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| − | * Flamer | + | *;Flamer : This variant of the Shamash was produced during the [[Jihad]] and was equipped with [[Advanced Technology]] weaponry. Removing the lasers, the vehicle adds a pair of [[ER Flamer|Extended Range Flamers]] mounted in its turret. BV (2.0) = 228<ref>''Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged'', p. 56</ref> |
| − | * Interdictor | + | *;Interdictor : This variant carries an [[ECM Suite]] and an [[ER Medium Laser]]. It was developed by [[Clan Ghost Bear]] during the [[Jihad]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 191</ref> BV (2.0) = 520<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New'', p. 134</ref> |
==References== | ==References== | ||
Revision as of 17:08, 17 October 2013
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| Shamash Reconnaissance Vehicle | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | York Vehicle Y2 Facility[1] |
| Production Year | 2887[2] |
| Mission | Reconnaisance/Spotter |
| Type | Hover |
| Cost | 223,301 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 11 |
| Armor | Compound JX2 Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | Fusion 60 |
| Speed | 216 km/h |
| Crew | 1 |
| Communications System | Consolidated Type 2M |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 408[3] 406[4] |
| BV (2.0) | 504[1][5] |
Description
The Shamash Reconnaissance Vehicle began production by Clan Blood Spirit in the late 29th century following the declining fortunes of that Clan as a cheaper replacement for the Asshur. The Shamash is faster and cheaper, weighing in at almost half of the Asshur, while the 60-rated fusion engine can propel it up to 216 km/h. Interestingly, the small size of the Shamash was also an advantage as it requires only one crew member to operate. This enables a quick response time, but, perhaps more importantly, this allows the Shamash's pilot to claim solo glory in the same manner as a MechWarrior.[1]
Armament
The Shamash carries four Series 1 ER Small Lasers, some of the smallest weapons available to the Clans at the time. Nonetheless, the concentrated firepower of all four is still threatening to a BattleMech. These lasers are also mounted in a turret, giving them the maximum possible field of fire.[1]
Variants
- Flamer
- This variant of the Shamash was produced during the Jihad and was equipped with Advanced Technology weaponry. Removing the lasers, the vehicle adds a pair of Extended Range Flamers mounted in its turret. BV (2.0) = 228[6]
- Interdictor
- This variant carries an ECM Suite and an ER Medium Laser. It was developed by Clan Ghost Bear during the Jihad.[7] BV (2.0) = 520[8]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Technical Readout: 3060, pp. 34-35, "Shamash Profile"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Shamash
- ↑ Combat Operations, p. 110
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060, p. 15
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 55
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3060 Unabridged, p. 56
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3085, p. 191
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged — Old is the New New, p. 134