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* ''Locust'' IIC 3 - The [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] version is set up to sport an [[Extended Range Large Laser]] and a [[Small Pulse Laser]] in both arms, making it quite a capable [[infantry]] killer in addition to its role as a fast sniper. BV (1.0) = 902 | * ''Locust'' IIC 3 - The [[Clan Smoke Jaguar]] version is set up to sport an [[Extended Range Large Laser]] and a [[Small Pulse Laser]] in both arms, making it quite a capable [[infantry]] killer in addition to its role as a fast sniper. BV (1.0) = 902 | ||
| − | * ''Locust'' IIC 4 - This version was almost completely redesigned so that it could be produced in the [[Inner Sphere]] by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] on their Occupation Zone headquarters world of [[Sudeten]]. It replaces the small lasers with three General Systems [[Heavy Small Laser]]s in each arm. The medium | + | * ''Locust'' IIC 4 - This version was almost completely redesigned so that it could be produced in the [[Inner Sphere]] by [[Clan Jade Falcon]] on their Occupation Zone headquarters world of [[Sudeten]]. It replaces the small lasers with three General Systems [[Heavy Small Laser]]s in each arm. The medium laser is downgraded to a Series 7Ja [[ER Medium Laser]], while a pair of [[double heat sink]]s are added to help deal with the increased heat. BV (1.0) = 701 |
* ''Locust'' IIC 5 - This variant on the IIC 4 was produced by [[Clan Wolf]] on [[New Oslo]] and [[Satalice]], though the latter fell to [[Clan Ghost Bear]]. Instead of heavy lasers, it mounts an [[ATM 3]] in each arm, along with a ton of ammunition for each instead of the added heat sinks. BV (1.0) = 798 | * ''Locust'' IIC 5 - This variant on the IIC 4 was produced by [[Clan Wolf]] on [[New Oslo]] and [[Satalice]], though the latter fell to [[Clan Ghost Bear]]. Instead of heavy lasers, it mounts an [[ATM 3]] in each arm, along with a ton of ammunition for each instead of the added heat sinks. BV (1.0) = 798 | ||
Revision as of 22:38, 15 April 2009
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| Locust IIC | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Olivetti Weapons, others |
| Model | Locust IIC |
| Class | Light |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 25 tons |
| Chassis | Endo Steel |
| Armor | Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | 200 Standard |
| Speed | 129.6 km/h |
| Jump Jets | none |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 975 |
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Description
One of the best known BattleMechs in the Inner Sphere for its low production and operation costs, the Locust is also well known in the Clans. In 2832, Clan Mongoose unleashed an upgraded version of the venerable 'Mech on the Clans, known as the Locust IIC. The speedy design complemented Mongoose tactics, enabling them to win many Trials. When Clan Smoke Jaguar absorbed the Mongooses, they became the owners of the production line on Circe. This subsequently fell to Clan Jade Falcon following the de facto annihilation of the Jaguars. In addition to those three Clans, Clan Wolf has often used the Locust IIC as a garrison unit. Since it is a second-line unit Inner Sphere MechWarriors rarely see it in action.
Armament
Designed as a fast and light reconnaissance vehicle, the Locust was also tasked with fast-strike raids and at least became a front-line unit in the Inner Sphere. Larger than the original Locust, the IIC gives MechWarriors comparable speed with more protection and terrifying offensive capabilities. The main armament consists of a Medium Pulse Laser, flanked by eight Extended Range Small Lasers, allowing the Locust to be an excellent anti-infantry BattleMech with capabilities to harass heavier BattleMechs. Its larger size also allows it to be a more durable weapon platform, the Locust IIC is a far more difficult enemy than its Inner Sphere twin.
Variants
- Locust IIC 2 - The Clan Jade Falcon version carries CASE with an Extended Range Medium Laser in the center torso section and two Streak SRM-2s. SRM munitions are stored in arms with a cross-feed mechanism. BV (1.0) = 857
- Locust IIC 3 - The Clan Smoke Jaguar version is set up to sport an Extended Range Large Laser and a Small Pulse Laser in both arms, making it quite a capable infantry killer in addition to its role as a fast sniper. BV (1.0) = 902
- Locust IIC 4 - This version was almost completely redesigned so that it could be produced in the Inner Sphere by Clan Jade Falcon on their Occupation Zone headquarters world of Sudeten. It replaces the small lasers with three General Systems Heavy Small Lasers in each arm. The medium laser is downgraded to a Series 7Ja ER Medium Laser, while a pair of double heat sinks are added to help deal with the increased heat. BV (1.0) = 701
- Locust IIC 5 - This variant on the IIC 4 was produced by Clan Wolf on New Oslo and Satalice, though the latter fell to Clan Ghost Bear. Instead of heavy lasers, it mounts an ATM 3 in each arm, along with a ton of ammunition for each instead of the added heat sinks. BV (1.0) = 798
- Locust IIC 6 - This newer variant on the IIC 4 uses three Heavy Machine Guns in each arm. Each trio is linked to a Machine Gun Array. The powerful infantry hunter also adds an additional half ton of armor. BV (2.0) = 776
- Locust IIC 7 - Still an infantry killer, the IIC 7 mounts a trio of Anti-Personnel Gauss Rifles in each arm. One meager ton of ammunition supplies this variant. BV (2.0) = 980