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| name = ''Sparrowhawk'' | | name = ''Sparrowhawk'' | ||
| manufacturer = [[Warner Incorporated]] | | manufacturer = [[Warner Incorporated]] | ||
| − | ----[[Jalastar Aerospace]] | + | ---- |
| + | [[Jalastar Aerospace]] | ||
| model = SPR-H5 | | model = SPR-H5 | ||
| Class = Light aerospace fighter | | Class = Light aerospace fighter | ||
| Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | | Tech Base = [[Inner Sphere]] | ||
| − | | Cost = 1,740,870 C- | + | | Cost = 1,740,870 [[C-bill]]s<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref> |
| production year = 2520 | | production year = 2520 | ||
| year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2992/sparrowhawk-spr-h5 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | | year reference = <ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/2992/sparrowhawk-spr-h5 MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
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| frame = [[StarTech Mod II]] | | frame = [[StarTech Mod II]] | ||
| power plant = [[Warner 240J]] | | power plant = [[Warner 240J]] | ||
| + | | armor = [[Carbondale II]] | ||
| Fuel = 400 - 5 tons | | Fuel = 400 - 5 tons | ||
| armament = | | armament = | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Sparrowhawk''''' was designed and debuted in [[2520]] as a fighter escort for larger attack craft such as heavy [[aerospace fighter]]s, assault [[DropShip]]s, and other larger craft. The high rate of thrust also allows it to be a superb first-response unit. The ''Sparrowhawk'' also has a unique armor ejection system installed, so that the pilot may manually release | + | The '''''Sparrowhawk''''' was designed and debuted in [[2520]] as a fighter escort for larger attack craft such as heavy [[aerospace fighter]]s, assault [[DropShip]]s, and other larger craft. The high rate of thrust also allows it to be a superb first-response unit. The ''Sparrowhawk'' also has a unique armor ejection system installed, so that the pilot may manually release damaged armor plates if they would hinder atmospheric reentry. The [[Rander 100]] communications system is considered one of the most reliable in any fighter. After the Star League fell, the [[Federated Suns]] appropriated the fighter's factories on [[Quentin]], and continued producing the fighter until a [[Draconis Combine]] attack on the facility destroyed them.<ref>''Technical Readout 3025'' p. 152</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | *;SPR-H5K : This Kuritan variant, introduced in [[3018]], removes both [[medium laser]]s and replaces them with another four [[small laser]]s mounted in the nose & fuselage. This increases the rate of fire, but the targeting system, which was not matched, can be easily overtaxed. BV (1.0) = 505, BV (1.0) = 505<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 43</ref> | + | *; SPR-H5K : This Kuritan variant, introduced in [[3018]], removes both [[medium laser]]s and replaces them with another four [[small laser]]s mounted in the nose & fuselage. This increases the rate of fire, but the targeting system, which was not matched, can be easily overtaxed. BV (1.0) = 505, BV (1.0) = 505<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 43</ref> |
| − | *;SPR-6D : Introduced in [[3051]], this [[Star League]]-quality variant swaps each of the original lasers with pulse versions, increasing its combat capability by over seven percent. BV (1.0) = 680<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 44</ref>, BV (2.0) = 729 | + | *; SPR-6D : Introduced in [[3051]], this [[Star League]]-quality variant swaps each of the original lasers with pulse versions, increasing its combat capability by over seven percent. BV (1.0) = 680<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 44</ref>, BV (2.0) = 729 |
| − | *;SPR-7D : This variant was developed during the [[FedCom Civil War]]. The [[medium laser]]s in the nose are upgraded to [[medium pulse laser]]s while the [[small laser]]s in the wings were replaced with [[ER medium laser]]s. The 10 [[single heat sink]]s have also been upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s for better heat management. BV (1.0) = 945<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref> | + | *; SPR-7D : This variant was developed during the [[FedCom Civil War]]. The [[medium laser]]s in the nose are upgraded to [[medium pulse laser]]s while the [[small laser]]s in the wings were replaced with [[ER medium laser]]s. The 10 [[single heat sink]]s have also been upgraded to [[double heat sink]]s for better heat management. BV (1.0) = 945<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref> |
| − | *;SPR-7Dr : This [[3130]] refit removes the [[medium pulse laser]]s and [[ER medium laser]]s of the SPR-7D. In their place are two nose-mounted [[medium re-engineered laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] in each wing. BV (2.0) = 789<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 204</ref> | + | *; SPR-7Dr : This [[3130]] refit removes the [[medium pulse laser]]s and [[ER medium laser]]s of the SPR-7D. In their place are two nose-mounted [[medium re-engineered laser]]s and an [[ER small laser]] in each wing. BV (2.0) = 789<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 204</ref> |
| − | *;SPR-8H : This Davion variant, introduced in [[2906]], replaces both [[medium laser]]s and one [[small laser]] with one [[Holly]] [[SRM-2]] rack and ammunition. Due to its unpopularity, it is only seen rarely in the [[Capellan March Militia]]. BV (1.0) = 452<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 45</ref>, BV (2.0) = 466 | + | *; SPR-8H : This Davion variant, introduced in [[2906]], replaces both [[medium laser]]s and one [[small laser]] with one [[Holly]] [[SRM-2]] rack and ammunition. Due to its unpopularity, it is only seen rarely in the [[Capellan March Militia]]. BV (1.0) = 452<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039''</ref><ref>''AeroTech 2 Record Sheets'', p. 45</ref>, BV (2.0) = 466 |
| − | *;SPR-DH : This variant of the ''Sparrowhawk'' was developed by the [[Outworlds Alliance]] in [[3076]] and manufactured by [[Kukk Transportation Industries]]. Carrying a [[primitive engine]] and [[primitive cockpit]], the SPR-DH is armed with a pair of [[medium laser]]s and [[ER small laser]]s. Compared to the SPR-H5, the SDR-DH carries only a little more than half the armor protection. For all these faults however, the SPR-DH is popular with mercenary forces and militia units in the Outworlds Alliance. BV (2.0) = 486<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 13</ref> | + | *; SPR-DH : This variant of the ''Sparrowhawk'' was developed by the [[Outworlds Alliance]] in [[3076]] and manufactured by [[Kukk Transportation Industries]]. Carrying a [[primitive engine]] and [[primitive cockpit]], the SPR-DH is armed with a pair of [[medium laser]]s and [[ER small laser]]s. Compared to the SPR-H5, the SDR-DH carries only a little more than half the armor protection. For all these faults however, the SPR-DH is popular with mercenary forces and militia units in the Outworlds Alliance. BV (2.0) = 486<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech'', p. 13</ref> |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
| − | * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Sparrowhawk'' was among the aerospace fighters for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. | + | * Author [[Blaine Lee Pardoe]] stated in a [https://web.archive.org/web/20221102192457/https://blainepardoe.wordpress.com/2018/08/16/out-of-the-archives-the-battlemechs-i-wrote-about-or-designed/ blog entry] that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the ''Sparrowhawk'' was among the aerospace fighters for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry. |
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* In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Sperber'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''SPR-B5'''. | * In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to '''Sperber'''. The model code was accordingly changed to '''SPR-B5'''. | ||
Latest revision as of 13:47, 18 December 2023
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| Sparrowhawk | |
| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Warner Incorporated
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| Production Year | 2520[1] |
| Model | SPR-H5 |
| Class | Light aerospace fighter |
| Tech Base | Inner Sphere |
| Cost | 1,740,870 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Structural Integrity | 10 |
| Frame | StarTech Mod II |
| Power Plant | Warner 240J |
| Armor | Carbondale II |
| Fuel | 400 - 5 tons |
| Armament |
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| Communications System | Rander 100 |
| Tracking & Targeting System | Rander TA4 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single heat sinks |
| BV (1.0) | 634[3][4] |
| BV (2.0) | 637 |
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Description[edit]
The Sparrowhawk was designed and debuted in 2520 as a fighter escort for larger attack craft such as heavy aerospace fighters, assault DropShips, and other larger craft. The high rate of thrust also allows it to be a superb first-response unit. The Sparrowhawk also has a unique armor ejection system installed, so that the pilot may manually release damaged armor plates if they would hinder atmospheric reentry. The Rander 100 communications system is considered one of the most reliable in any fighter. After the Star League fell, the Federated Suns appropriated the fighter's factories on Quentin, and continued producing the fighter until a Draconis Combine attack on the facility destroyed them.[5]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Sparrowhawk is armed only with laser weapons, increasing its combat persistence. Two Martell medium lasers mounted in the nose provide accurate short- and medium-range firepower. Two wing-mounted Exostar small lasers add additional short-range punch, although their accuracy is limited, particularly if the fire control system suffers combat damage.
Variants[edit]
- SPR-H5K
- This Kuritan variant, introduced in 3018, removes both medium lasers and replaces them with another four small lasers mounted in the nose & fuselage. This increases the rate of fire, but the targeting system, which was not matched, can be easily overtaxed. BV (1.0) = 505, BV (1.0) = 505[6][7]
- SPR-6D
- Introduced in 3051, this Star League-quality variant swaps each of the original lasers with pulse versions, increasing its combat capability by over seven percent. BV (1.0) = 680[8][9], BV (2.0) = 729
- SPR-7D
- This variant was developed during the FedCom Civil War. The medium lasers in the nose are upgraded to medium pulse lasers while the small lasers in the wings were replaced with ER medium lasers. The 10 single heat sinks have also been upgraded to double heat sinks for better heat management. BV (1.0) = 945[10]
- SPR-7Dr
- This 3130 refit removes the medium pulse lasers and ER medium lasers of the SPR-7D. In their place are two nose-mounted medium re-engineered lasers and an ER small laser in each wing. BV (2.0) = 789[11]
- SPR-8H
- This Davion variant, introduced in 2906, replaces both medium lasers and one small laser with one Holly SRM-2 rack and ammunition. Due to its unpopularity, it is only seen rarely in the Capellan March Militia. BV (1.0) = 452[12][13], BV (2.0) = 466
- SPR-DH
- This variant of the Sparrowhawk was developed by the Outworlds Alliance in 3076 and manufactured by Kukk Transportation Industries. Carrying a primitive engine and primitive cockpit, the SPR-DH is armed with a pair of medium lasers and ER small lasers. Compared to the SPR-H5, the SDR-DH carries only a little more than half the armor protection. For all these faults however, the SPR-DH is popular with mercenary forces and militia units in the Outworlds Alliance. BV (2.0) = 486[14]
Notes[edit]
- Author Blaine Lee Pardoe stated in a blog entry that, according to his memory which he admitted could be wrong, the Sparrowhawk was among the aerospace fighters for which he invented the name and wrote the original background as initially published in TRO:3025, after being given only its art and game stats to work with for the TRO entry.
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Sperber. The model code was accordingly changed to SPR-B5.
Gallery[edit]
Original SPR-H5 Sparrowhawk from TRO:3025
SPR-H5 Sparrowhawk from TRO:3025 Revised
References[edit]
- ↑ MUL online date for the Sparrowhawk
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 42
- ↑ Technical Readout 3025 p. 152
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 43
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 44
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 204
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039
- ↑ AeroTech 2 Record Sheets, p. 45
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: RetroTech, p. 13