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*MAL-1K - This overhaul replaces the lasers with [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s and is built on an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. No longer having enough space for the Ferro-Fibrous armor, this variant mounts several more tons of standard armor with the space that has been freed up. The autocannons were replaced with the same number of [[Light Autocannon/5]]s, along with enough ammo bins to take advantage of special munitions. A [[small cockpit]] makes way for an additional [[double heat sink]], giving this version of the ''Mauler'' adequate heat-dissipation capabilities. BV (2.0) = ??? | *MAL-1K - This overhaul replaces the lasers with [[Snub-Nose PPC]]s and is built on an [[Endo Steel]] chassis. No longer having enough space for the Ferro-Fibrous armor, this variant mounts several more tons of standard armor with the space that has been freed up. The autocannons were replaced with the same number of [[Light Autocannon/5]]s, along with enough ammo bins to take advantage of special munitions. A [[small cockpit]] makes way for an additional [[double heat sink]], giving this version of the ''Mauler'' adequate heat-dissipation capabilities. BV (2.0) = ??? | ||
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| + | *MAL-1PT5 - A low-tech version of the ''Mauler'' seen on [[Solaris VII]] that is built completely from stock 3025 technology. It mounts only standard heat sinks instead of double heat sinks, standard armour instead of ferro-fibrous armour, and no CASE. Most importantly, it has a standard engine instead of an XL engine. The increased mass of the engine neccessitates the downgrading of the lasers to [[Medium Laser]]s on both arms. To make good for the downgraded technology level, a twelfth standard heat sink was added as well as an additional ton of armour. The armour was also rearranged to provide even better protection to the front torso sections, at the cost of armour to the rear torso sections and arms. BV (1.0) = ???, BV (2.0) = ??? | ||
*MAL-3R - The 3R variant of the ''Mauler'' upgrades the design and addresses the concerns of pilots that used the 1R model. The four [[Autocannon/2]]s have been replaced with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s. The LB-X ACs allow the 'Mech to fire both solid rounds and specialized cluster rounds which act like 'Mech sized shotgun shells. The [[ER Large Laser]]s were removed from the design, but MAL-3R retains the two [[LRM-15]] launchers of its predecessor. Also incorporated in the design is a single [[Small Laser]] and a C3 Slave unit, the latter of which allows the 3R to use targeting data from units that are closer to the enemy and vice versa. BV (1.0) = 1,698, BV (2.0) = 1,877 | *MAL-3R - The 3R variant of the ''Mauler'' upgrades the design and addresses the concerns of pilots that used the 1R model. The four [[Autocannon/2]]s have been replaced with a pair of [[LB-X Autocannon/10]]s. The LB-X ACs allow the 'Mech to fire both solid rounds and specialized cluster rounds which act like 'Mech sized shotgun shells. The [[ER Large Laser]]s were removed from the design, but MAL-3R retains the two [[LRM-15]] launchers of its predecessor. Also incorporated in the design is a single [[Small Laser]] and a C3 Slave unit, the latter of which allows the 3R to use targeting data from units that are closer to the enemy and vice versa. BV (1.0) = 1,698, BV (2.0) = 1,877 | ||
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*[[Technical Readout: 3050]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3050]] | ||
*[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Revised]] | ||
*[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] | *[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] | ||
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[[Category:BattleMechs]] | [[Category:BattleMechs]] | ||
Revision as of 12:16, 7 June 2008
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| Mauler | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
| Model | MAL-1R |
| Class | Assault |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 90 tons |
| Chassis | Alshain Class 101 |
| Armor | New Samarkand Royal Ferro-Fibrous with CASE |
| Engine | Hermes 270 XL |
| Speed | 54.0 km/h |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,113 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,460 |
Contents
Description
First seen in the Luthien Armor Works proving grounds around 3050, this 90 ton assault 'Mech was codenamed Mauler by the Federated Commonwealth. LAW adopted the name in order to avoid the stigma of the 'Mech's predecessor, the Daboku. Geared towards long range combat, the Mauler is protected with eleven and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor and has a maximum speed of 54 km/h.
Because it was built to engage targets at extremely long ranges, the resulting design 'Mech was armed solely with long range weaponry. While this left the Mauler vulnerable to rushing by 'Mechs armed with short range weaponry, a skilled MechWarrior can use the range advantage offered to minimize damage to the Mauler while simultaneously causing as much damage as possible to enemy combatants. The 'Mech is particularly unsuited to urban combat where its long range weaponry has substantial difficulty in targeting enemy units. These weaknesses can be partially overcome by operating the Mauler in mixed lances with at least one other 'Mech capable of providing overwhelming close range firepower.
Armament
The Mauler is armed with four Imperator Smoothie-2 Autocannon/2s as its longest ranged primary weapons. Individually, the damage the AC/2s deal is insignificant, but together they can steadily whittle away armor at extreme range. The 'Mech also carries two Shigunga LRM-15 launchers, adding much needed punch to the extreme reach of its four autocannons. The 'Mech also carries two Victory Nickel Alloy ER Large Lasers for added long range punch.
While the Mauler is outfitted with CASE to protect its vulnerable ammunition bays, its heavily ballistic and missile based weapons complement forces reliance on secure supply lines to properly satiate its weaponry's voracious appetite for ammunition.
Variants
- MAL-1K - This overhaul replaces the lasers with Snub-Nose PPCs and is built on an Endo Steel chassis. No longer having enough space for the Ferro-Fibrous armor, this variant mounts several more tons of standard armor with the space that has been freed up. The autocannons were replaced with the same number of Light Autocannon/5s, along with enough ammo bins to take advantage of special munitions. A small cockpit makes way for an additional double heat sink, giving this version of the Mauler adequate heat-dissipation capabilities. BV (2.0) = ???
- MAL-1PT5 - A low-tech version of the Mauler seen on Solaris VII that is built completely from stock 3025 technology. It mounts only standard heat sinks instead of double heat sinks, standard armour instead of ferro-fibrous armour, and no CASE. Most importantly, it has a standard engine instead of an XL engine. The increased mass of the engine neccessitates the downgrading of the lasers to Medium Lasers on both arms. To make good for the downgraded technology level, a twelfth standard heat sink was added as well as an additional ton of armour. The armour was also rearranged to provide even better protection to the front torso sections, at the cost of armour to the rear torso sections and arms. BV (1.0) = ???, BV (2.0) = ???
- MAL-3R - The 3R variant of the Mauler upgrades the design and addresses the concerns of pilots that used the 1R model. The four Autocannon/2s have been replaced with a pair of LB-X Autocannon/10s. The LB-X ACs allow the 'Mech to fire both solid rounds and specialized cluster rounds which act like 'Mech sized shotgun shells. The ER Large Lasers were removed from the design, but MAL-3R retains the two LRM-15 launchers of its predecessor. Also incorporated in the design is a single Small Laser and a C3 Slave unit, the latter of which allows the 3R to use targeting data from units that are closer to the enemy and vice versa. BV (1.0) = 1,698, BV (2.0) = 1,877
- MAL-C - The C variant of the Mauler is a modification that was made to the 1R model to allow it to carry a C3 Slave unit into battle. This is achieved by removing one ton of autocannon ammunition. This small modification allows the Mauler to share targeting data with friendly units and makes the 'Mech a highly effective sniper. BV (1.0) = 1,133, BV (2.0) = 1,473
- The DCMS-MX90-D Daboku, while not a proper variant of the Mauler, is noteworthy as its immediate predecessor. Although itself a highly unsuccessful design, the Daboku can be described as a prototype that was eventually refined into the Mauler design.