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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Legacy'' was produced as a testbed for new technologies, including the [[Ultra AC/10]] and [[C3i Computer]], at the request of [[Word of Blake]] Precentor Martial [[Cameron St. Jamais]]. The designers used a failed [[Star League]] [['Mech]] called the ''Rising Star'' as the base for the ''Legacy''. They upgraded its targeting system and included the C3i, which allows six units to coordinate fire. Its thick armor protection, standard fusion engine, and [[CASE]] give the ''Legacy'' remarkable staying power on the battlefield. One of the weaknesses of the 'Mech is its slow speed compared to other 'Mechs of similar size, but the inclusion of jump | + | The '''''Legacy''''' was produced as a testbed for new technologies, including the [[Ultra AC/10]] and [[C3i Computer]], at the request of [[Word of Blake]] Precentor Martial [[Cameron St. Jamais]]. The designers used a failed [[Star League]] [['Mech]] called the ''Rising Star'' as the base for the ''Legacy''. They upgraded its targeting system and included the C3i, which allows six units to coordinate fire. Its thick armor protection, standard fusion engine, and [[CASE]] give the ''Legacy'' remarkable staying power on the battlefield. One of the weaknesses of the 'Mech is its slow speed compared to other 'Mechs of similar size, but the inclusion of [[jump jet]]s sought to counter that with superior maneuverability. |
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==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
The main guns on the ''Legacy'' are its two large-bore Mydron Excel [[Ultra AC/10|autocannon]], which are capable of punching through any opposing 'Mech with amazing speed. The three [[Diverse Optics]] [[ER Medium Laser|lasers]] and the [[Guided Technologies]] 2nd Gen [[Streak SRM-4|4-tube]] are clearly backup weapons. The lack of significant long-range weapons hampers the design somewhat, an absence that is only exacerbated by its slow speed. Moreover, the '[[Mech]]'s vaunted durability is limited due to its reliance on ammo-fed weaponry. Should the ''Legacy'' run out of ammunition, it is clearly advantageous for the pilot to quit the field rather than attempt to use energy weaponry that can be outclassed by 'Mechs half its size. | The main guns on the ''Legacy'' are its two large-bore Mydron Excel [[Ultra AC/10|autocannon]], which are capable of punching through any opposing 'Mech with amazing speed. The three [[Diverse Optics]] [[ER Medium Laser|lasers]] and the [[Guided Technologies]] 2nd Gen [[Streak SRM-4|4-tube]] are clearly backup weapons. The lack of significant long-range weapons hampers the design somewhat, an absence that is only exacerbated by its slow speed. Moreover, the '[[Mech]]'s vaunted durability is limited due to its reliance on ammo-fed weaponry. Should the ''Legacy'' run out of ammunition, it is clearly advantageous for the pilot to quit the field rather than attempt to use energy weaponry that can be outclassed by 'Mechs half its size. | ||
| + | ==Variants== | ||
| + | * LGC-02 - The -02 variant is designed as a missile boat, replacing the Ultra AC/10s with two Doombud [[LRM-20]]s, three tons of ammo for each, and a pair of [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (1.0)=1,661 | ||
| − | + | * LGC-03 - This upgrade of the ''Legacy'' utilizes a [[Light Fusion Engine]] to increase the 'Mech's top speed to 46 km/h, though its jumping capacity does not increase commensurately. All of the 'Mech's backup weapons remain the same, but the autocannons are replaced with a pair of [[Heavy PPC]]s. The 'Mech's heat dissipation capability has also not kept up, utilizing only fourteen [[double heat sink]]s.<ref>[http://battlecorps.com/downloads/LGC-03_Legacy.05.pdf LGC-03 ''Legacy'' Record Sheet] on CBT.com (PDF)</ref> | |
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==References== | ==References== | ||
*[[Technical Readout: 3067]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3067]] | ||
*[[Record Sheets: 3067]] | *[[Record Sheets: 3067]] | ||
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| + | ==Notes== | ||
| + | <references/> | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
Revision as of 20:59, 1 October 2008
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| Legacy | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Skobel MechWorks |
| Model | LGC-01 |
| Class | Assault |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 80 tons |
| Chassis | Skobel Template 8 Endo Steel |
| Armor | Aldis Plate with CASE |
| Engine | 240 Pitban |
| Speed | 54 km/h |
| Jump Jets | CurtissJet 80 |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,751 |
Contents
Description
The Legacy was produced as a testbed for new technologies, including the Ultra AC/10 and C3i Computer, at the request of Word of Blake Precentor Martial Cameron St. Jamais. The designers used a failed Star League 'Mech called the Rising Star as the base for the Legacy. They upgraded its targeting system and included the C3i, which allows six units to coordinate fire. Its thick armor protection, standard fusion engine, and CASE give the Legacy remarkable staying power on the battlefield. One of the weaknesses of the 'Mech is its slow speed compared to other 'Mechs of similar size, but the inclusion of jump jets sought to counter that with superior maneuverability.
Armament
The main guns on the Legacy are its two large-bore Mydron Excel autocannon, which are capable of punching through any opposing 'Mech with amazing speed. The three Diverse Optics lasers and the Guided Technologies 2nd Gen 4-tube are clearly backup weapons. The lack of significant long-range weapons hampers the design somewhat, an absence that is only exacerbated by its slow speed. Moreover, the 'Mech's vaunted durability is limited due to its reliance on ammo-fed weaponry. Should the Legacy run out of ammunition, it is clearly advantageous for the pilot to quit the field rather than attempt to use energy weaponry that can be outclassed by 'Mechs half its size.
Variants
- LGC-02 - The -02 variant is designed as a missile boat, replacing the Ultra AC/10s with two Doombud LRM-20s, three tons of ammo for each, and a pair of Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0)=1,661
- LGC-03 - This upgrade of the Legacy utilizes a Light Fusion Engine to increase the 'Mech's top speed to 46 km/h, though its jumping capacity does not increase commensurately. All of the 'Mech's backup weapons remain the same, but the autocannons are replaced with a pair of Heavy PPCs. The 'Mech's heat dissipation capability has also not kept up, utilizing only fourteen double heat sinks.[1]
References
Notes
- ↑ LGC-03 Legacy Record Sheet on CBT.com (PDF)