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* SDR-5D - The -5D ''Spider'' is also geared towards anti-infantry work. This is done by removing one of the [[Medium Laser]]s and replacing it with a single arm-mounted [[Flamer]]. BV (1.0) = 412, BV (2.0) = 524 | * SDR-5D - The -5D ''Spider'' is also geared towards anti-infantry work. This is done by removing one of the [[Medium Laser]]s and replacing it with a single arm-mounted [[Flamer]]. BV (1.0) = 412, BV (2.0) = 524 | ||
| − | * SDR-5K - The -5K ''Spider'' removes one of the [[Medium Laser]]s and replaces it with two arm mounted [[Machine Gun]]s for anti-infantry use. To make room for its Machine Gun ammunition the 'Mech sacrifices 60 meters of its jump capability. BV (1.0) = 433, BV (2.0) = 503 | + | * SDR-5K - The -5K ''Spider'' removes one of the [[Medium Laser]]s and replaces it with two arm mounted [[Machine Gun]]s for anti-infantry use. To make room for its Machine Gun ammunition the 'Mech sacrifices 60 meters of its jump capability. <ref name=SBSaD>''Starterbook: Sword and the Dragon", pg.85 "SDR-5K ''Spider''"</ref> BV (1.0) = 433, BV (2.0) = 503 |
* SDR-7K - The -7K is an upgrade of the base design and uses a [[Light Fusion Engine]] in place of the standard model. It carries two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and is built using an [[Endo Steel]] structure and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = 688 | * SDR-7K - The -7K is an upgrade of the base design and uses a [[Light Fusion Engine]] in place of the standard model. It carries two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s and is built using an [[Endo Steel]] structure and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. BV (1.0) = 688 | ||
| − | * SDR-7Kr - This [[Jihad]] refit removes a pulse laser and mounts an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Angel ECM Suite]] in its place.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = [[????]]{{cn}} | + | * SDR-7Kr - This [[Jihad]] refit removes a pulse laser and mounts an [[Experimental Technology|experimental]] [[Angel ECM Suite]] in its place. <ref name=TRO3085-64>''Technical Readout: 3085", pg.64 "SDR-8R ''Spider''"</ref> <ref name=TRO-3085-190>''Technical Readout: 3085'', p. 190</ref> BV (2.0) = [[????]]{{cn}} |
* SDR-7K2 - the -7K2 scout-hunter is built using an [[Endo Steel]] structure and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The jump capability is only 210 meters, but it now carries an [[ER Large Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 841 | * SDR-7K2 - the -7K2 scout-hunter is built using an [[Endo Steel]] structure and [[Ferro-Fibrous]] armor. The jump capability is only 210 meters, but it now carries an [[ER Large Laser]]. BV (1.0) = 841 | ||
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* SDR-7M - The -7M upgrades the ''Spider'' with [[Star League]] technology, including upgrading the internal structure to an [[Endo Steel]] version and the armor to [[Ferro-Fibrous]]. The saved weight is used to upgrade the standard [[Medium Laser]]s to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 492, BV (2.0) = 621<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] pg.21''</ref> | * SDR-7M - The -7M upgrades the ''Spider'' with [[Star League]] technology, including upgrading the internal structure to an [[Endo Steel]] version and the armor to [[Ferro-Fibrous]]. The saved weight is used to upgrade the standard [[Medium Laser]]s to [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. BV (1.0) = 492, BV (2.0) = 621<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]] pg.21''</ref> | ||
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| + | * SDR-8K - A post-Jihad variant developed by the Combine, the SDR-8K used a [[Compact Gyro]] and 240 [[XL Fusion Engine]] to increase its group speed while allowing it to carry four tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the extra weight left being used to swap the lasers of the stock ''Spider'' for a single torso mounted [[PPC Capacitor]] enhanced [[Snub-Nose PPC]].<ref name=TRO3085-64/> | ||
* SDR-8M - The -8M is a simple upgrade of the 7M, by the [[FWLM]], replacing the single [[heat sink]]s with [[double heat sink|double strength]] versions. Otherwise, they are completely identical. BV (1.0) = 588 | * SDR-8M - The -8M is a simple upgrade of the 7M, by the [[FWLM]], replacing the single [[heat sink]]s with [[double heat sink|double strength]] versions. Otherwise, they are completely identical. BV (1.0) = 588 | ||
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| + | * SDR-8R - A post-Jiahd variant produced by Krupp Armament Works for the [[Republic of the Sphere]], the production model 8R was based on prototype SDR-8X used during the liberation of [[Terra]]. Built on an Endo Steel chassis and powered by a smaller 210 Light Fusion Engine, while its ground speed was reduced, the SDR-8R's ten [[Improved Jump Jet]]s gave it amazing maneuverability. Carrying ten double heat sinks allowed the 8R to fire its twin [[Diverse Optics]] ER Medium Lasers and jump without fear of overheating. Boasting a very different look, the redesigned 8R was also notable for being the first ''Spider'' to include an ejection system. <ref name=TRO3085-64/> BV (2.0) = 694<ref name=TRO3085-65>''Technical Readout: 3085", pg.65 "SDR-8R ''Spider''"</ref> | ||
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| + | * SDR-8X - Experimental Prototype that saw service with [[Devlin Stone]]'s Coalition during the Jihad, the SDR-8X was clad in nearly double the armor of the later 8R and mounted an experimental Inner Sphere technology [[Partial Wing]].<ref name=TRO3085-64/> | ||
* SDR-C - This [[Draconis Combine]] variant on the 7M swaps out one of the pulse lasers for a standard medium and a [[C3 Slave Unit]]. | * SDR-C - This [[Draconis Combine]] variant on the 7M swaps out one of the pulse lasers for a standard medium and a [[C3 Slave Unit]]. | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
*''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]'' | *''[[Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Starterbook: Sword and the Dragon]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3025 Revised]]'' | ||
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*''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | *''[[Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade]]'' | ||
| + | *''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
*''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_17.pdf MWDA Spirit Cats's Dossier of Lenett Lossey]'' | *''[http://cf.sarna.net/docs/mwda_dossiers/falcons_prey_17.pdf MWDA Spirit Cats's Dossier of Lenett Lossey]'' | ||
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Revision as of 04:19, 14 December 2010
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Newhart Interstellar Industries Limited; Nimakachi Fusion Products Limited |
| Model | SDR-5V |
| Class | Light |
| Cost | 2,984,540 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 30 tons |
| Chassis | Newhart 1200 |
| Armor | Durallex Light |
| Engine | Pitban 240 |
| Speed | 129.6 km/h |
| Jump Jets | Pitban LFT-10 |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 514 |
| BV (2.0) | 622 |
Contents
Description
The Spider was originally designed by Newhart Industries as a 'Mech to be used by SLDF commando forces. Following the fall of the Star League, the Free Worlds League acquired the plans for the 'Mech and Nimakachi began producing it. The League was not interested in the design, so they began exporting it to an interested Draconis Combine. Eventually, they also began to produce it on their Lapida II plant. The 'Mech gets its name from the unique pattern on its chest that radiates from the Medium Laser mounts in its center torso. The Spider is one of the most maneuverable BattleMechs ever conceived. It has a ground speed that is comparable to a Locust and can out jump either the vaunted Wasp or Stinger light 'Mechs. Spiders are generally used as fast strike forces to hit an enemy's rear with lightning speed.[1]
Armament
The Spider carries a very light armament of two Aberdovey Mk III Medium Lasers. The lasers are marginally effective against other 'Mechs and hard targets but are more effective against soft targets, such as ammunition crates and command posts.
Variants
- SDR-5D - The -5D Spider is also geared towards anti-infantry work. This is done by removing one of the Medium Lasers and replacing it with a single arm-mounted Flamer. BV (1.0) = 412, BV (2.0) = 524
- SDR-5K - The -5K Spider removes one of the Medium Lasers and replaces it with two arm mounted Machine Guns for anti-infantry use. To make room for its Machine Gun ammunition the 'Mech sacrifices 60 meters of its jump capability. [2] BV (1.0) = 433, BV (2.0) = 503
- SDR-7K - The -7K is an upgrade of the base design and uses a Light Fusion Engine in place of the standard model. It carries two Medium Pulse Lasers and is built using an Endo Steel structure and Ferro-Fibrous armor. BV (1.0) = 688
- SDR-7Kr - This Jihad refit removes a pulse laser and mounts an experimental Angel ECM Suite in its place. [3] [4] BV (2.0) = ????[citation needed]
- SDR-7K2 - the -7K2 scout-hunter is built using an Endo Steel structure and Ferro-Fibrous armor. The jump capability is only 210 meters, but it now carries an ER Large Laser. BV (1.0) = 841
- SDR-7KC - The 7KC drops the 7K's Medium Pulse Lasers and mounts a Light PPC and C3 Slave Unit.
- SDR-7M - The -7M upgrades the Spider with Star League technology, including upgrading the internal structure to an Endo Steel version and the armor to Ferro-Fibrous. The saved weight is used to upgrade the standard Medium Lasers to Medium Pulse Lasers. BV (1.0) = 492, BV (2.0) = 621[5]
- SDR-8K - A post-Jihad variant developed by the Combine, the SDR-8K used a Compact Gyro and 240 XL Fusion Engine to increase its group speed while allowing it to carry four tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor, the extra weight left being used to swap the lasers of the stock Spider for a single torso mounted PPC Capacitor enhanced Snub-Nose PPC.[3]
- SDR-8M - The -8M is a simple upgrade of the 7M, by the FWLM, replacing the single heat sinks with double strength versions. Otherwise, they are completely identical. BV (1.0) = 588
- SDR-8R - A post-Jiahd variant produced by Krupp Armament Works for the Republic of the Sphere, the production model 8R was based on prototype SDR-8X used during the liberation of Terra. Built on an Endo Steel chassis and powered by a smaller 210 Light Fusion Engine, while its ground speed was reduced, the SDR-8R's ten Improved Jump Jets gave it amazing maneuverability. Carrying ten double heat sinks allowed the 8R to fire its twin Diverse Optics ER Medium Lasers and jump without fear of overheating. Boasting a very different look, the redesigned 8R was also notable for being the first Spider to include an ejection system. [3] BV (2.0) = 694[6]
- SDR-8X - Experimental Prototype that saw service with Devlin Stone's Coalition during the Jihad, the SDR-8X was clad in nearly double the armor of the later 8R and mounted an experimental Inner Sphere technology Partial Wing.[3]
- SDR-C - This Draconis Combine variant on the 7M swaps out one of the pulse lasers for a standard medium and a C3 Slave Unit.
Related BattleMechs
- Venom - While stepping up production of the Spider to meet increasing demand during the Clan Invasion, Nimakachi also introduced a new slightly heavier, uprated version of that venerable 'Mech called the Venom.
Gallery
SDR-7M Spider
SDR-7M Spider in combat
References
Bibliography
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)
- Starterbook: Sword and the Dragon
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3025 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3085
- MWDA Spirit Cats's Dossier of Lenett Lossey