Editing Phantom (OmniMech)

{{otheruses|the 40-ton OmniMech|other uses|Phantom}}
{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image = Phantom RGilClan v27.jpg
|name = ''Phantom''
|manufacturer = 
[[W-5 Facilities]]<ref name=TRJp12f>''Technical Readout: Jihad'', pp. 12–13: "Phantom"</ref> <!-- reprinted from TRO:3055U -->
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[[WC Site 1]]<ref name=TRJp12f />
|model = Prime<ref name=TRJp12f />
|production year = 3052
|year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2487/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
|cost = 11,200,787 [[C-bill]]s
|Tech Base = Clan
|mech type = OmniMech
|mass = 40
|chassis = [[Type-A Endo Steel]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|armor = [[Composite A-2 Ferro-Fibrous]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|engine = [[Light Force 360 (XL)]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|comsys = [[Howler 79]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|T&T = [[Model 92 "Stalker"]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|heat sinks = 12 [[Double heat sinks|double]] <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|speed = 151 <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
|armament = Primary Configuration <!-- <ref name=TRJp12f /> -->
* 1x [[ER medium laser]]
* 1x [[LRM-5]]
* 1x [[ER small laser]]
* 1x [[ECM suite]]
* 1x [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]]
* 1x [[active probe]]
|BV (1.0) = 1,029<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref>
|BV (2.0) = 1,159<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 129</ref>
}} 

==Description==
The '''''Phantom''''' was pushed into production by [[Khan]] [[Phelan Ward]] shortly before the [[Refusal War]] between [[Clan Wolf]] and [[Clan Jade Falcon]], designed around Khan Ward's extensive experience with [[Inner Sphere]] tactics. After the [[Wars of Reaving]], the ''Phantom'' replaced the ''[[Fire Moth]]'' OmniMech for the remaining [[Home Clans]] because of its similar role and heavier profile. After the introduction of the ''[[Wulfen]]'', production of the ''Phantom'' was put on the backburner until Clan Wolf sold the plans to the [[Clan Sea Fox]] ilKhanate to bolster the numbers of BattleMechs in their inventory. Clan Sea Fox retooled a line building ''[[Bloodhounds]]'' for this job, and began providing the OmniMech to any interested party for a price, of course.

==Weapons and Equipment==
Intended to push a medium reconnaissance 'Mech to the most extreme limits, the ''Phantom'' is built on a lightweight [[Type-A]] [[endo steel]] chassis and is propelled to a top speed of 151.2 km/h by a [[Light Force 360 XL]] [[extralight engine]]. The ''Phantom'' also boasts strong protection for its size with six tons of [[Composite A-2]] [[ferro-fibrous]] armor.

In its Primary configuration the ''Phantom'' is an electronics marvel. To root out hidden units, the ''Phantom'' carries an [[active probe]] which is able to find hidden enemy units at up to 180 meters. The ''Phantom'' prime is capable of spotting for friendly [[Arrow IV]] artillery with a [[Target Acquisition Gear|TAG]] laser designator and, for protection from enemy electronic warfare systems, the 'Mech has an [[ECM suite]]. To engage its enemies at long range, the ''Phantom'' has an [[LRM-5]] launcher backed up by an [[ER medium laser]] and an [[ER small laser]] for close combat.

==Alternate Configurations==
*; Alternate Configuration A : Capable of working as a long-range fire support 'Mech or very short-range brawler, the ''Phantom'' A is armed with a pair of [[LRM-5]] launchers for long-range fire support capabilities. For close range combat, the 'Mech has five [[ER small laser]]s, one firing to the rear, and a single [[ER medium laser]], making it a powerful medium 'Mech at any range.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 1,304,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,410<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 130</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration B : A dedicated close combat machine, the B configuration carries two [[SRM-4]] launchers as its primary short range weapons. These are supported by an [[ER medium laser]] and a rear-mounted [[ER small laser]]. Additionally, an [[active probe]] protects the 'Mech from ambush.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 966,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,096<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 131</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration C : Another close-combat configuration, the ''Phantom'' C carries eight [[ER small laser]]s and a single [[ER medium laser]], all of which are linked to an advanced [[targeting computer]] for increased accuracy. The 'Mech also has a [[flamer]], which it can use for anti-infantry purposes.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 1,413,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,590<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 132</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration D : The D configuration is something of a compromise between the B and C configurations. The 'Mech carries three [[ER medium laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] for a powerful-short range punch. These are backed up by a highly accurate [[Streak SRM-4]] launcher.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 1,443,<ref name=CO/> BV (2.0) = 1,581<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 133</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration E : The E configuration of the ''Phantom'' carries an [[ATM-3]] launcher that can fire long-, medium-, and short-range munitions that become deadlier as range closes. For close combat, the 'Mech has eight [[micro pulse laser]]s.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 836,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 66</ref> BV (2.0) = 975<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 134</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration F : The F configuration carries an [[ER medium laser]] in each side torso, supported by a [[heavy medium laser]] in the right arm. Anti-infantry support comes from a [[heavy flamer]] in the left arm, while an [[ECM suite]] in the center torso jams enemy sensors. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1375<ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 137</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration G: The G configuration is a medium range scout/scout hunter, mounting an [[ER Medium Laser]] in the right arm and a [[ProtoMech Autocannon/4|Protomech AC/4]] in the left arm, with 1 ton of ammunition mounted in the same arm. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 975 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration H : A very powerful close combat configuration, the H carries six [[heavy small laser]]s and a [[medium pulse laser]], which are all linked to a [[targeting computer]] for increased accuracy. The 'Mech also has a [[flamer]] for anti-infantry work.<ref name=TRJp12f /> BV (1.0) = 967,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 67</ref> BV (2.0) = 1,178<ref name=TRJp12f /><ref>''Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged'', p. 135</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration I: Another scout hunter configuration, the I configuration links all its weapons to a [[Targeting Computer]], with the ubiquitous [[ER Medium Laser]] mounted on the right arm while the left arm is equipped with an [[Improved Heavy Large Laser]]. To allow for the sharing of telemetry, a [[Light TAG]] is mounted on the left torso. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1,713 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration J: A close range striker, the J configuration mounts a [[supercharger]] to increase its already blistering speed. Built for close range combat, the primary weapon of the J configuration is an [[Improved Heavy Medium Laser]] mounted on the right arm, while the left arm is loaded with a trio of [[ER Medium Laser]]. An [[ER Small Laser]] is setup in the left torso to complement the whole setup. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1,902 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration K: A mobile sniper configuration, the K configuration mounts a single weapon, an [[ER Large Laser]] in the left torso. Coupled to it are the pinnacle of clan technology for fire control, a [[Watchdog CEWS]] and [[Targeting Computer]]. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1,387 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12,</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration L: A scout/infantry hunter configuration, the L configuration carries a trio of [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s in its left arm, fed by a single ton of ammunition. The right arm features a [[Plasma Cannon]] and a single ton of plasma ammunition. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1,178 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12,</ref>

*; Alternate Configuration R: A mixed-technology striker configuration, the R configuration is equipped with a pair of [[Inner Sphere]]-specs [[Medium Lasers]] in the right arm, along with a pair of [[Improved Heavy Medium Lasers]] in each torso. The left arm mounts a Clan-specs [[SRM 6]] launcher and one ton of ammunition. BV (1.0) = ??? BV (2.0) = 1,365 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27'', p. 12,</ref>

==Design Quirks==
The ''Phantom'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Phantom Entry</ref>
* [[Improved Sensors (Design Quirk)|Improved Sensors]]


==Gallery==
<gallery>
Phantom_TRO3055r.png|Original ''Phantom'' Prime from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]''
Phantom TRO3055U.jpg|''Phantom'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade|TRO:3055 Upgrade]]''
Phantom RGilClan v27.jpg|''Phantom'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 27|RG:ilClan vol. 27]]''
CCG Mercenaries Phantom Prime.jpg|''Phantom'' Prime in battle from ''[[BattleTech Trading Card Game|CCG]]''
CCG Mechwarrior Phantom A.jpg|''Phantom'' A in combat from ''CCG''
CCG Mechwarrior Phantom B.jpg|''Phantom'' B in battle from ''CCG''
CCG Mercenaries Phantom C.jpg|''Phantom'' C in motion from ''CCG''
CCG Mercenaries Phantom D.jpg|''Phantom'' D in combat from ''CCG''
</gallery>

==References==
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==Bibliography==
* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
* ''[[Master Unit List]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrades Unabridged]]''
* ''[[Record Sheets: Upgrades]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Revised]]''
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]''

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