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| − | The ''Thunder Hawk'' rumbles through the battlefield at a maximum speed of 54 km/h. Despite the low speed, the ''Thunder Hawk'' is powered by a light weight Vlar 300 [[XL engine]] that weighs half as much as a standard [[fusion engine]] and allows the 'Mech to carry a heavier than normal weapons payload. The 'Mech is protected by nineteen and a half tons of armor, giving it | + | The ''Thunder Hawk'' rumbles through the battlefield at a maximum speed of 54 km/h. Despite the low speed, the ''Thunder Hawk'' is powered by a light weight Vlar 300 [[XL engine]] that weighs half as much as a standard [[fusion engine]] and allows the 'Mech to carry a heavier than normal weapons payload. The 'Mech is protected by nineteen and a half tons of armor, giving it more armor than the venerable ''[[Atlas (BattleMech)|Atlas]]''. Additionally, because the ''Thunder Hawk'' has very little heat buildup from its weapons, it carries only ten [[heat sink]]s. |
The ''Thunder Hawk'' is armed to engage an enemy at stand-off ranges when facing any opposition. The weapons that enable the ''Thunder Hawk'' to achieve this are a trio of Norse-Storm Model 7D [[Gauss rifle]]s that, when combined, can destroy (or at least disable) most lighter 'Mechs in only a few short salvos. To defend itself either when an enemy closes to short range or if the Gauss Rifles run out of ammunition, the ''Thunder Hawk'' has an impressive array of four [[Defiance B3M]] medium lasers. | The ''Thunder Hawk'' is armed to engage an enemy at stand-off ranges when facing any opposition. The weapons that enable the ''Thunder Hawk'' to achieve this are a trio of Norse-Storm Model 7D [[Gauss rifle]]s that, when combined, can destroy (or at least disable) most lighter 'Mechs in only a few short salvos. To defend itself either when an enemy closes to short range or if the Gauss Rifles run out of ammunition, the ''Thunder Hawk'' has an impressive array of four [[Defiance B3M]] medium lasers. | ||
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*; TDK-7Y : A simple upgrade of the ''Thunder Hawk'', the 7Y removes the four medium lasers and replaces them with two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. This increases the accuracy of the close range firepower while sacrificing some of the sheer brute force that the 'Mech can use at short ranges. This helps when facing much lighter and more maneuverable enemies.<ref name=TRSWp190f /> BV (1.0) = 2,037,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 360</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,489<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 278</ref> | *; TDK-7Y : A simple upgrade of the ''Thunder Hawk'', the 7Y removes the four medium lasers and replaces them with two [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s. This increases the accuracy of the close range firepower while sacrificing some of the sheer brute force that the 'Mech can use at short ranges. This helps when facing much lighter and more maneuverable enemies.<ref name=TRSWp190f /> BV (1.0) = 2,037,<ref name=CO/><ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades'', p. 360</ref> BV (2.0) = 2,489<ref>''Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)'', p. 278</ref> | ||
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| + | *; TDK-7Z : While many [[Dark Age]] variants of classic 'Mechs utilize powerful Clan technologies, [[Norse-Storm BattleMechs]] instead chose to employ unique (and cheaper) Inner Sphere technology, outfitting the ''Thunder Hawk'' TDK-7Z with three powerful [[Thunderbolt 20]] missile launchers and 10 tons of ammunition. Four [[ER medium laser| ER medium lasers]] provide backup firepower. However, the [[XL engine]], [[composite structure]], and lack of [[CASE]] make the newest ''Thunder Hawk'' somewhat vulnerable for its size. BV (2.0) = 2,419<ref>''Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33'', p. 51</ref> | ||
==Design Quirks== | ==Design Quirks== | ||
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* ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | * ''[[Combat Operations]]'' | ||
* ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' | ||
| + | * ''[[Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | ||
* ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League)]]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 20:14, 29 April 2024
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| Thunder Hawk | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Norse-Storm BattleMechs Inc.[1] |
| Production Year | 2771 |
| Model | TDK-7X[1] |
| Class | Assault |
| Cost | 22,162,000 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 100 tons |
| Chassis | Norse Heavy XTI-4C |
| Armor | ArcShield Heavy Type K |
| Engine | Vlar 300 XL |
| Communications System | Tek BattleCom |
| Targeting Tracking System | DLK Type Phased Array Sensor System |
| Heat Sinks | 10 single |
| Speed | 54 km/h |
| Armament |
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| BV (1.0) | 1,967[2][3] |
| BV (2.0) | 2,577[1][4] |
Contents
Description[edit]
The Thunder Hawk was built by Norse-Storm BattleMechs in 2771, during the final six years of the SLDF's drive to retake the Terran Hegemony. The Thunder Hawk epitomizes the doctrine of firepower over maneuverability with its heavy weapons arsenal and low top speed. Taken out of production after the end of the Amaris Civil War, Thunder Hawk production began again during the mid-3050s.[5][6]
Weapons and Equipment[edit]
The Thunder Hawk rumbles through the battlefield at a maximum speed of 54 km/h. Despite the low speed, the Thunder Hawk is powered by a light weight Vlar 300 XL engine that weighs half as much as a standard fusion engine and allows the 'Mech to carry a heavier than normal weapons payload. The 'Mech is protected by nineteen and a half tons of armor, giving it more armor than the venerable Atlas. Additionally, because the Thunder Hawk has very little heat buildup from its weapons, it carries only ten heat sinks.
The Thunder Hawk is armed to engage an enemy at stand-off ranges when facing any opposition. The weapons that enable the Thunder Hawk to achieve this are a trio of Norse-Storm Model 7D Gauss rifles that, when combined, can destroy (or at least disable) most lighter 'Mechs in only a few short salvos. To defend itself either when an enemy closes to short range or if the Gauss Rifles run out of ammunition, the Thunder Hawk has an impressive array of four Defiance B3M medium lasers.
Variants[edit]
- TDK-7KMA
- The 7KMA is a major modification of the Thunder Hawk that allows the 'Mech to act as an ArtilleryMech and a bodyguard unit for artillery units at the same time. This is done by removing one of the Gauss Rifles and replacing it with an Arrow IV artillery missile launcher. In addition, the 'Mech has had its heat sinks upgraded to double heat sinks.[1] BV (1.0) = 1,894,[2][7] BV (2.0) = 2,449[8]
- TDK-7S
- This variant of the 7X uses the less fragile Light Fusion Engine by sacrificing two medium lasers, two tons of Gauss ammo and one ton of standard armor.[1] BV (1.0) = 2,106,[9] BV (2.0) = 2,440[10]
- TDK-7Y
- A simple upgrade of the Thunder Hawk, the 7Y removes the four medium lasers and replaces them with two Medium Pulse Lasers. This increases the accuracy of the close range firepower while sacrificing some of the sheer brute force that the 'Mech can use at short ranges. This helps when facing much lighter and more maneuverable enemies.[1] BV (1.0) = 2,037,[2][11] BV (2.0) = 2,489[12]
- TDK-7Z
- While many Dark Age variants of classic 'Mechs utilize powerful Clan technologies, Norse-Storm BattleMechs instead chose to employ unique (and cheaper) Inner Sphere technology, outfitting the Thunder Hawk TDK-7Z with three powerful Thunderbolt 20 missile launchers and 10 tons of ammunition. Four ER medium lasers provide backup firepower. However, the XL engine, composite structure, and lack of CASE make the newest Thunder Hawk somewhat vulnerable for its size. BV (2.0) = 2,419[13]
Design Quirks[edit]
The Thunder Hawk has the following Design Quirks:[14]
Notable Pilots[edit]
- Adam Steiner piloted a Thunder Hawk during the FedCom Civil War.[15]
Notes[edit]
- In German products, the unit's proper name was translated to Sturmfalke, which means Storm Hawk. The model code was accordingly changed to STR-3M.
Gallery[edit]
Original Thunder Hawk from TRO:3058
Thunder Hawk from RG:iClan vol. 33
TDK-7X Thunder Hawk in motion from CCG
A Thunder Hawk in colors of Royal Guards from Field Manual: Lyran Alliance
References[edit]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Technical Readout: Succession Wars, pp. 190–191: "TDK-7X Thunder Hawk"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Combat Operations, p. 132
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 359
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 275
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058, p. 152
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3058 Upgrade, p. 230
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 357
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 276
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 358
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 277
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Upgrades, p. 360
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3058 Unabridged (Clan & Star League), p. 278
- ↑ Recognition Guide: ilClan, vol. 33, p. 51
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95: BattleMech Quirk Table - Thunder Hawk Entry
- ↑ Storms of Fate