Naga (OmniMech)
Naga | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | Manufacturing Plant WA3 |
Class | Assault |
Cost | 26,457,937 C-bills |
Technical specifications | |
Mass | 80 tons |
Chassis | Type BMH-7 Endo Steel |
Armor | Forged Type 34 Standard |
Engine | Fusion 400 XL |
Speed | 86 km/h |
Armament |
Primary Configuration
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BV (1.0) | 1,268 |
BV (2.0) | 1,568[1] |
Description
The Naga is an odd OmniMech in many ways. Most of what could be pod space for the design is actually taken up by a pair of Arrow IV Artillery Systems. Following the success of the design at the Battle of Tukayyid, it spread from its origin in Clan Wolf to a handful of other Clans who recognized its usefulness. This fast assault 'Mech mounts a meager nine tons of armor, but tactical doctrine keeps it far from the front lines. The Naga is often derided because it rarely allows for the glory that comes from an individual kill.
Armament
The primary armament is the pair of Arrow IV Artillery Systems. They are capable of firing rounds that home in on a target designated by TAG and a variety of indirect munitions. Twelve double heat sinks help to keep heat in check.
Each progressive variant adds short-range defense for the glorified artillery piece. The primary configuration carries six tons of ammunition and three ER Small Lasers.
Variants
- Alt. Config. A - This design mounts only five tons of ammo. It also carries an ER Small Laser and a pair of ER Medium Lasers. BV (1.0) = 1,344, BV (2.0) = 1,729[2]
- Alt. Config. B - This variant carries four tons of ammunition, three ER Mediums and an ER Small. BV (1.0) = 1,379, BV (2.0) = 1,775[3]
- Alt. Config. C - The C Configuration carries four ammo bins that can each hold a ton for the artillery weapons. For backup, it has a pair of ER Small Lasers and an SRM-6. BV (1.0) = 1,252, BV (2.0) = 1,559[4]
- Alt. Config. D - This variant downgrades the missile launcher of the C to an SRM-4 and upgrades one of the ER Smalls to an ER Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,287, BV (2.0) = 1,613[5]
Related 'Mechs
- Woodsman - The parent BattleMech for the Naga, the Woodsman's torso was extended laterally to envelop two Arrow IV missile systems, giving the torso of the Naga an appearance similar to the hood of a cobra.[6]
- Gargoyle - The Naga, the Gargoyle, and the Timber Wolf OmniMechs were derived from the same BattleMech design, the Woodsman.[7][8]
- Timber Wolf - Though a significant departure from the Naga, the Timber Wolf was designed as a slightly smaller variation on the Woodsman.[9]
- O-Bakemono- The O-Bakemono is a DCMS clone of the Naga
Gallery
References
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 150
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 151
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 152
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 153
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged, p. 154
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3055, p. 140
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3055, pg. 140
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, pp. 136-138
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 136