'' version is the electronics suite: A [[Beagle active probe]] in the right torso spots enemy forces, while a [[C3 master]] computer in the left torso allows the ''Kodiak'' Cale to feed targeting data to supporting units. BV (2.0) = 2,511.<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Dieron'', p. 19. ''Kodiak'' Cale record sheet.</ref>
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*; ''Kodiak'' Cale : The Mech of the [[2nd Dieron Regulars]]' commander, ''[[Tai-sa]]'' Cale Schultz-Tanaka, the ''Kodiak'' Cale was recovered from a battlefield on Dieron and re-equipped with Inner Sphere and Clan technologies.  Keeping the standard Clan [[Endo-Steel]] chassis and double heat sinks, techs replaced the XL engine with a [[Fusion engine|standard unit]]. This reduced the 'Mech's top speed to 54 km/h, but increased survivability. Most of the Clan weaponry was also removed: Only a trio of Clan ER medium lasers in the left arm and a pair of [[Streak SRM 6]] launchers in the left torso remain. The ''Kodiak'' Cale uses an [[Autocannon/10]] and [[Heavy PPC]] for its main hitting power. These are backed up by the Clan weapons and a pair of Inner Sphere ER medium lasers and a pair of Inner Sphere medium lasers. The most important addition to the ''Cale'' version is the electronics suite: A [[Beagle Active Probe]] in the right torso spots enemy forces, while a [[C3 master]] computer in the left torso allows the ''Kodiak'' Cale to feed targeting data to supporting units. BV (2.0) = 2,511.<ref>''Jihad Turning Points: Dieron'', p. 19. ''Kodiak'' Cale record sheet.</ref>
  
 
===Apocryphal Variants===
 
===Apocryphal Variants===
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Kodiak Shrapnel007.jpg|A ''Kodiak'' fighting the [[Fox Patrol]], from ''[[Shrapnel Issue 7|Shrapnel #7]]''
 
Kodiak Shrapnel007.jpg|A ''Kodiak'' fighting the [[Fox Patrol]], from ''[[Shrapnel Issue 7|Shrapnel #7]]''
 
CCG Arsenal Kodiak.jpg|''Kodiak'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
 
CCG Arsenal Kodiak.jpg|''Kodiak'' in combat from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
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KodiakV1.jpg|KDK-V1 ''Kodiak'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Dark Age - Dossiers and Pilot Cards|Mechwarrior Dark Age Dossier]]''
 
MW4-M Kodiak.png|Model of ''Kodiak'' from ''[[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4: Mercenaries]]''
 
MW4-M Kodiak.png|Model of ''Kodiak'' from ''[[MechWarrior 4: Mercenaries|MW4: Mercenaries]]''
 
MWO Kodiak.png|Model of ''Kodiak'' ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
 
MWO Kodiak.png|Model of ''Kodiak'' ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]''
Clan Ad Hoc Star - Kodiak.jpg|''Kodiak'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Ad Hoc Star]]''
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Kodiak BTCAHS.jpg|''Kodiak'' miniature from ''[[BattleTech: Clan Ad Hoc Star]]''
 
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
 
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/counterassault_11.pdf Geoff Bekker's dossier from the MWDA's counterassault]''
 
* ''[[Invading Clans (sourcebook)]]''
 
* ''[[Invading Clans (sourcebook)]]''
 
* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Dieron]]''
 
* ''[[Jihad Turning Points: Dieron]]''
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
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* ''[[ Master Unit List]]''
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 21]]''
 
* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 30]]''
 
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
 
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades]]''
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* ''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/counterassault_31.pdf Rotem Fridberg's dossier from the MWDA's counterassault]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
 
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: Prototypes]]''
 
 
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