Ostsol

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Ostsol
Ostsol
Production information
Manufacturer Kong Interstellar Corporation,
Robinson Standard BattleWorks
Production Year 2694[1][2]
Model OTL-4D
Class Heavy
Cost 5,017,600 C-bills
Technical specifications
Mass 60 tons
Chassis Kell/H
Armor Riese-475
Engine Vlar 300
Communications System Barret 500p
Speed 86.4 km/h
Armament
BV (1.0) 1,034[3]
BV (2.0) 1,245[1]
1,308[4]


Description

The Ostsol was designed as an all-energy-weapon alternative to Ostmann Industries previous heavy BattleMechs, the Ostwar and the Ostroc. However, rather than cease production on their popular Ostroc lines, Ostmann Industries licensed the design to Kong Interstellar Corporation, creators of the popular Black Knight. The first Ostsols walked off the production lines at Kong in 2694[2][1], and quickly became a success, especially within the armies of the Great Houses. Armed with a mix of lasers, the Ostsol is able to operate independently of supply lines for extended periods of time. The 'Mech has a top speed of 86.4 kph, nine tons of armor, and an all-energy weapons payload. Because the Ostsol requires little resupply except for spare parts and repairs, it is also nearly impossible to interdict.[2][1]

Armament

The Ostsol uses an all-laser weapons array. The primary weapons are two Tronel III Heavy Large Lasers, providing powerful medium to long-range firepower. As ranges close, the Ostsol is able to bring its four Tronel II Medium Lasers, two of which are rear mounted, into play.

Variants

  • OTL-4F - The -4F Ostsol completely removed the laser weapons and replaced them with two PPCs. The 'Mech is seen as, in some ways at least, a poor man's Marauder or Warhammer. Though, on its own merits, the variant is a good long-range direct fire support 'Mech with its twin PPC array and the top speed of 86.4 kph, which allows it to dictate combat ranges to most heavier 'Mechs. BV (1.0) = 1,023[3], BV (2.0) = 1,264[5]
  • OTL-5D - A Periphery upgrade of the -4D model, the -5D upgrades its armor to eight and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor and mounts five additional Rocket Launcher 10s, giving the Ostsol incredible one-shot firepower in a pinch, giving it added shock value when facing an enemy. BV (1.0) = 1,084[6], BV (2.0) = 1,333[7]
  • OTL-7M - The -7M steps outside the Ostsols design philosophy of independent operations. The 'Mech is built around an Endo Steel chassis, and uses an extralight engine for power. The primary weapons are two Light Gauss Rifles and four ER Medium Lasers. Finally, CASE has been added to protect against a catastrophic failure of either of the Light Gauss Rifles. BV (1.0) = 1,294[11], BV (2.0) = 1,581[12]
  • OTL-8D - This variant of the -6D replaces that versions pulse lasers and large lasers with a Light PPC and a pair of Light Autocannon/5s. The weight savings allows the use of a Light Fusion Engine instead of the bulky extra-light version. The extra heat sinks of the -6D were no longer needed, so they were removed. In order to save even more weight, a new Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor weave is used on this design, as is a small cockpit. The empty arms retain their hands, though the lack of heat buildup dictated the removal of the advanced myomers, making physical attacks less effective. A sizable, CASE-protected ammunition bin in each side torso allows the use of different types of ammunition with the two light autocannons.[13] BV (1.0) = ??, BV (2.0) = 1,462[14]
  • OTL-8M - The -8M Ostsol is built using the same Endo Steel chassis as the -7M, adding a larger extralight engine to boost the 'Mech's speed to 97.2 kph. The 'Mech is similar, though, to the intended design philosophy of the original 'Mech. The -8M uses Triple Strength Myomer to boost its top speed to 118.8 kph, and carries a PPC as its primary weapon. This is supported by a Large Pulse Laser, three Medium Pulse Lasers, an ER Small Laser, and an ER Medium Laser. BV (1.0) = 1,196[11], BV (2.0) = 1,661[15]
  • OTL-9R - Built after Kong Interstellar's production lines were damaged, this Ostsol version has a top speed of only 54 km/h. By installing a standard Fusion Engine, Heavy Duty Gyro, and maximizing the armor protection the 9R carries allows it to function in roles normally assigned to Assault 'Mechs. The addition of Triple Strength Myomer (and just enough heat sinks to keep the TSM active) also allows the 9R to inflict damage during the physical combat frequently encountered on Jihad battlefields. To cover its approach, this Ostsol uses a Heavy PPC, Large Laser, and Snub-Nose PPC. For close-in fighting the MechWarrior can use an ER Medium Laser, ER Small Laser, or standard Small Laser. The head-mounted C3 Slave allows the Ostsol to use targeting data from friendly units. BV (2.0) = 1,654[16]
  • OTL-9M - Based on the -8M version of the Ostsol this version removes the Triple Strength Myomer and uses a battery of ER Large and ER Medium Lasers to damage a foe at long range. For close combat it carries a Snub-Nose PPC and Medium Pulse Laser. In addition to its heavy armor, it uses a Guardian ECM Suite to disrupt enemy electronics and a MASC system to engage and disengage at will.[17] BV (2.0) = 1,871[18]

Related BattleMechs

  • Ostroc - The Ostsol was designed as an ammo-independent alternative to the popular Ostroc heavy BattleMech.
  • Ostwar - The Ostroc and Ostsol BattleMechs are successors to the early Ostwar BattleMech, the first of the "walking pods". The armament and structure of all three BattleMechs is so similar, it became common to see FrankenMechs of Ostmann Industries production.

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References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout: 3039, p. 292
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 Technical Readout: 3025, p. 78
  3. 3.0 3.1 Combat Operations, p. 121
  4. Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 470
  5. Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 471
  6. 6.0 6.1 Combat Operations, p. 127
  7. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 103
  8. Combat Operations, p. 123
  9. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 104
  10. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 105
  11. 11.0 11.1 Combat Operations, p. 130
  12. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 105
  13. Technical Readout: 3085, p. 248
  14. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 107
  15. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 108
  16. Technical Readout: 3085, p. 249
  17. Technical Readout: 3085, p. 248
  18. Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix, p. 109

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