BattleMech Technical Readout

Type/Model:    Dervish DV-9M
Tech:          Inner Sphere / 3067
Config:        Biped BattleMech
Rules:         Level 2, Standard design

Mass:          55 tons
Chassis:       Dorwinion 55T Standard
Power Plant:   275 Core Tek Light Fusion
Walking Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets:     5 Swingline X-1000 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor Type:    Maximillian 105 Ferro-Fibrous 
Armament:      
  2 ER Medium Lasers
  2 SRM 2s
  2 LRM 10s w/ Artemis IV
Manufacturer:  Achernar BattleMechs
  Location:    New Avalon
Communications System:  Achernar Electronics HID-21
Targeting & Tracking System:  Federated Hunter Mk II

==Overview:==
     Long the plodding workhorse of Successor States ground forces, the Der
has become the focus of a great deal of attention. As the last 'Mech design
to serve the Star League in large numbers, its role on the battlefield is a
poor-man's Archer. With its LRM-10 and SRM-2, it can give quick fire suppor
where needed, freeing larger 'Mechs for other duties. The Dervish's jump je
make up in mobility what it lacks in armor.
     Commissioned in 2520, the Dervish received only one major change over 
years, the replacement of the 270 GM engine with the present-day 275 Core T
to boost its maneuverability. Most Dervishes were made before the dissoluti
of the Star League and so have served in all corners of the universe.

==Capabilities:==
     Though the Dervish is primarily a fire-support 'Mech, it can hold its 
in a physical fight against lighter 'Mechs. Much maligned as a dull fightin
vehicle, the Dervish does possess several noteworthy features.
     The two sets of LRM-10s are deeply embedded in the 'Mech's torso (rath
than exposed as on the Archer or Crusader), which ensures good protection f
the missile systems and controls. The Dervish can carry twelve rounds for e
LRM missile system, which is adequate for all but the most protracted battl
     The small two-shot SRMs are completely self-contained, along with thei
rounds of ammunition, within the 'Mech's paddle-like hands. This placement 
allows the SRM to be aimed quickly without having to move the entire 'Mech.
the event that the pilot does run out of ammo for his missiles, the Dervish
two medium lasers ensure that he will always have something to fight with.
     The jump jets, originally an afterthought, have also proved their wort
time and again, giving the Dervish the mobility to exploit the surrounding 
terrain and the opportunity of closing quickly with an opponent. The jump j
also allow the Dervish pilot a chance to hit the panic button and jump his 
out of a tight situation.
     The Dervish's major drawback is its mediocre armor. It is well-armored
enough to handle the attacks of small to medium weapons, but cannot cope wi
the increasingly lethal weapons found on today's battlefield. There have be
many attempts to upgrade the armor, but they have all compromised the 'Mech
simple design.

==Battle History:==
     With its long history, even this 'dullest' of 'Mechs has had its share
glory and fame. Among these moments, none can compare with the story of the
Whirling Dervishes of New Rhodes. In 2796, the Draconis invasion forces had
made their way deep into the Federated Suns domain. The offensive had come 
quickly that some of the defenders were swept aside to be dealt with later.
was New Avalon, the capital of the Federated Suns, that Lord Kurita was aft
     New Rhodes was one of the planets in Kurita's path toward New Avalon. 
While the Combine forces approached the planet, the officers of the 17th Av
Hussars had to make the difficult decision to send most of the planet's tro
to the defense of New Avalon. Only a small guerrilla force led by Captain 
Conrad Warrent was left behind on New Rhodes.
     Taking to the thick forests surrounding the planet's capital, the 
guerrilla force of Dervishes and Enforcers concealed themselves and waited.
When elements of Kurita's 2nd Sword of Light dropped onto New Rhodes, they 
surprised and angry to discover no armed resistance. In a week-long binge, 
Kurita troops roughed up the population and destroyed the city as a substit
thrill.
     Captain Warrent kept in touch with the city and learned of a huge buil
of lightly guarded arms and ammunition.
     Three days after the Sword of Light's arrival, Captain Warrent and his
slipped from the forest into the large river bordering the airport. Unknown
him, his opponents were at that moment parading their awesome strength befo
the gathered but sullen populace. Just as Captain Warrent's Dervish crested
water, he was immediately spotted and fired upon by a guard.
     Realizing his own plans were now awry, the Captain made a quick decisi
Explaining the odds, he gave each man the chance to save himself by retreat
In reply, all his men punched their jump buttons, setting the river water t
violent churning. Breaking clear of the river, the 'Mechs charged in among 
piles of supplies.
     The Dervishes went wild. Firing salvo after salvo, they aimed at piles
ammunition, choosing to ignore the approaching enemy for the moment. As one
ammunition pile after another blew sky-high, the population sent up a cheer
Time and again, a Dervish would emerge from the flames, fire a group of 
missiles at an enemy 'Mech, then disappear back into the smoke and heat. It
took Kurita's force ten hours to finally track down and kill four Dervishes
two Enforcers.
     What it cost the Sword of Light, however, was the loss of over a thous
tons of ammunition, and thousands of spare parts. Though many believe the 
gallant action might have delayed the invasion of New Avalon, the vast 
resources that Kurita has at his disposal make it unlikely. The one undenia
effect of the attack of Whirling Dervishes, however, was that it boosted mo
on both New Rhodes and on New Avalon, where smuggled tapes of the event wer
broadcast.

==Variants:==
     This variant which is an upgrade of the DV-6M produced in the Lyran 
States. Using a light engine to decrease the reactors weight without the lo
of survivability that an extra-light causes. This weight was dedicated to t
addition of CASE, Artimes IV FCS, and additional armor. 
     In addition to an increase in overall armor tonnage the armor was also
switched out for Ferro-Fiberous armor, adding up to 10 percent more armor 
coverage. The last feature was the addition of Double stregth heat sinks to
allowfor a better heat profile and the replacement of the medium lasers for
there extended range counterpart.

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Type/Model:    Dervish DV-9M
Mass:          55 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  91 pts Standard               0      5.50
Engine:        275 Light                    10     12.00
   Walking MP:   5
   Running MP:   8
   Jumping MP:   5
Heat Sinks:     10 Double [20]               0       .00
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA    R: Sh+UA+LA       14       .00
Armor Factor:  143 pts Ferro-Fibrous        14      8.00
 (Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 3 LA, 3 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT, 1 CT)

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             18         17      
   Center Torso (Rear):                  7      
   L/R Side Torso:           13      17/17      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):              6/6      
   L/R Arm:                   9      15/15      
   L/R Leg:                  13      17/17      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
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1 ER Medium Laser        RA      5           1      1.00
1 SRM 2                  RA      2  100      3      3.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 LA, 1 RA)
1 ER Medium Laser        LA      5           1      1.00
1 SRM 2                  LA      2           1      1.00
1 LRM 10 w/ Artemis IV   RT      4   24      5      8.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 LT, 1 RT)
1 LRM 10 w/ Artemis IV   LT      4           3      6.00
CASE Equipment:          LT     RT           2      1.00
5 Standard Jump Jets:                        5      2.50
 (Jump Jet Loc: 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
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TOTALS:                         22          68     55.00
Crits & Tons Left:                          10       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        9,022,550 C-Bills
Battle Value:      1,252
Cost per BV:       7,206.51
Weapon Value:      944 / 861 (Ratio = .75 / .69)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 15;  MRDmg = 15;  LRDmg = 6
BattleForce2:      MP: 5J,  Armor/Structure: 4/3
                   Damage PB/M/L: 3/3/1,  Overheat: 0
                   Class: MM;  Point Value: 13
                   Specials: if

               BattleMech Technical Readout

Type/Model:    Dervish DV-9Z
Tech:          Inner Sphere / 3025
Config:        Biped BattleMech
Rules:         Level 2, Standard design

Mass:          55 tons
Chassis:       Dorwinion 55T Endo Steel
Power Plant:   275 Core Tek Fusion
Walking Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets:     5 Swingline X-1000 Standard Jump Jets
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor Type:    Maximillian 105 Ferro-Fibrous 
Armament:      
  2 ER Medium Lasers
  2 SRM 2s
  2 LRM 10s w/ Artemis IV
Manufacturer:  Achernar BattleMechs
  Location:    New Avalon
Communications System:  Achernar Electronics HID-21
Targeting & Tracking System:  Federated Hunter Mk II

==Overview:==
   

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Type/Model:    Dervish DV-9Z
Mass:          55 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  91 pts Endo Steel            14      3.00
 (Endo Steel Loc: 3 LA, 3 RA, 4 LT, 4 RT)
Engine:        275                  6     15.50
   Walking MP:   5
   Running MP:   8
   Jumping MP:   5
Heat Sinks:     10 Double [20]               0       .00
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA    R: Sh+UA+LA       14       .00
Armor Factor:  125 pts Ferro-Fibrous        14      7.00
 (Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 3 LA, 3 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT, 1 CT)

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             18         20      
   Center Torso (Rear):                  4      
   L/R Side Torso:           13      15/15      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):              4/4      
   L/R Arm:                   9      12/12      
   L/R Leg:                  13      15/15      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
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1 ER Medium Laser        RA      5           1      1.00
1 SRM 2                  RA      2  100      3      3.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 LA, 1 RA)
1 ER Medium Laser        LA      5           1      1.00
1 SRM 2                  LA      2           1      1.00
1 LRM 10 w/ Artemis IV   RT      4   24      5      8.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 LT, 1 RT)
1 LRM 10 w/ Artemis IV   LT      4           3      6.00
CASE Equipment:          LT     RT           2      1.00
5 Standard Jump Jets:                        5      2.50
 (Jump Jet Loc: 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
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TOTALS:                         22          78     55.00
Crits & Tons Left:                           0       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        5,968,016 C-Bills
Battle Value:      1,249
Cost per BV:       4,778.24
Weapon Value:      854 / 778 (Ratio = .68 / .62)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 15;  MRDmg = 15;  LRDmg = 6
BattleForce2:      MP: 5J,  Armor/Structure: 3/5
                   Damage PB/M/L: 3/3/1,  Overheat: 0
                   Class: MM;  Point Value: 13
                   Specials: if