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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The NH-2 ''Rook'' is a capable if unspectacular BattleMech. [[Devlin Stone]]'s delivery of advanced engines during the Jihad allowed the move away from primitive components to a modern machine. | + | The NH-2 '''''Rook''''' is a capable if unspectacular BattleMech. [[Devlin Stone]]'s delivery of advanced engines during the Jihad allowed the move away from primitive components to a modern machine. |
Slow for its weight class at 64 km/h, the ''Rook'' upgrades every component of the original to modern standards.<ref name=TRJp118f /> | Slow for its weight class at 64 km/h, the ''Rook'' upgrades every component of the original to modern standards.<ref name=TRJp118f /> | ||
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The original PPC is upgraded to a [[Tiegart Maximum ER PPC|Tiegart Maximum]] [[ER PPC]]. The head-mounted small laser, the design's anti-infantry component, is now a [[Sutel Precision Line Small Pulse Laser]], far more effective at its task. The two rear-facing [[medium laser]]s were removed and the four remaining are more modern [[Hellion-V Medium Laser|Hellion-V]] models. | The original PPC is upgraded to a [[Tiegart Maximum ER PPC|Tiegart Maximum]] [[ER PPC]]. The head-mounted small laser, the design's anti-infantry component, is now a [[Sutel Precision Line Small Pulse Laser]], far more effective at its task. The two rear-facing [[medium laser]]s were removed and the four remaining are more modern [[Hellion-V Medium Laser|Hellion-V]] models. | ||
| − | If the ''Rook'' shines in any regard it is the [[Rawlings 45i Improved Jump Jet]]s that allow it to jump over obstacles at the same speed as it can cover flat ground.<ref name=TRJp118f /> | + | If the ''Rook'' shines in any regard it is the [[Rawlings|Rawlings 45i]] [[Improved Jump Jet]]s that allow it to jump over obstacles at the same speed as it can cover flat ground.<ref name=TRJp118f /> |
==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *; NH-1A : Developed and commissioned New Hessen MechWorks during the Jihad, the 1A used primitive and obsolete components to produce a [[RetroTech]] success story. Mounting [[HIW-50 Indyplate]] primitive armor, a [[Vlar Classic 200]] primitive engine, [[Chilton 360]] jump jets, and a standard [[NHDF-1]] chassis, the 1A carried weaponry that was modern if not cutting edge: a [[Hellstar]] [[PPC]] for long range combat, supported by six [[Martell (ML)|Martell]] [[medium laser]]s, two of which are rear-mounted, and a [[small laser]]. Fourteen single heat sinks required fire discipline from its MechWarrior. The top speed was a substandard 54 km/h.<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3076'', p. 115</ref> Production continued through the [[Jihad]] and beyond, though production on New Hessen was restricted to [[New Hessen WorkMechs]].<ref name=TRJp118f /> BV (2.0) = 1,197<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3076'', p. 130</ref> | + | *; NH-1A : Developed and commissioned New Hessen MechWorks during the Jihad, the 1A used primitive and obsolete components to produce a [[RetroTech]] success story. Mounting [[Hope Industrial Works|HIW-50 Indyplate]] [[primitive armor]], a [[Vlar _(Engines)|Vlar Classic 200]] [[primitive engine]], [[Chilton 360]] jump jets, and a standard [[NHDF-1]] chassis, the 1A carried weaponry that was modern if not cutting edge: a [[Hellstar]] [[PPC]] for long range combat, supported by six [[Martell (ML)|Martell]] [[medium laser]]s, two of which are rear-mounted, and a [[small laser]]. Fourteen single heat sinks required fire discipline from its MechWarrior. The top speed was a substandard 54 km/h.<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3076'', p. 115</ref> Production continued through the [[Jihad]] and beyond, though production on New Hessen was restricted to [[New Hessen WorkMechs]].<ref name=TRJp118f /> BV (2.0) = 1,197<ref>''Jihad Hot Spots: 3076'', p. 130</ref> |
| − | *; NH-1B : This version of the ''Rook'' replaces the | + | *; NH-1B : This version of the ''Rook'' replaces the primitive technology systems with their [[BattleTech eras|Succession Wars]]-era counterparts. Though it carries less armor than the original ''Rook'', the armor is tougher and lighter. This allowed engineers to install a better engine that is larger and more efficient, allowing the NH-1B to reach a top speed of 64.8 km/h. It is also roomier, allowing the NH-1B to carry 20 [[single heat sink]]s, six more than the NH-1A. BV (2.0) = 1,227<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 126</ref> |
| − | *; NH-1X ''Rook-X'' : This upgrade kit was designed by [[Arica Vasthi]] and released by [[Hessen IndustrialWorks]] for customers who had purchased the original NH-1A. It keeps the same armor protection and speed as the NH-1A, but replaces the weaponry. An [[ER PPC]] with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[PPC capacitor]] provides long range firepower, supplemented by two [[ER medium laser]]s | + | *; NH-1X ''Rook-X'' : This upgrade kit was designed by [[Arica Vasthi]] and released by [[Hessen IndustrialWorks]] for customers who had purchased the original NH-1A. It keeps the same armor protection and speed as the NH-1A, but replaces the weaponry. An [[ER PPC]] with an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[PPC capacitor]] provides long range firepower, supplemented by two [[ER medium laser]]s, a pair of [[medium laser|standard medium laser]]s, as well as twin [[ER small laser]]s in place of its original [[small laser]]. To help manage the increased heat, the ''Rook-X'' carries two more single heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 1,187<ref name="xtrr6">''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 6</ref> |
*; NH-3X : This version uses a 330-rated [[extralight engine]] with a [[supercharger]] to increase the top speed of the ''Rook'' to 129 km/h for short bursts, and three additional [[jump jet]]s have been installed. The [[PPC]] is replaced by a [[binary laser cannon]] and a [[small laser]] is mounted in the head. These modifications cost the NH-3X two single heat sinks and required downgrading to locally produced [[Hessen Heavy Boosters]], which produce the same jumping capacity as the NH-2.<ref name=TRJp118f /> BV (2.0) = 1,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 127</ref> | *; NH-3X : This version uses a 330-rated [[extralight engine]] with a [[supercharger]] to increase the top speed of the ''Rook'' to 129 km/h for short bursts, and three additional [[jump jet]]s have been installed. The [[PPC]] is replaced by a [[binary laser cannon]] and a [[small laser]] is mounted in the head. These modifications cost the NH-3X two single heat sinks and required downgrading to locally produced [[Hessen Heavy Boosters]], which produce the same jumping capacity as the NH-2.<ref name=TRJp118f /> BV (2.0) = 1,746<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 127</ref> | ||
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
| − | The ''Rook'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94 BattleMech Quirk Table - Rook Entry | + | The ''Rook'' is subject to the following [[Design Quirk]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Rook Entry</ref> |
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Latest revision as of 11:05, 20 March 2024
- This article is about the 55-ton BattleMech. For the WarShip, see Rook (Individual Potemkin-class WarShip).
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| Rook | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Hessen IndustrialWorks/NHDF[1]
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| Production Year | 3074[5] |
| Model | NH-2[2] |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 7,471,723 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Hessen Rook Mk II |
| Armor | New Hessen Laminar Weave |
| Engine | DAV 220 |
| Communications System | Neil 6000 |
| Targeting Tracking System | Octagon Tartrac System C |
| Heat Sinks | 12 double |
| Speed | 64 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Rawlings 45i |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 1,525[2] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The NH-2 Rook is a capable if unspectacular BattleMech. Devlin Stone's delivery of advanced engines during the Jihad allowed the move away from primitive components to a modern machine.
Slow for its weight class at 64 km/h, the Rook upgrades every component of the original to modern standards.[2]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The NH-2 Rook upgrades almost every component of the original. The chassis, armor, and engine are all modern but affordable, as are the electronics. Two heat sinks were removed but the remaining twelve are upgraded to double heat sinks.
The original PPC is upgraded to a Tiegart Maximum ER PPC. The head-mounted small laser, the design's anti-infantry component, is now a Sutel Precision Line Small Pulse Laser, far more effective at its task. The two rear-facing medium lasers were removed and the four remaining are more modern Hellion-V models.
If the Rook shines in any regard it is the Rawlings 45i Improved Jump Jets that allow it to jump over obstacles at the same speed as it can cover flat ground.[2]
Variants[edit]
- NH-1A
- Developed and commissioned New Hessen MechWorks during the Jihad, the 1A used primitive and obsolete components to produce a RetroTech success story. Mounting HIW-50 Indyplate primitive armor, a Vlar Classic 200 primitive engine, Chilton 360 jump jets, and a standard NHDF-1 chassis, the 1A carried weaponry that was modern if not cutting edge: a Hellstar PPC for long range combat, supported by six Martell medium lasers, two of which are rear-mounted, and a small laser. Fourteen single heat sinks required fire discipline from its MechWarrior. The top speed was a substandard 54 km/h.[6] Production continued through the Jihad and beyond, though production on New Hessen was restricted to New Hessen WorkMechs.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,197[7]
- NH-1B
- This version of the Rook replaces the primitive technology systems with their Succession Wars-era counterparts. Though it carries less armor than the original Rook, the armor is tougher and lighter. This allowed engineers to install a better engine that is larger and more efficient, allowing the NH-1B to reach a top speed of 64.8 km/h. It is also roomier, allowing the NH-1B to carry 20 single heat sinks, six more than the NH-1A. BV (2.0) = 1,227[8]
- NH-1X Rook-X
- This upgrade kit was designed by Arica Vasthi and released by Hessen IndustrialWorks for customers who had purchased the original NH-1A. It keeps the same armor protection and speed as the NH-1A, but replaces the weaponry. An ER PPC with an experimental PPC capacitor provides long range firepower, supplemented by two ER medium lasers, a pair of standard medium lasers, as well as twin ER small lasers in place of its original small laser. To help manage the increased heat, the Rook-X carries two more single heat sinks. BV (2.0) = 1,187[3]
- NH-3X
- This version uses a 330-rated extralight engine with a supercharger to increase the top speed of the Rook to 129 km/h for short bursts, and three additional jump jets have been installed. The PPC is replaced by a binary laser cannon and a small laser is mounted in the head. These modifications cost the NH-3X two single heat sinks and required downgrading to locally produced Hessen Heavy Boosters, which produce the same jumping capacity as the NH-2.[2] BV (2.0) = 1,746[9]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Rook is subject to the following Design Quirk:[10]
BattleMech Gallery[edit]
Original NH-1A Rook from JHS:3076
NH-1B Rook-X from XTRO: RetroTech
NH-2 Rook from TRO:3085
Notes[edit]
- Canon fluff was provided by Herbert A. Beas II on the (defunct) Classic BattleTech board due to exclusion from the initial PDF release in March, 2009.[11]
References[edit]
- ↑ Jihad Hot Spots: 3076, p. 115
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 Technical Readout: Jihad, pp. 118–119: "NH-2 Rook"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 6
- ↑ Objectives: Federated Suns, p. 24
- ↑ MUL online date for the Rook (BattleMech)
- ↑ Jihad Hot Spots: 3076, p. 115
- ↑ Jihad Hot Spots: 3076, p. 130
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 126
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 127
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 94: BattleMech Quirk Table - Rook Entry
- ↑ http://www.classicbattletech.com/forums/index.php/topic,44067.msg1189733.html#msg1189733 (dead link)