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	|mech type=BattleMech		|mech type=BattleMech
	|mass=65		|mass=65
−	|chassis=[[CCo-B Endo]]	+	|chassis=CCo-B [[Endo Steel|Endo]]
−	|armor= [[Forging ZM15 Ferro-Fibrous]]	+	|armor=Forging ZM15 [[Ferro-Fibrous]]
−	|engine=[[Fusion 195 Mk. VI, Mod. 3]]	+	|engine=Fusion 195 Mk. VI, Mod. 3
−	|comsys=[[Hector CC-22E with ECM Suite]]<ref name=TR3085p278f>''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 278–279: "Rifleman IIC 8"</ref>
−	|T&T=[[Mk. CXC-4]]<ref name=TR3085p278f />
−	|heat sinks=19 [[Double Heat Sink|double]]
	|speed=54		|speed=54
−	|jumpjets=[["Highlifter" 44]]	+	|jumpjets="Highlifter" 44
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	==Description==		==Description==
−	The '''''Rifleman IIC''''' is an upgrade of the venerable ''[[Rifleman]]'' [[BattleMech]]. Five tons heavier than the design it is based on, the ''Rifleman IIC'' is also slower. This creates a great deal more room with which to mount other equipment. Further weight savings are found in the use of an [[Endo Steel]] frame. One of the first upgrades to the design was maxing out its protection, with eleven tons of [[ferro-fibrous]] armor. The vaunted anti-aircraft 'Mech is aided in its role by the inclusion of an [[Active Probe]]. To compensate for the loss of speed, the ''IIC'' mounts three [[jump jet]]s that can propel the 'Mech up to ninety meters in one leap.	+	The '''''Rifleman IIC''''' is an upgrade of the venerable ''[[Rifleman]]'' [[BattleMech]]. Five tons heavier than the design it is based on, the ''Rifleman IIC'' is also slower. This creates a great deal more room with which to mount other equipment. Further weight savings are found in the use of an [[Endo Steel]] frame. One of the first upgrades to the design was maxing out its protection, with eleven tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The vaunted anti-aircraft 'Mech is aided in its role by the inclusion of an [[Active Probe]]. To compensate for the loss of speed, the ''IIC'' mounts three [[jump jet]]s that can propel the 'Mech up to ninety meters in one leap.
	==Weapons and Equipment==		==Weapons and Equipment==
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	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 5 : This version uses enough [[Improved Jump Jets]] to vault up to 150 meters at a time. Nineteen double heat sinks keep the heat from three [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s in check. The ''IIC'' 5 is a capable mobile sniper. BV (2.0) = 2,343<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 261</ref>		*;''Rifleman IIC'' 5 : This version uses enough [[Improved Jump Jets]] to vault up to 150 meters at a time. Nineteen double heat sinks keep the heat from three [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s in check. The ''IIC'' 5 is a capable mobile sniper. BV (2.0) = 2,343<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 261</ref>
−	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 6 : The ''IIC'' 6 goes in the opposite direction of the ''IIC'' 5 by removing the jump jets entirely. This made room for two [[HAG 30]]s, each of which was adjacent to an [[anti-missile system]]. Seven tons of ammunition provide enough ammunition for most Clan engagements. The [[ER Small Laser]] and [[Active Probe]] of the original are retained. BV (2.0) = 2,220<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 262</ref>	+	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 6 : The ''IIC'' 6 goes in the opposite direction of the ''IIC'' 5 by removing the jump jets entirely. This makes room for two [[HAG 30]]s, each of which is adjacent to an [[Anti-Missile System]]. Seven tons of ammunition provide enough ammunition for most Clan engagements. The [[ER Small Laser]] and [[Active Probe]] of the original are retained. BV (2.0) = 2,220<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 262</ref>
	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 7 : The [[Clan Nova Cat|Nova Cats]] introduced this version in 3078. Based on the ''IIC'' 5, it keeps the jump capability but replaces all weapons with arm-mounted [[Heavy Large Laser]]s and [[Plasma Cannon]]s. A [[Targeting Computer]] makes these weapons extremely effective.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 278</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,205<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 263</ref>		*;''Rifleman IIC'' 7 : The [[Clan Nova Cat|Nova Cats]] introduced this version in 3078. Based on the ''IIC'' 5, it keeps the jump capability but replaces all weapons with arm-mounted [[Heavy Large Laser]]s and [[Plasma Cannon]]s. A [[Targeting Computer]] makes these weapons extremely effective.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 278</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,205<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 263</ref>
−	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 8 : This version carries a [[Series 7K]] ER Large Laser and pair of [[Series-9]] [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s in each arm. These are supported by a [[Type VI]] [[Streak SRM-6]] mounted in the left and right torsos. A head-mounted [[ECM Suite]] can disrupt targeting networks, and five jump jets allow the ''IIC'' 8 to cover 150 meters at a time. The Endo Steel chassis allowed the engineers to install a [[Consolidated 325 XL]] engine, increasing ground speed to a maximum of 86 km/h. BV (2.0) = 2,541<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 279</ref>	+	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 8 : This version carries an ER Large Laser and pair of [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s in each arm. These are supported by a [[Streak SRM-6]] mounted in the left and right torsos. A head-mounted [[ECM Suite]] can disrupt targeting networks, and five jump jets allow the ''IIC'' 8 to cover 150 meters at a time. The Endo Steel chassis allowed the engineers to install a [[Consolidated 325 XL]] engine, increasing ground speed to a maximum of 86 km/h. BV (2.0) = 2,541<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 279</ref>
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−	*;''Rifleman IIC'' 9 : A [[Dark Age]]-era design, this variant carries four ER Large Lasers linked to a Targeting Computer. Twenty Double Heat Sinks alone are sufficient to handle the heat burden as long as volley fire used; two [[Coolant Pod]]s can compensate for the heat output of an alpha strike. This variant also carries [[Reflective Armor]]. BV (2.0) = 2,794 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 27</ref>
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−	*; ''Rifleman IIC'' 10 : A curious short-range design utilized by the [[Raven Alliance]], this variant mounts four [[ProtoMech AC/8]]s as its primary weapons suite, as well as an [[ER Small Laser]] and [[Active Probe]]. An engine [[Supercharger]] enables bursts of speed to close with its target, while ten Double Heat Sinks are more than enough to cope with heat. BV (2.0) = 1,587 <ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23'', p. 28</ref>
	===Apocryphal Variants===		===Apocryphal Variants===
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	''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''		''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:''
−	*; RFL-IIC-A : A modern Clan take on the classic [[Succession Wars era]] RFL-3N ''Rifleman'', the A variant carries a Large Pulse Laser and [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] in each arm, supported by an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each side torso. Built around a 260-rated XL Engine, Endo Steel frame, and ten tons of ferro-fibrous armor, the A is fitted with sixteen Double Heat Sinks and four tons of UAC ammo.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' "Rifleman IIC Sale Page"</ref>	+	*;RFL-IIC-A : A modern Clan take on the classic [[Succession Wars era]] RFL-3N ''Rifleman'', the A variant carries a Large Pulse Laser and [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] in each arm, supported by an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each side torso. Built around a 260-rated XL Engine, Endo Steel frame, and ten tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the A is fitted with sixteen Double Heat Sinks and four tons of UAC ammo.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' "Rifleman IIC Sale Page"</ref>
−	*;RFL-IIC-CH ''Chironex'' : The ''Rifleman IIC'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Chironex'' carries an Ultra AC/2 and [[ATM 3]] rack in each arm, supported by head-mounted ER Small Laser and a Large Pulse Laser in each side torso. Built around a 195 rated standard engine, Endo Steel frame and thirteen tons of ferro-fibrous armor, the ''Chironex'' is fitted with fourteen Double Heat Sinks, three Jump Jets, three tons of ATM reloads and two tons of UAC rounds.<ref name=MWO/>	+	*;RFL-IIC-CH ''Chironex'' : The ''Rifleman IIC'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Chironex'' carries an Ultra AC/2 and [[ATM 3]] rack in each arm, supported by head-mounted ER Small Laser and a Large Pulse Laser in each side torso. Built around a 195 rated standard engine, Endo Steel frame and thirteen tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the ''Chironex'' is fitted with fourteen Double Heat Sinks, three Jump Jets, three tons of ATM reloads and two tons of UAC rounds.<ref name=MWO/>
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−	==Design Quirks==
−	The ''Rifleman IIC'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Rifleman IIC Entry.</ref>
−	* [[Anti-Aircraft Targeting]]
−	* [[Improved Communications]]
	==Notable Pilots==		==Notable Pilots==
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	==Related Designs==		==Related Designs==
	''[[Rifleman]]'' - The ''Rifleman'' was one of the mechs the Star League Defense Force would take with them to the Exodus Fleet. When the Star League-in-exile became the Clans, they would upgrade the mech with clan-technology and increase its tonnage by five tons. The upgrade would receive the '''''IIC''''' title with other SLDF upgrades.		''[[Rifleman]]'' - The ''Rifleman'' was one of the mechs the Star League Defense Force would take with them to the Exodus Fleet. When the Star League-in-exile became the Clans, they would upgrade the mech with clan-technology and increase its tonnage by five tons. The upgrade would receive the '''''IIC''''' title with other SLDF upgrades.
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−	==Notes==
−	* Author [[Ashley Watkins]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20231121234813/https://panther6actual.blogspot.com/2015/10/technical-read-out-3055.html blog entry] that she designed stats and wrote background for ''Rifleman IIC'' as originally published in ''TRO:3055''.
	==Gallery==		==Gallery==
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	==Bibliography==		==Bibliography==
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	* ''[[Combat Operations]]''		* ''[[Combat Operations]]''
	* ''[[Fire at Will]]'' (novel)		* ''[[Fire at Will]]'' (novel)
	* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''		* ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]''
	* ''[[Objectives: The Clans]]''		* ''[[Objectives: The Clans]]''
−	* ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]''
	* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]''		* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]''
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	* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''		* ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]''
	* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''		* ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]''
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	[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]		[[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]]
	[[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]]		[[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]]
		+	[[Category:Clan General BattleMechs]]
	[[Category:Clan Diamond Shark BattleMechs]]		[[Category:Clan Diamond Shark BattleMechs]]

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{{Update Needed|[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23]]}} {{InfoBoxBattleMech |image=Rifleman IIC RGilClan v23.png |name=''Rifleman IIC'' |manufacturer= [[Complex H-4 CCC]] ---- [[Trellshire Heavy Industries]] |model=Standard |production year=2845 |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2710/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> |cost= 5,741,587 C-bills |Tech Base=Clan |mech type=BattleMech |mass=65 |chassis=CCo-B [[Endo Steel|Endo]] |armor=Forging ZM15 [[Ferro-Fibrous]] |engine=Fusion 195 Mk. VI, Mod. 3 |speed=54 |jumpjets="Highlifter" 44 |armament= *4x [[Large Pulse Laser]]s *1x [[ER Small Laser]] |BV (1.0)= 2,123<ref name=CO>''Combat Operations'', p. 109</ref> |BV (2.0)= 2,307<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 257</ref> }} ==Description== The '''''Rifleman IIC''''' is an upgrade of the venerable ''[[Rifleman]]'' [[BattleMech]]. Five tons heavier than the design it is based on, the ''Rifleman IIC'' is also slower. This creates a great deal more room with which to mount other equipment. Further weight savings are found in the use of an [[Endo Steel]] frame. One of the first upgrades to the design was maxing out its protection, with eleven tons of [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The vaunted anti-aircraft 'Mech is aided in its role by the inclusion of an [[Active Probe]]. To compensate for the loss of speed, the ''IIC'' mounts three [[jump jet]]s that can propel the 'Mech up to ninety meters in one leap. ==Weapons and Equipment== Simple, straightforward, and accurate; the ''Rifleman IIC'' is armed with four [[Large Pulse Laser]]s. This allows it to pick apart enemies from a respectable range, as well as easily target incoming aircraft. A single [[ER Small Laser]] is installed, seemingly as an afterthought. Nineteen [[double heat sink]]s keep heat mostly in check, though [[volley fire]] should be used. ==Variants== *;''Rifleman IIC'' 2 : This variant removes all of the weapons and equipment, and replaces them with four [[Ultra Autocannon/2]]s and six tons of ammunition. The weight saved, plus a half ton from armor, is used to upgrade the engine to allow the 'Mech a top speed of 64 km/h. [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] must be exceptionally wary of the large, vulnerable ammo bins. BV (1.0) = 1,208<ref name=CO/>, BV (2.0) = 1,345<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 258</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 3 : Following the surprise invasion of [[Huntress]], most of the [[Clans]] looked to upgrade the defenders of their homeworlds. In so doing, [[Clan Cloud Cobra]] decided to upgrade their aging ''Rifleman IICs''. The ''IIC'' 3 first entered service in the early part of [[3062]]. Based upon the original design, it nonetheless uses two Model HHC-30 Ultra Autocannon/2s to plink at a target from long range. Any opponent who believes he or she is facing a ''IIC'' 2 is quickly surprised, however, when the ''IIC'' 3 opens up with its paired Series 4D-2 [[Heavy Large Laser]]s. Twenty one [[double heat sink]]s keep this design cool-running. This rebuilt version still mounts the [[Active Probe]]. BV (1.0) = 1,629<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 111</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,733<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 259</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 4 : The ''IIC'' 4 retains two of the [[Large Pulse Laser]]s from the base variant, but adds a pair of [[ATM 9]]s, each of which can draw on two tons of ammunition. Sixteen double heat sinks are all that is needed to keep all heat from the weapons under control. BV (1.0) = 2,023<ref>''Combat Operations'', p. 110</ref>, BV (2.0) = 2,140<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 260</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 5 : This version uses enough [[Improved Jump Jets]] to vault up to 150 meters at a time. Nineteen double heat sinks keep the heat from three [[ER Large Laser]]s and two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s in check. The ''IIC'' 5 is a capable mobile sniper. BV (2.0) = 2,343<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 261</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 6 : The ''IIC'' 6 goes in the opposite direction of the ''IIC'' 5 by removing the jump jets entirely. This makes room for two [[HAG 30]]s, each of which is adjacent to an [[Anti-Missile System]]. Seven tons of ammunition provide enough ammunition for most Clan engagements. The [[ER Small Laser]] and [[Active Probe]] of the original are retained. BV (2.0) = 2,220<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 262</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 7 : The [[Clan Nova Cat|Nova Cats]] introduced this version in 3078. Based on the ''IIC'' 5, it keeps the jump capability but replaces all weapons with arm-mounted [[Heavy Large Laser]]s and [[Plasma Cannon]]s. A [[Targeting Computer]] makes these weapons extremely effective.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 278</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,205<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix'', p. 263</ref> *;''Rifleman IIC'' 8 : This version carries an ER Large Laser and pair of [[AP Gauss Rifle]]s in each arm. These are supported by a [[Streak SRM-6]] mounted in the left and right torsos. A head-mounted [[ECM Suite]] can disrupt targeting networks, and five jump jets allow the ''IIC'' 8 to cover 150 meters at a time. The Endo Steel chassis allowed the engineers to install a [[Consolidated 325 XL]] engine, increasing ground speed to a maximum of 86 km/h. BV (2.0) = 2,541<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 279</ref> ===Apocryphal Variants=== {{ApocryphalContentStart}} ''From [[MechWarrior Online]]:'' *;RFL-IIC-A : A modern Clan take on the classic [[Succession Wars era]] RFL-3N ''Rifleman'', the A variant carries a Large Pulse Laser and [[Ultra Autocannon/5]] in each arm, supported by an [[ER Medium Laser]] in each side torso. Built around a 260-rated XL Engine, Endo Steel frame, and ten tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the A is fitted with sixteen Double Heat Sinks and four tons of UAC ammo.<ref name=MWO>''MechWarrior Online'' "Rifleman IIC Sale Page"</ref> *;RFL-IIC-CH ''Chironex'' : The ''Rifleman IIC'' [[Hero 'Mech]], the ''Chironex'' carries an Ultra AC/2 and [[ATM 3]] rack in each arm, supported by head-mounted ER Small Laser and a Large Pulse Laser in each side torso. Built around a 195 rated standard engine, Endo Steel frame and thirteen tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the ''Chironex'' is fitted with fourteen Double Heat Sinks, three Jump Jets, three tons of ATM reloads and two tons of UAC rounds.<ref name=MWO/> {{ApocryphalContentEnd}} ==Notable Pilots== :''See [[:Category: Notable Rifleman Pilots]]'' ==Related Designs== ''[[Rifleman]]'' - The ''Rifleman'' was one of the mechs the Star League Defense Force would take with them to the Exodus Fleet. When the Star League-in-exile became the Clans, they would upgrade the mech with clan-technology and increase its tonnage by five tons. The upgrade would receive the '''''IIC''''' title with other SLDF upgrades. ==Gallery== <gallery> Rifleman iic.jpg|Original ''Rifleman IIC'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3055|TRO:3055]]'' Rifleman_iic_3.jpg|''Rifleman IIC'' 3 from ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix|TRO:Phoenix]]'' Rifleman iic 4.png|''Rifleman IIC'' 4 from ''TRO:Phoenix'' Rifleman iic 8.png|''Rifleman IIC'' 8 from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO:3085]]'' Rifleman IIC RGilClan v23.png|''Rifleman IIC'' from ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 23|RGilClan: Vol 23]]'' Battle of Tukayyid (24).jpg|''Rifleman IIC'' from ''[[Tukayyid (scenario pack)|Tukayyid]]'' Battle of Luthien (42).jpg|A ''Rifleman IIC'' downs an opponent from ''[[Luthien (scenario pack)|Luthien]]'' MWO Rifleman IIC.png|Model of ''Rifleman IIC'' from ''[[MechWarrior Online|MWO]]'' </gallery> ==References== <references /> ==Bibliography== * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' * ''[[Fire at Will]]'' (novel) * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' * ''[[Objectives: The Clans]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Project Phoenix]]'' * ''[[Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' * ''[[Technical Readout: Project Phoenix]]'' * ''[[Total Warfare Style Record Sheets: Phoenix Upgrades]]'' [[Category:BattleMechs]] [[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]] [[Category:65 ton BattleMechs]] [[Category:Clan General BattleMechs]] [[Category:Clan Diamond Shark BattleMechs]]

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