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|manufacturer=[[Curtiss Militech]] | |manufacturer=[[Curtiss Militech]] | ||
| − | [[Hellespont Industrials]] <ref> ''Field | + | [[Hellespont Industrials]]<ref>''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 29 - "Sian Commonality"</ref> |
|model=TR1 | |model=TR1 | ||
|production year=3055 | |production year=3055 | ||
| − | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3588/ MUL online date for the '' | + | |year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/3588/ MUL online date for the ''Wraith'']''</ref> |
|cost = 13,225,323 C-bills | |cost = 13,225,323 C-bills | ||
|Tech Base=Inner Sphere | |Tech Base=Inner Sphere | ||
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*2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s | *2x [[Medium Pulse Laser]]s | ||
|BV (1.0)=1,089 | |BV (1.0)=1,089 | ||
| − | |BV (2.0)=1,287<ref name=TRO3055U>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', | + | |BV (2.0)=1,287<ref name=TRO3055U>''Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade'', p. 46-47 - "Wraith 'Mech Profile"</ref> |
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | The '''''Wraith''''' marked [[Curtiss Militech]]'s entry into [[BattleMech]] production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The ''Wraith'' is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 [[XL Engine]] that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 [[jump jet]]s which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the ''Wraith'' to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the ''Wraith'' a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight. <ref name=TRO3055U/> <ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', | + | The '''''Wraith''''' marked [[Curtiss Militech]]'s entry into [[BattleMech]] production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The ''Wraith'' is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 [[XL Engine]] that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 [[jump jet]]s which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the ''Wraith'' to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the ''Wraith'' a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight.<ref name=TRO3055U/><ref name=TRO3055>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 50-51 - "Wraith 'Mech Profile"</ref> Following the the destruction of its sole factory, [[Curtiss Hydroponics]] announced its withdrawal from the military market altogether and the sale of its Curtiss Militech assets. By [[3085]], [[Hellespont Industrials]] have expressed interest in the ''Wraith''; and by [[3145]] Production had been ongoing at one of Hellespont Industrials locations in the Sian Commonality for Capellan use.<ref> ''Field Manual: 3145'', p. 29 - "Sian Commonality"</ref><ref>''Field Manual: 3085'', p. 22 - "Sian Commonality"</ref> |
==Weapons and Equipment== | ==Weapons and Equipment== | ||
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*;TR3 : A modification of the ''Wraith'' made by the [[Word of Blake]], the TR3 replaces the two Medium Pulse Lasers with two [[ER Medium Laser]]s while one of the [[jump jet]]s is removed to make room for an [[improved C3 computer]], making the ''Wraith'' an incredibly powerful point 'Mech for units equipped with [[C3i]] equipment. BV (1.0)= 1,111, BV (2.0)=1,310<ref name=MUL170/> | *;TR3 : A modification of the ''Wraith'' made by the [[Word of Blake]], the TR3 replaces the two Medium Pulse Lasers with two [[ER Medium Laser]]s while one of the [[jump jet]]s is removed to make room for an [[improved C3 computer]], making the ''Wraith'' an incredibly powerful point 'Mech for units equipped with [[C3i]] equipment. BV (1.0)= 1,111, BV (2.0)=1,310<ref name=MUL170/> | ||
| − | ===Custom | + | ===Custom variants=== |
*;TR2-X ''Wraith Alexander'' : Developed under the guidance of Angelique Claw for [[Zellbrigen Stables]], the ''Wraith Alexander'' combines [[Experimental Technology]] from the [[Clans]] and [[Inner Sphere]] to create a unique 'Mech. The use of a Clan-made XL Engine keeps the speed high, and allows for the installation of more equipment. The jump jets, Endo Steel structure, and [[Snub-Nose PPC]] are of Inner Sphere manufacture, but the two ER Medium Lasers, [[Ferro-Fibrous Armor]], and twin [[Partial Wing]]s were built by the Clans. The partial wings increase the ''Wraith's'' jump range to 270 meters. BV (2.0) = 1816<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators'', p. 4</ref> | *;TR2-X ''Wraith Alexander'' : Developed under the guidance of Angelique Claw for [[Zellbrigen Stables]], the ''Wraith Alexander'' combines [[Experimental Technology]] from the [[Clans]] and [[Inner Sphere]] to create a unique 'Mech. The use of a Clan-made XL Engine keeps the speed high, and allows for the installation of more equipment. The jump jets, Endo Steel structure, and [[Snub-Nose PPC]] are of Inner Sphere manufacture, but the two ER Medium Lasers, [[Ferro-Fibrous Armor]], and twin [[Partial Wing]]s were built by the Clans. The partial wings increase the ''Wraith's'' jump range to 270 meters. BV (2.0) = 1816<ref>''Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators'', p. 4</ref> | ||
| − | *; TR2-P ''Wraith Pocahontas'' : Debuted in [[3141]] on the [[Tennessee Valley]] Arena and piloted by [[Ira Kuhn-Bedard]], the variant keeps the best features of this hundred-year-old machine and make it even better. With [[Clan]] [[Ferro-Lamellor Armor]] improving its resistance to nearly all forms of damage and combined with a Clan-spec [[XL Engine]] model instead of the original [[Inner Sphere]] one to improve endurance. [[MASC]] boosting its land speed, and four Clan [[ER Medium Lasers]] replacing all the original weaponry. A [[ | + | *; TR2-P ''Wraith Pocahontas'' : Debuted in [[3141]] on the [[Tennessee Valley]] Arena and piloted by [[Ira Kuhn-Bedard]], the variant keeps the best features of this hundred-year-old machine and make it even better. With [[Clan]] [[Ferro-Lamellor Armor]] improving its resistance to nearly all forms of damage and combined with a Clan-spec [[XL Engine]] model instead of the original [[Inner Sphere]] one to improve endurance. [[MASC]] boosting its land speed, and four Clan [[ER Medium Lasers]] replacing all the original weaponry. A [[hatchet]] has been fitted to make it more appealing to the viewers of the [[Solaris Games]]. BV2 = 2,051.<ref name="Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy">''Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy'', p. 18 - "TR2-P Wraith ''Pocahontas''"</ref> |
== Design Quirks == | == Design Quirks == | ||
| − | The ''Wraith'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>[[BattleMech Manual]], p. 95 Design Quirk Table - Wraith Entry | + | The ''Wraith'' has the following [[Design Quirks]]:<ref>''[[BattleMech Manual]]'', p. 95 - Design Quirk Table - Wraith Entry</ref> |
* [[Ubiquitous]] | * [[Ubiquitous]] | ||
* [[Difficult To Maintain]] | * [[Difficult To Maintain]] | ||
==Notable Pilots== | ==Notable Pilots== | ||
| − | + | One notable ''Wraith'' pilot was [[Aris Sung]] from [[Warrior House Hiritsu|House Hiritsu]], who used the agility of his machine to great effect during the [[Capellan-St. Ives War]]. <ref>The Capellan Solution (series)</ref> | |
==Notes== | ==Notes== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
| − | Image:CCG Mechwarrior Wraith.jpg|''TR1 Wraith'' | + | Image:CCG Mechwarrior Wraith.jpg|''TR1 Wraith'' |
| − | Image:XTRO Wraith.jpg|''TR2-X Wraith'' | + | Image:XTRO Wraith.jpg|''TR2-X Wraith Alexander'' |
| − | File:TR-Wraith.png|Technical Readout: 3055 | + | File:TR-Wraith.png|From ''Technical Readout: 3055'' |
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
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<references/> | <references/> | ||
| − | == | + | ==Bibliography== |
| − | *''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' | + | * ''[[BattleMech Manual]]'' |
| − | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators]]'' | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators]]'' |
| − | *''[[Field Manual: 3145]]'' | + | * ''[[Field Manual: 3145]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List]]'' |
| − | *''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' | + | * ''[[Master Unit List: Battle Values]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055/3058]]'' |
| − | *''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055]]'' |
| − | *''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' | + | * ''[[Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade]]'' |
| − | * | + | * [[The Capellan Solution (series)|The Capellan Solution]] (series) |
| − | *''[[The Killing Fields]]'' | + | * ''[[The Killing Fields]]'' (novel) |
| − | *''[[Threads of Ambition]]'' | + | * ''[[Threads of Ambition]]'' (novel) |
| − | *''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]'' | + | * ''[[Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy]]'' |
Revision as of 23:55, 30 May 2020
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| Wraith | |
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Curtiss Militech |
| Production Year | 3055[2] |
| Model | TR1 |
| Class | Medium |
| Cost | 13,225,323 C-bills |
| Technical specifications | |
| 'Mech type | Inner Sphere BattleMech |
| Mass | 55 tons |
| Chassis | Curtiss Wraith Endo Steel |
| Armor | Kallon FWL Special Ferro-Fibrous |
| Engine | LTV 385 XL |
| Communications System | CurtissComm Mk I |
| Targeting Tracking System | Dynatec 2780 |
| Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
| Speed | 118.8 km/h |
| Jump Jets | CurtissJet 55 |
| Armament | |
| BV (1.0) | 1,089 |
| BV (2.0) | 1,287[3] |
Contents
Description
The Wraith marked Curtiss Militech's entry into BattleMech production. When the design was announced, many felt that the design would be little more than a walking water cooler. What the critics got was a shock. The Wraith is a 'Mech that, when properly employed, can wreak havoc on an enemy with its astounding speed and maneuverability. It is built around a massive LTV 385 XL Engine that allows it to reach speeds of just under 119 kph. The 'Mech is also fitted with seven CurtissJet 55 jump jets which allow it to jump up to two hundred and ten meters, giving it the ability to outmaneuver most BattleMechs in existence, and also allowing the Wraith to quickly traverse any rough terrain. The 'Mech's speed, firepower, and decent armor make the Wraith a considerable threat to many 'Mechs - some being almost twice its weight.[3][4] Following the the destruction of its sole factory, Curtiss Hydroponics announced its withdrawal from the military market altogether and the sale of its Curtiss Militech assets. By 3085, Hellespont Industrials have expressed interest in the Wraith; and by 3145 Production had been ongoing at one of Hellespont Industrials locations in the Sian Commonality for Capellan use.[5][6]
Weapons and Equipment
The Wraith has a simple, yet effective, weapons payload. The 'Mech is armed with a Tronel XIII Large Pulse Laser that provides the majority of its firepower. Backing this up is a pair of Tronel XII Medium Pulse Lasers that provide firepower for close-in work. This pulse laser weaponry allows the 'Mech to negate most of the side effects on accuracy that are introduced by the Wraith's heavy use of jump jets, making it incredibly accurate and powerful for such a lightly armed 'Mech.[4][3]
Variants
- TR3
- A modification of the Wraith made by the Word of Blake, the TR3 replaces the two Medium Pulse Lasers with two ER Medium Lasers while one of the jump jets is removed to make room for an improved C3 computer, making the Wraith an incredibly powerful point 'Mech for units equipped with C3i equipment. BV (1.0)= 1,111, BV (2.0)=1,310[7]
Custom variants
- TR2-X Wraith Alexander
- Developed under the guidance of Angelique Claw for Zellbrigen Stables, the Wraith Alexander combines Experimental Technology from the Clans and Inner Sphere to create a unique 'Mech. The use of a Clan-made XL Engine keeps the speed high, and allows for the installation of more equipment. The jump jets, Endo Steel structure, and Snub-Nose PPC are of Inner Sphere manufacture, but the two ER Medium Lasers, Ferro-Fibrous Armor, and twin Partial Wings were built by the Clans. The partial wings increase the Wraith's jump range to 270 meters. BV (2.0) = 1816[8]
- TR2-P Wraith Pocahontas
- Debuted in 3141 on the Tennessee Valley Arena and piloted by Ira Kuhn-Bedard, the variant keeps the best features of this hundred-year-old machine and make it even better. With Clan Ferro-Lamellor Armor improving its resistance to nearly all forms of damage and combined with a Clan-spec XL Engine model instead of the original Inner Sphere one to improve endurance. MASC boosting its land speed, and four Clan ER Medium Lasers replacing all the original weaponry. A hatchet has been fitted to make it more appealing to the viewers of the Solaris Games. BV2 = 2,051.[9]
Design Quirks
The Wraith has the following Design Quirks:[10]
Notable Pilots
One notable Wraith pilot was Aris Sung from House Hiritsu, who used the agility of his machine to great effect during the Capellan-St. Ives War. [11]
Notes
In German products the unit's proper name was perfectly translated to Spuk. The model code was accordingly changed to SP1.
Gallery
TR1 Wraith
TR2-X Wraith Alexander
From Technical Readout: 3055
References
- ↑ Field Manual: 3145, p. 29 - "Sian Commonality"
- ↑ MUL online date for the Wraith
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade, p. 46-47 - "Wraith 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Technical Readout: 3055, p. 50-51 - "Wraith 'Mech Profile"
- ↑ Field Manual: 3145, p. 29 - "Sian Commonality"
- ↑ Field Manual: 3085, p. 22 - "Sian Commonality"
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Master Unit List: Battle Values, p. 170
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators, p. 4
- ↑ Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy, p. 18 - "TR2-P Wraith Pocahontas"
- ↑ BattleMech Manual, p. 95 - Design Quirk Table - Wraith Entry
- ↑ The Capellan Solution (series)
Bibliography
- BattleMech Manual
- Experimental Technical Readout: Gladiators
- Field Manual: 3145
- Master Unit List
- Master Unit List: Battle Values
- Record Sheets: 3055/3058
- Record Sheets: 3055 Upgrade
- Technical Readout: 3055
- Technical Readout: 3055 Upgrade
- The Capellan Solution (series)
- The Killing Fields (novel)
- Threads of Ambition (novel)
- Experimental Technical Readout: Royal Fantasy