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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
| − | |image= | + | |image=Rhino silhouette OTPHC.png |
| − | |name=''Rhino'' | + | |name=''Rhino'' |
|manufacturer=Unknown | |manufacturer=Unknown | ||
|production year=3137 | |production year=3137 | ||
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|speed=97.2 | |speed=97.2 | ||
|speed with MASC=129.6 | |speed with MASC=129.6 | ||
| − | |armament= | + | |armament= 5x [[ER Medium Laser]] |
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|BV (2.0)=2,124''<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7883/rhino MUL Profile for the ''Rhino'' - Including Introduction Year and BV2.]</ref>'' | |BV (2.0)=2,124''<ref>[http://masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/7883/rhino MUL Profile for the ''Rhino'' - Including Introduction Year and BV2.]</ref>'' | ||
}} | }} | ||
==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The ''Rhino'' was developed by [[Escorpión Imperio]] in the [[ | + | The ''Rhino'' was developed by [[Escorpión Imperio]] in the [[thirty-second century]]. The unusual quad BattleMech was fielded by [[Omega Galaxy (Escorpión Imperio)|Omega Galaxy]] during the invasion of the [[Hanseatic League]] in 3140.<ref name=otpHCp30>''Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade'', p. 30: Touchpoint Braunschweig</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
| − | The ''Rhino's'' ranged weapons consist of a | + | The ''Rhino's'' ranged weapons consist of a quintet of [[Extended Range Medium Lasers]]. Two are mounted in each foreleg, and the fifth is in the head.<ref name=otpHCp40>''Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade'', p. 40: ''Rhino'' record sheet</ref> The reason for this unusual configuration is due to the inclusion of a [[Ram Plate]], which occupies much of the forward torso and prevents the mounting of other weapons there. The weapon is used for charge attacks, and is supplemented by an array of [[Spikes|spikes]]. To support the Ram Plate, the ''Rhino'' is equipped with a [[Reinforced Structure|reinforced chassis]].<ref name=otpHCp30/> |
The BattleMech is protected by nine tons of Clan [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. In order to enable its charge attacks, it is powered by a 300 [[Extralight Fusion Engine]], giving it a top speed of 96 km/h. This is further augmented by a [[MASC]] system that allows it to reach bursts of 130 km/h for short periods.<ref name=otpHCp40/> | The BattleMech is protected by nine tons of Clan [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. In order to enable its charge attacks, it is powered by a 300 [[Extralight Fusion Engine]], giving it a top speed of 96 km/h. This is further augmented by a [[MASC]] system that allows it to reach bursts of 130 km/h for short periods.<ref name=otpHCp40/> | ||
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==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
No Design Quirks have been assigned to the ''Rhino''. | No Design Quirks have been assigned to the ''Rhino''. | ||
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| + | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| + | * [[Emmy Line]], eventual [[ZarKhan of the Scorpion Empire|ZarKhan]], was piloting a ''Rhino'' on [[Gateway]] in [[3151]] against pirates while Galaxy Commander of [[Omega Galaxy (Escorpión Imperio)|Omega Galaxy]]. This was shortly before her reappointment as ZarKhan by [[Magon Scott]] as one of his reforms within the Empire as a concession for discontent Hansa civilians.<ref name="S6_Moving_Forward">''Moving Forward'' in ''Shrapnel'', issue #6</ref> | ||
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | *An earlier, apocryphal version of the ''Rhino'' appeared in issue #12 of ''[[BattleTechnology]]'', created by [[Robert Benedetti]]. This version, designated RHN-10, was a [[Star League]] BattleMech that weighed sixty tons. It was armed with the Ram Plate, as well as six [[Medium Lasers]].<ref name=BT12p60>''BattleTechnology'' #12, p. 60 | + | *An earlier, apocryphal version of the ''Rhino'' appeared in issue #12 of ''[[BattleTechnology]]'', created by [[Robert Benedetti]]. This version, designated RHN-10, was a [[Star League]] BattleMech that weighed sixty tons. It had a top speed of 64 km/h and was armed with the Ram Plate, as well as six [[Medium Lasers]].<ref name=BT12p60>''BattleTechnology'' #12, p. 60: Technical Readout RHN-10 ''Rhino''</ref> |
| − | *The [[Record Sheet|record sheet]] for the ''Rhino'' in ''[[Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade]]'' uses the silhouette of a [[:File:Gol-4s_goliath.jpg|GOL-4S ''Goliath'']]. | + | *The [[Record Sheet|record sheet]] for the ''Rhino'' in ''[[Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade]]'' uses the silhouette of a [[:File:Gol-4s_goliath.jpg|GOL-4S ''Goliath'']]. At present, there is no image for the canonical version of this BattleMech. |
==References== | ==References== | ||
<references /> | <references /> | ||
| + | ==Gallery== | ||
| + | <gallery> | ||
| + | Rhino silhouette OTPHC.png|Placeholder image of the ''Rhino'' from ''[[Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade]]'' | ||
| + | Rhino BTechnology12.png|Apocryphal RHN-10 ''Rhino'' from [[BattleTechnology#Issue_12|''BattleTechnology'' #12]] | ||
| + | </gallery> | ||
==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| − | * '' | + | * [[BattleTechnology#Issue 12|''BattleTechnology'', Issue 12]] |
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
* ''[[Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade]]'' | * ''[[Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade]]'' | ||
| + | [[Category:'Mechs]] | ||
[[Category:BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]] | [[Category:BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]] | ||
[[Category:Quad BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Quad BattleMechs]] | ||
[[Category:Escorpión Imperio BattleMechs]] | [[Category:Escorpión Imperio BattleMechs]] | ||
Latest revision as of 11:01, 20 March 2024
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- This article is about the 50-ton quad BattleMech. For other uses, see Rhino.
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| Rhino | |
|---|---|
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Unknown |
| Production Year | 3137[1] |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 10,574,520 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Clan BattleMech |
| Mass | 50 tons |
| Chassis | Reinforced (Quad) |
| Armor | Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | 300 XL |
| Communications System | Unknown |
| Targeting Tracking System | Unknown |
| Heat Sinks | 12 double |
| Speed | 97.2 km/h (129.6 km/h with MASC) |
| Armament | |
| BV (2.0) | 2,124[2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Rhino was developed by Escorpión Imperio in the thirty-second century. The unusual quad BattleMech was fielded by Omega Galaxy during the invasion of the Hanseatic League in 3140.[3]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Rhino's ranged weapons consist of a quintet of Extended Range Medium Lasers. Two are mounted in each foreleg, and the fifth is in the head.[4] The reason for this unusual configuration is due to the inclusion of a Ram Plate, which occupies much of the forward torso and prevents the mounting of other weapons there. The weapon is used for charge attacks, and is supplemented by an array of spikes. To support the Ram Plate, the Rhino is equipped with a reinforced chassis.[3]
The BattleMech is protected by nine tons of Clan Ferro-Fibrous armor. In order to enable its charge attacks, it is powered by a 300 Extralight Fusion Engine, giving it a top speed of 96 km/h. This is further augmented by a MASC system that allows it to reach bursts of 130 km/h for short periods.[4]
Variants[edit]
At present, only the standard variant of the Rhino exists.
Design Quirks[edit]
No Design Quirks have been assigned to the Rhino.
Notable Pilots[edit]
- Emmy Line, eventual ZarKhan, was piloting a Rhino on Gateway in 3151 against pirates while Galaxy Commander of Omega Galaxy. This was shortly before her reappointment as ZarKhan by Magon Scott as one of his reforms within the Empire as a concession for discontent Hansa civilians.[5]
Notes[edit]
- An earlier, apocryphal version of the Rhino appeared in issue #12 of BattleTechnology, created by Robert Benedetti. This version, designated RHN-10, was a Star League BattleMech that weighed sixty tons. It had a top speed of 64 km/h and was armed with the Ram Plate, as well as six Medium Lasers.[6]
- The record sheet for the Rhino in Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade uses the silhouette of a GOL-4S Goliath. At present, there is no image for the canonical version of this BattleMech.
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Rhino
- ↑ MUL Profile for the Rhino - Including Introduction Year and BV2.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade, p. 30: Touchpoint Braunschweig
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade, p. 40: Rhino record sheet
- ↑ Moving Forward in Shrapnel, issue #6
- ↑ BattleTechnology #12, p. 60: Technical Readout RHN-10 Rhino
Gallery[edit]
Placeholder image of the Rhino from Operational Turning Points: Hanseatic Crusade
Apocryphal RHN-10 Rhino from BattleTechnology #12
