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{{InfoBoxBattleMech | {{InfoBoxBattleMech | ||
|image=Targe (2).jpg | |image=Targe (2).jpg | ||
| − | |name=Targe | + | |name=''Targe'' |
| − | |manufacturer=[[Cosara Weaponries]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. | + | |manufacturer=[[Cosara Weaponries]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+">''Technical Readout: 3085'', pp. 72–73: "TRG-1N Targe"</ref> |
|production year = 3081 | |production year = 3081 | ||
|year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3164/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | |year reference=<ref name="MUL1">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3164/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref> | ||
|model=TRG-1N | |model=TRG-1N | ||
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|cost=7,218,050 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> | |cost=7,218,050 [[C-bill]]s<ref name="MUL1"/> | ||
| − | |Tech Base= | + | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere |
| − | |mass=40 | + | |mech type=BattleMech |
| + | |mass=40 | ||
|chassis=[[Norse Medium SE5-3C]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | |chassis=[[Norse Medium SE5-3C]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | ||
| − | |armor=[[Valiant Lamellor Special | + | |armor=[[Valiant Lamellor Special Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> |
|engine= [[Pitban 320 Light]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | |engine= [[Pitban 320 Light]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | ||
|comsys= [[O/P AIR500]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | |comsys= [[O/P AIR500]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | ||
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|speed=129<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | |speed=129<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | ||
|speed with MASC=172<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | |speed with MASC=172<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | ||
| − | |armament= 3x [[ER Small Laser]] | + | |armament=<span></span> |
| − | | BV (2.0) = 813 <ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 53</ref> | + | * 3x [[ER Small Laser]] |
| − | }} | + | * 1x [[MRM-10]]<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> |
| + | | BV (2.0) = 813<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/><ref name="MUL1"/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition'', p. 53</ref> | ||
| + | }} | ||
== Description == | == Description == | ||
Named after the shield that was the primary means of defense for the Scottish Highlanders of [[Terra]], the '''''Targe''''' is a lackluster recon and cavalry design born of compromise. | Named after the shield that was the primary means of defense for the Scottish Highlanders of [[Terra]], the '''''Targe''''' is a lackluster recon and cavalry design born of compromise. | ||
| − | While having a long history of building solid, if unspectacular, designs such as the ''[[Crab]]'' and ''[[Black Watch]]'', upon [[Northwind]]'s entry into the [[Republic of the Sphere]], [[Cosara Weaponries]] looked towards developing a new 'Mech for the | + | While having a long history of building solid, if unspectacular, designs such as the ''[[Crab]]'' and ''[[Black Watch]]'', upon [[Northwind]]'s entry into the [[Republic of the Sphere]], [[Cosara Weaponries]] looked towards developing a new 'Mech for the newborn Republic's military to shake off this reputation and add to its profits. Researching what equipment the fledgling [[RAF]] had access to, what it would need as it expanded and what Cosara could realistically produce, the end result was strict guidelines for a medium 'Mech capable of exceeding 160 km/h for short periods, whose primary weapon was a missile system supported by lasers. Unwilling to compromise on these requirements, the end result was itself compromised, with purchases from the famed [[Northwind Highlanders]] far exceeding limited sales to the hesitant RAF. Cosara would continue to tinker to try and enhance the maligned design, producing a few hundred before its assembly lines were assigned to civilian production during the [[BattleTech eras|Republic era]].<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> |
| − | Unwilling to utilize an expensive and fragile [[XL | + | Unwilling to utilize an expensive and fragile [[XL engine]], Cosara hedged their bets with a slightly heavier Pitban 320 [[Light Fusion Engine]], capable of reaching 172 km/h in short bursts when the [[MASC]] is engaged, but taking up nearly half the 'Mech's weight. The use of [[Heavy Ferro-Fibrous]] armor maximized the five tons available for armor coverage, while ten [[Double Heat Sink]]s could easily cope with the design's heat output.<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> |
== Weapons and Equipment == | == Weapons and Equipment == | ||
| − | Caught between the need to devote weight to the 'Mech's large engine and provide adequate armor coverage, the ''Targe''s weapons array was exceedingly limited. While not their first choice, Cosara's experience with the ''Black Watch'' led them to select a [[Shigunga]] [[MRM-10]] Launcher as the ''Targe'''s primary weapon, supported by a trio of [[Diverse Optics]] [[ER Small Laser]]s. A single ton of reloads, twenty-four shots, was carried in a [[CASE]] protected ammo bay.<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> | + | Caught between the need to devote weight to the 'Mech's large engine and provide adequate armor coverage, the ''Targe''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s weapons array was exceedingly limited. While not their first choice, Cosara's experience with the ''Black Watch'' led them to select a [[Shigunga]] [[MRM-10]] Launcher as the ''Targe''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s primary weapon, supported by a trio of [[Diverse Optics]] [[ER Small Laser]]s. A single ton of reloads, twenty-four shots, was carried in a [[CASE]]-protected ammo bay.<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> |
== Variants == | == Variants == | ||
| − | *;TRG-2N : This variant introduced in [[Introduction Year::3084]]<ref name="MUL2"/> mounts a smaller engine to free up the weight for | + | *; TRG-2N : This variant, introduced in [[Introduction Year::3084]],<ref name="MUL2"/> mounts a smaller engine to free up the weight for an [[MML-9]], with [[Artemis IV FCS|Artemis IV]] aid, as originally intended. It also replaces two of the ER small lasers with [[ER Medium Laser]]s for greatly improved combat abilities. The 2N removes the CASE for extra armor, and any goodwill Cosara earned with the enhanced weapons bay was lost after they moved the missile ammunition into the heavily armored legs, raising concerns from [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarriors]] that MASC overloads could cause the munitions to explode.<ref name="TRO:3085p72+"/> BV (2.0) = 1,078<ref>''Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge'', p. 109</ref><ref name="MUL2">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3165/targe-trg-2n/ MUL online data for the Targe TRG-2N variant]''</ref> |
| − | *;TRG-3M : This Dark Age | + | *; TRG-3M : This Dark Age ''Targe'', developed in [[Introduction Year::3109]],<ref name="MUL3"/> uses an extralight fusion engine to free up weight. The weapons have been removed and replaced with a single [[LRM-10]] and three [[ER Medium Laser]]s. BV (2.0) = 1,233<ref>''Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades'', p. 110</ref><ref name="MUL3">''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/6915/targe-trg-3m/ MUL online data for the Targe TRG-3M variant]''</ref> |
| − | + | ==Design Quirks== | |
| + | The ''Targe'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''BattleMech Manual'', p. 95: BattleMech Quirk Table - Targe Entry</ref> | ||
| + | * [[Extended Torso Twist]] | ||
| + | * [[Bad Reputation]] | ||
| + | * [[No/Minimal Arms]] | ||
== BattleMech Gallery == | == BattleMech Gallery == | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:Targe.jpeg|Dark Age ''Targe'' | + | Targe (2).jpg|''Targe'' from ''[[Technical Readout: 3085|TRO 3085]]'' |
| + | Targe LI.png|Original ''Targe'' from ''[[MechWarrior: Liao Incursion|MWDA LI]]'' dossiers | ||
| + | Image:Targe.jpeg|Dark Age ''Targe'' miniature | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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== Bibliography == | == Bibliography == | ||
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
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* ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition]]'' | ||
| − | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge]]'' |
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades]]'' | ||
* ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3085]]'' | ||
| − | [[Category: | + | [[Category:'Mechs]] |
| − | + | [[Category:Republic of the Sphere BattleMechs]] | |
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Latest revision as of 20:31, 24 March 2024
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| Targe | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Cosara Weaponries[1] |
| Production Year | 3081[2] |
| Model | TRG-1N |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 7,218,050 C-bills[2] |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 40 tons |
| Chassis | Norse Medium SE5-3C[1] |
| Armor | Valiant Lamellor Special Heavy Ferro-Fibrous[1] |
| Engine | Pitban 320 Light[1] |
| Communications System | O/P AIR500[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | DLK Type Phased Array Sensor System[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks[1] |
| Speed | 129[1] km/h (172[1] km/h with MASC) |
| Armament |
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| BV (2.0) | 813[1][2][3] |
Contents
Description[edit]
Named after the shield that was the primary means of defense for the Scottish Highlanders of Terra, the Targe is a lackluster recon and cavalry design born of compromise.
While having a long history of building solid, if unspectacular, designs such as the Crab and Black Watch, upon Northwind's entry into the Republic of the Sphere, Cosara Weaponries looked towards developing a new 'Mech for the newborn Republic's military to shake off this reputation and add to its profits. Researching what equipment the fledgling RAF had access to, what it would need as it expanded and what Cosara could realistically produce, the end result was strict guidelines for a medium 'Mech capable of exceeding 160 km/h for short periods, whose primary weapon was a missile system supported by lasers. Unwilling to compromise on these requirements, the end result was itself compromised, with purchases from the famed Northwind Highlanders far exceeding limited sales to the hesitant RAF. Cosara would continue to tinker to try and enhance the maligned design, producing a few hundred before its assembly lines were assigned to civilian production during the Republic era.[1]
Unwilling to utilize an expensive and fragile XL engine, Cosara hedged their bets with a slightly heavier Pitban 320 Light Fusion Engine, capable of reaching 172 km/h in short bursts when the MASC is engaged, but taking up nearly half the 'Mech's weight. The use of Heavy Ferro-Fibrous armor maximized the five tons available for armor coverage, while ten Double Heat Sinks could easily cope with the design's heat output.[1]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
Caught between the need to devote weight to the 'Mech's large engine and provide adequate armor coverage, the Targe's weapons array was exceedingly limited. While not their first choice, Cosara's experience with the Black Watch led them to select a Shigunga MRM-10 Launcher as the Targe's primary weapon, supported by a trio of Diverse Optics ER Small Lasers. A single ton of reloads, twenty-four shots, was carried in a CASE-protected ammo bay.[1]
Variants[edit]
- TRG-2N
- This variant, introduced in 3084,[4] mounts a smaller engine to free up the weight for an MML-9, with Artemis IV aid, as originally intended. It also replaces two of the ER small lasers with ER Medium Lasers for greatly improved combat abilities. The 2N removes the CASE for extra armor, and any goodwill Cosara earned with the enhanced weapons bay was lost after they moved the missile ammunition into the heavily armored legs, raising concerns from MechWarriors that MASC overloads could cause the munitions to explode.[1] BV (2.0) = 1,078[5][4]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Targe has the following Design Quirks:[8]
BattleMech Gallery[edit]
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 1.12 1.13 1.14 Technical Readout: 3085, pp. 72–73: "TRG-1N Targe"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MUL online date for the Targe
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Print Edition, p. 53
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 MUL online data for the Targe TRG-2N variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3085 Unabridged - The Cutting Edge, p. 109
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 MUL online data for the Targe TRG-3M variant
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3145 New Tech, New Upgrades, p. 110
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95: BattleMech Quirk Table - Targe Entry