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==Variants== | ==Variants== | ||
| − | * WTH-0 | + | *;WTH-0 : This version of the ''Whitworth'' was made exclusively for the Amaris Dragoons. Apparently intended to be a short-range combat specialist, this version carries two [[SRM-6]] racks in place of the LRM-10 launchers, and replaces the left arm laser with a [[Flamer]]. Fourteen heat sinks are installed to dissipate the heat. BV (2.0) = 863<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged'', p. 189</ref> |
| − | * WTH-1H | + | *;WTH-1H : The 1H variant is a [[Periphery]] modification of the 1S variant. In place of one of the LRM launchers, the 1H variant carries eight [[Rocket Launcher 10]]s, providing devastating short range striking power. This variant proved popular with the [[Taurian Concordat]] and [[Outworlds Alliance]]. BV (1.0) = 951, BV (2.0) = 993<ref name=MUL168>''Master Unit List: Battle Values'', p. 168</ref> |
| − | * WTH-1S | + | *;WTH-1S : The 1S variant of the ''Whitworth'' is the original production model made available to Star League armies. The two LRM-10 missile launchers have been replaced with two [[SRM-6]] launchers and four additional [[heat sink]]s, allowing the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] better heat management capabilities. BV (1.0) = 753, BV (2.0) = 917<ref>''Record Sheets: 3039'', p. 109</ref> |
| − | * WTH-2 | + | *;WTH-2 : The WTH-2 ''Whitworth'' is a very basic upgrade of the original design. Two Medium Lasers have been removed from the 'Mech and replaced with [[Artemis IV]] fire control system for the LRM-10 launchers making it deadlier at long ranges in exchange for short range defense capabilities. BV (1.0) = 784, BV (2.0) = 936<ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 45</ref> |
| − | * WTH-2A | + | *;WTH-2A : This variant of the ''Whitworth'' upgrades the WTH-1S ''Whitworth''. The chassis has been redesigned to use [[Endo Steel]] construction techniques and one of the Medium Lasers have been downgraded to a [[Small Laser]]. The SRM-6s were removed and the fourteen single [[heat sink]]s were upgraded to ten [[double heat sink]]s. The saved weight was used to add four [[Streak SRM-4]] launchers, a [[C3 Slave Unit]], and [[CASE]] to protect the 'Mech from ammunition explosions. BV (1.0) = 1,037<ref>''Record Sheets: Upgrades'', p. 71</ref>, BV (2.0) = 1,055<ref name=MUL168/> |
| − | * WTH-3 | + | *;WTH-3 : A variant produced with an eye towards making every machine combat-ready in the fires of the [[Jihad]], the WTH-3 is mostly used with [[Capellan March]] forces. Also utilizing an Endo Steel chassis, the -3 mounts four [[LRM-5]]s and a C3 Slave. Four tons of ammunition allow it to utilize a variety of specialty munitions. The weight savings went into upgrading the jump jets to [[Improved Jump Jets]] that allow the -3 to leap up to 180 meters at a time. BV (2.0) = 861<ref name=MUL168/> |
| − | * WTH-K | + | *;WTH-K : [[Whitworth Specialty Manufacturing]] is responsible for upgrading the -1 ''Whitworths'' owned by the [[Draconis Combine]]. The -K variant also utilizes Endo Steel and ten single [[heat sink]]s, though it mounts two [[MML-7]]s, while two ammo bins allow for some flexibility. The use of MMLs allows the [[MechWarrior (pilot)|MechWarrior]] to focus on either ranged support of close-quarters combat. Paired [[ER Medium Laser]]s provide close up defense while taxing heat dissipation capabilities. The inclusion of a C3 Slave allows the -K to share targeting telemetry. Five Improved Jump Jets enable the -K to jump up to 150 meters. BV (2.0) = 958<ref name=MUL168/> |
===Custom Variants=== | ===Custom Variants=== | ||
| − | * WTH-5S | + | *;WTH-5S : This is an [[Experimental Technology|Experimental]] variant based the old WTH-2 chassis. Created by the [[Spillman Provincial Refit Facility]] of [[Acrux]] in [[3074]], a lance of these 'Mechs were being evaluating by the [[Kaumberg Archonette]] in combat in heavily forested areas. The 'Mech uses a [[Composite Internal Structure]], which is used to house a [[Supercharger|Supercharged]] 160 Rated Extra Light Fusion Engine. The 'Mech sports two Streak SRM 6 launchers, one per torso with [[CASE II]] to protect the 'Mech from each ton of ammo. The 'Mech's original Medium lasers are swapped out for pair of experimental [[Medium X-Pulse Laser|Medium X-Pulse Lasers]]. The Laser's accuracy is improved with inclusion of an [[Actuator Enhancement System]] in each arm. The 'Mech is protected by eight tons of standard armor and a [[Guardian ECM Suite]]. BV (2.0) = 1,320<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks'', pp. 3 & 16 - Experimental Whitworth from XTRO:Boondocks.</ref> |
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
Revision as of 17:45, 14 October 2013
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| Whitworth | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Whitworth Company[1], Whitworth Specialty Manufacturing, Spillman Provincial Refit Facility |
| Production Year | 2610[2][1] |
| Model | WTH-1 |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 2,912,933 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 40[1] tons[[Category:40[1] ton BattleMechs]] |
| Chassis | Whitworth Type I[1] |
| Armor | Durallex Light[1] |
| Engine | LTV 160[1] |
| Communications System | Garret T14[1] |
| Targeting Tracking System | Garret D2j[1] |
| Heat Sinks | 10[1] |
| Speed | 64.8[1] km/h |
| Jump Jets | Whitworth Jetlift[1] |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 771 |
| BV (2.0) | 982[1] |
Contents
Description
The Whitworth is something of an ugly duckling. It was originally produced in 2610 as a BattleMech that was meant to fill the weight gap between the lighter Wasp and the heavier Phoenix Hawk 'Mechs. The Whitworth, though, is slower than either of these designs by over 30 km/h. The Whitworth, however, has found a role that fits its long range weapons profile. With a top speed of only 64.8 km/h, the 'Mech's mobility is augmented with four Whitworth Jetlift jump jets. This extra mobility allows the Whitworth to gain the advantage of high ground against its enemies and rain down damage using its LRMs.[1]
Armament
The Whitworth carries as its primary weapons two Longbow LRM-10 launchers. These missile launchers allow the Whitworth to strike an enemy at long ranges with a moderate amount of missiles. While against heavier units it is somewhat effective, when used to provide LRM support to a recon lance, the Whitworth's LRMs can deter pursuit by other light units. For secondary weapons, the Whitworth has three Intek Medium Lasers that allow it to effectively defend itself from units of the same weight class and lighter at short ranges.[1][3]
Variants
- WTH-0
- This version of the Whitworth was made exclusively for the Amaris Dragoons. Apparently intended to be a short-range combat specialist, this version carries two SRM-6 racks in place of the LRM-10 launchers, and replaces the left arm laser with a Flamer. Fourteen heat sinks are installed to dissipate the heat. BV (2.0) = 863[4]
- WTH-1H
- The 1H variant is a Periphery modification of the 1S variant. In place of one of the LRM launchers, the 1H variant carries eight Rocket Launcher 10s, providing devastating short range striking power. This variant proved popular with the Taurian Concordat and Outworlds Alliance. BV (1.0) = 951, BV (2.0) = 993[5]
- WTH-1S
- The 1S variant of the Whitworth is the original production model made available to Star League armies. The two LRM-10 missile launchers have been replaced with two SRM-6 launchers and four additional heat sinks, allowing the MechWarrior better heat management capabilities. BV (1.0) = 753, BV (2.0) = 917[6]
- WTH-2
- The WTH-2 Whitworth is a very basic upgrade of the original design. Two Medium Lasers have been removed from the 'Mech and replaced with Artemis IV fire control system for the LRM-10 launchers making it deadlier at long ranges in exchange for short range defense capabilities. BV (1.0) = 784, BV (2.0) = 936[7]
- WTH-2A
- This variant of the Whitworth upgrades the WTH-1S Whitworth. The chassis has been redesigned to use Endo Steel construction techniques and one of the Medium Lasers have been downgraded to a Small Laser. The SRM-6s were removed and the fourteen single heat sinks were upgraded to ten double heat sinks. The saved weight was used to add four Streak SRM-4 launchers, a C3 Slave Unit, and CASE to protect the 'Mech from ammunition explosions. BV (1.0) = 1,037[8], BV (2.0) = 1,055[5]
- WTH-3
- A variant produced with an eye towards making every machine combat-ready in the fires of the Jihad, the WTH-3 is mostly used with Capellan March forces. Also utilizing an Endo Steel chassis, the -3 mounts four LRM-5s and a C3 Slave. Four tons of ammunition allow it to utilize a variety of specialty munitions. The weight savings went into upgrading the jump jets to Improved Jump Jets that allow the -3 to leap up to 180 meters at a time. BV (2.0) = 861[5]
- WTH-K
- Whitworth Specialty Manufacturing is responsible for upgrading the -1 Whitworths owned by the Draconis Combine. The -K variant also utilizes Endo Steel and ten single heat sinks, though it mounts two MML-7s, while two ammo bins allow for some flexibility. The use of MMLs allows the MechWarrior to focus on either ranged support of close-quarters combat. Paired ER Medium Lasers provide close up defense while taxing heat dissipation capabilities. The inclusion of a C3 Slave allows the -K to share targeting telemetry. Five Improved Jump Jets enable the -K to jump up to 150 meters. BV (2.0) = 958[5]
Custom Variants
- WTH-5S
- This is an Experimental variant based the old WTH-2 chassis. Created by the Spillman Provincial Refit Facility of Acrux in 3074, a lance of these 'Mechs were being evaluating by the Kaumberg Archonette in combat in heavily forested areas. The 'Mech uses a Composite Internal Structure, which is used to house a Supercharged 160 Rated Extra Light Fusion Engine. The 'Mech sports two Streak SRM 6 launchers, one per torso with CASE II to protect the 'Mech from each ton of ammo. The 'Mech's original Medium lasers are swapped out for pair of experimental Medium X-Pulse Lasers. The Laser's accuracy is improved with inclusion of an Actuator Enhancement System in each arm. The 'Mech is protected by eight tons of standard armor and a Guardian ECM Suite. BV (2.0) = 1,320[9]
Gallery
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WTH-1 Whitworth
WTH-2 Whitworth
Experimental WTH-5S Whitworth
References
- ↑ 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 1.15 Technical Readout: 3039, pp. 126-127
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3025, p. 44
- ↑ Introductory Record Sheets, p. 10
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged, p. 189
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 168
- ↑ Record Sheets: 3039, p. 109
- ↑ Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade, p. 45
- ↑ Record Sheets: Upgrades, p. 71
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks, pp. 3 & 16 - Experimental Whitworth from XTRO:Boondocks.
Bibliography
- Experimental Technical Readout: Boondocks
- Introductory Record Sheets
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3039
- Record Sheets: 3050 Upgrade (Inner Sphere)
- Record Sheets: Upgrades
- Record Sheets: 3039 Unabridged
- Technical Readout: 3025
- Technical Readout: 3025 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3039
- Technical Readout: 3050
- Technical Readout: 3050 Revised
- Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade