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Nightward
Clan Wolf
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 Posted: 23-Sep-2003 06:36 Post subject: ALM-X Fireball |
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Type: ALM-X Fireball
Technology Base: Inner Sphere, House Davion 3060
Mass: 20 Tons
Chassis: Corean Model 334AA Endo Steel
Power Plant: Dav 220 XL
Cruising Speed: 118.8 kph
Maximum Speed: 183.6 kph (237.6 with MASC engaged)
Armour: Daystar 12 Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
3 Diverse Optics Type 428 ER Medium Lasers
Communications System: Lynx-Shur
Targeting and Tracking System: Corean B-Tech
Primary Manufacturer: Corean Enterprises
Primary Factory: New Avalon
OVERVIEW
The Fireball, primarily intended to function as an anti-Elemental 'Mech, was found to have several design flaws, not the least of which the fact that none of its weapons could hurt an Elemental. Several variants equipped with Laser weapons were trialed, but these designs were hampered by the fact that the 'Mech had to close in to use them. This, more than anything else, was a major concern for pilots of the little 'Mech-in order to engage Elementals, they had to enter the range of the Elemental’s SRM pack to use its own Streak launcher, and in order to use the Machine Gun, they had to move close enough for the Elementals to use their own Small Lasers, Flamers, or Machine Guns. Ultimately, the Fireball was shifted from its primary purpose-Elemental hunting- to a recon role, where it could use its speed to best advantage. Unfortunately, the 'Mech’s reliance on ballistic weapons limited its usefulness on such missions, and the Fireball began to be assigned to garrison units away from the Clan lines. We at Corean Enterprises are not impressed with this, and are offering a new variant of the Fireball, equipped with new technologies, that will allow the 'Mech to return to its Elemental-hunting duties.
CAPABILITIES
As outlined above, the Fireball needed better-ranged weapons in order to effectively engage Elementals. Designers decided to use three ER Medium Lasers. Although all three must strike a single Elemental to kill it, these weapons have the ability to strike at Elementals from a range at which Elementals have no reply. In order to dissipate the tremendous heat ER weapons produce, we installed Double Heat Sinks.
The team also added MASC to the 'Mech, making it the fastest BattleMech ever deployed and allowing it to chase down Clan Dashers if the need arises.
Finally, we replaced the 'Mech’s standard armour plating with Ferro-Fibrous compounds. This allows the 'Mech to take more damage than its predecessor to survive. It should be noted, however, that the Fireball’s best protection is its blinding speed.
VARIANTS
We are prepared to offer a ‘Recon-Only’ package for the Fireball, designated the ALM-EW. This model removes the MASC, but adds an Active Probe, TAG Designator, and ECM Suite in lieu of weapons. It also uses only Standard Heat Sinks. Since it is totally unarmed, this 'Mech is best used on lightning passes across enemy positions, gathering data and then fleeing before detected.
DEPLOYMENT
These upgrade packages are ready to be shipped now. All Fireballs produced on New Avalon meet ALM-X specifications.
COST ANALYSIS
The basic ALM-X model costs 3,670,240 C-Bills, almost 600,000 more than the ALM-7D. This additional cost is directly attributable to the use of high-technology MASC, Ferro-Fibrous, and ER Lasers. However, this variant is much more combat-ready than the 7D. The ALM-EW model costs a comparable 3,586,240 C-Bills, but it must be noted that no current design possesses the speed and electronic warfare capabilities of this model.
BVs
ALM-X: 780
ALM-EW: 381
MY BLURB
Ugh. The original Fireball was a mess. Who ever decided that Streak SRMs and Machine Guns “seemed well-suited to opposing Elementals” should be taken out and shot. The name, it seems, was sadly prophetic. The ALM-X model does almost 3 times as much damage, is more heavily armoured, and moves 25% faster. Were I unlucky enough to be assigned to a Fireball, I would pray that they gave me the ALM-X. The EW model was just built for fluff purposes. However, a dedicated Scout 'Mech is an intriguing prospect.
MASS BREAKDOWNS
Engine: 5
Gyro; 3
Cockpit: 3
Endo Steel: 1
Ferro-Fibrous: 4
MASC: 1
3 ER Medium Lasers: 3
(The EW model removes the MASC and Medium Lasers. It has an Active Probe, an ECM Suite, and a TAG Designator.)
ARMOUR DISTRIBUTION
Head: 9
Centre Torso: 9/3
Side Torsos: 8/2
Arms: 6
Legs: 8
LOCATIONS
ALM-X
ER Medium Laser- Head
Double Heat Sink, 1 ER Medium Laser- Each Side Torso
MASC- Centre Torso
ALM-EW
TAG- Head
1 Heat Sink, Active Probe- Left Torso
1 Heat Sink, ECM Suite- Right Torso
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Karagin
Imperial Karagin Army
Imperial General
Joined: 04-Feb-2002 00:00
Posts: 4120
Location: United States
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| Posted: 01-Jan-2007 20:06 Post subject: RE: ALM-X Fireball |
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Nice reworking.
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Sleeping Dragon
Draconis Combine
Tai-i
Joined: 06-Apr-2005 00:00
Posts: 4820
Location: Czech Republic
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| Posted: 02-Jan-2007 14:19 Post subject: RE: ALM-X Fireball |
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Hmm, HMPro conversion:
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Fireball ALM-X
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3025
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 20 tons
Chassis: Corean Model 334AA Endo Steel
Power Plant: 220 DAV XL Fusion
Walking Speed: 118,8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 183,6 [237,6] km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type: Daystar Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
3 Diverse Optics ER Medium Lasers
Manufacturer: Corean Enterprises
Location: New Avalon
Communications System: Lynx-Shur
Targeting & Tracking System: Corean B-Tech
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==Overview:==
The Fireball, primarily intended to function as an anti-Elemental 'Mech, was
found to have several design flaws, not the least of which the fact that none
of its weapons could hurt an Elemental. Several variants equipped with Laser
weapons were trialed, but these designs were hampered by the fact that the
'Mech had to close in to use them. This, more than anything else, was a major
concern for pilots of the little 'Mech-in order to engage Elementals, they had
to enter the range of the Elemental’s SRM pack to use its own Streak launcher,
and in order to use the Machine Gun, they had to move close enough for the
Elementals to use their own Small Lasers, Flamers, or Machine Guns.
Ultimately, the Fireball was shifted from its primary purpose-Elemental
hunting- to a recon role, where it could use its speed to best advantage.
Unfortunately, the 'Mech’s reliance on ballistic weapons limited its
usefulness on such missions, and the Fireball began to be assigned to garrison
units away from the Clan lines. We at Corean Enterprises are not impressed
with this, and are offering a new variant of the Fireball, equipped with new
technologies, that will allow the 'Mech to return to its Elemental-hunting
duties.
==Capabilities:==
As outlined above, the Fireball needed better-ranged weapons in order to
effectively engage Elementals. Designers decided to use three ER Medium
Lasers. Although all three must strike a single Elemental to kill it, these
weapons have the ability to strike at Elementals from a range at which
Elementals have no reply. In order to dissipate the tremendous heat ER weapons
produce, we installed Double Heat Sinks.
The team also added MASC to the 'Mech, making it the fastest BattleMech ever
deployed and allowing it to chase down Clan Dashers if the need arises.
Finally, we replaced the 'Mech’s standard armour plating with Ferro-Fibrous
compounds. This allows the 'Mech to take more damage than its predecessor to
survive. It should be noted, however, that the Fireball’s best protection is
its blinding speed.
==Variants:==
We are prepared to offer a ‘Recon-Only’ package for the Fireball, designated
the ALM-EW. This model removes the MASC, but adds an Active Probe, TAG
Designator, and ECM Suite in lieu of weapons. It also uses only Standard Heat
Sinks. Since it is totally unarmed, this 'Mech is best used on lightning
passes across enemy positions, gathering data and then fleeing before
detected.
==Deployment==
These upgrade packages are ready to be shipped now. All Fireballs produced on
New Avalon meet ALM-X specifications.
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Type/Model: Fireball ALM-X
Mass: 20 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 33 pts Endo Steel 14 1,00
(Endo Steel Loc: 3 LA, 3 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Engine: 220 XL Fusion 12 5,00
Walking MP: 11
Running MP: 17 [22]
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 10 Double [20] 6 ,00
(Heat Sink Loc: 1 LT, 1 RT)
Gyro: 4 3,00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3,00
MASC: 1 1,00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA+H R: Sh+UA+LA+H 16 ,00
Armor Factor: 69 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 4,00
(Armor Crit Loc: 4 LA, 4 RA, 3 LT, 3 RT)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 6 9
Center Torso (Rear): 3
L/R Side Torso: 5 8/8
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 2/2
L/R Arm: 3 6/6
L/R Leg: 4 8/8
Weapons and Equipment Loc Heat Ammo Crits Mass
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1 ER Medium Laser RT 5 1 1,00
1 ER Medium Laser LT 5 1 1,00
1 ER Medium Laser HD 5 1 1,00
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TOTALS: 15 75 20,00
Crits & Tons Left: 3 ,00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 3 670 240 C-Bills
Battle Value: 762
Cost per BV: 4 816,59
Weapon Value: 359 / 359 (Ratio = ,47 / ,47)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 13; MRDmg = 5; LRDmg = 0
BattleForce2: MP: 11, Armor/Structure: 2/1
Damage PB/M/L: 2/2/-, Overheat: 0
Class: ML; Point Value: 8
BattleMech Technical Readout
Type/Model: Fireball ALM-EW
Tech: Inner Sphere / 3025
Config: Biped BattleMech
Rules: Level 2, Standard design
Mass: 20 tons
Chassis: Corean Model 334AA Endo Steel
Power Plant: 220 DAV XL Fusion
Walking Speed: 118,8 km/h
Maximum Speed: 183,6 km/h
Jump Jets: None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type: Daystar Ferro-Fibrous
Armament:
1 Guardian ECM
1 Beagle Active Probe
1 TAG
Manufacturer: Corean Enterprises
Location: New Avalon
Communications System: Lynx-Shur
Targeting & Tracking System: Corean B-Tech
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Type/Model: Fireball ALM-EW
Mass: 20 tons
Equipment: Crits Mass
Int. Struct.: 33 pts Endo Steel 14 1,00
(Endo Steel Loc: 3 LA, 3 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 2 LL, 2 RL)
Engine: 220 XL Fusion 12 5,00
Walking MP: 11
Running MP: 17
Jumping MP: 0
Heat Sinks: 10 Double [20] 6 ,00
(Heat Sink Loc: 1 LT, 1 RT)
Gyro: 4 3,00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors: 5 3,00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA+H R: Sh+UA+LA+H 16 ,00
Armor Factor: 69 pts Ferro-Fibrous 14 4,00
(Armor Crit Loc: 4 LA, 4 RA, 2 LT, 2 RT, 2 CT)
Internal Armor
Structure Value
Head: 3 9
Center Torso: 6 9
Center Torso (Rear): 3
L/R Side Torso: 5 8/8
L/R Side Torso (Rear): 2/2
L/R Arm: 3 6/6
L/R Leg: 4 8/8
Weapons and Equipment Loc Heat Ammo Crits Mass
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1 Guardian ECM RT 0 2 1,50
1 Beagle Active Probe LT 0 2 1,50
1 TAG HD 0 1 1,00
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TOTALS: 0 76 20,00
Crits & Tons Left: 2 ,00
Calculated Factors:
Total Cost: 3 658 240 C-Bills
Battle Value: 367
Cost per BV: 9 967,96
Weapon Value: 0 / 0 (Ratio = ,00 / ,00)
Damage Factors: SRDmg = 0; MRDmg = 0; LRDmg = 0
BattleForce2: MP: 11, Armor/Structure: 2/1
Damage PB/M/L: -/-/-, Overheat: 0
Class: ML; Point Value: 4
Specials: ecm, tag, prb
Not bad, but new refits from 3055 upgrades
aren't bad either. Both have a half ton more
armor and first removes SRMs for two MLs, while the second replaces the MG with a ML.
The areno match for this, but they can be made without sending the mech to factory.
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Rudel Gurken
Allisters Light Thunder
Major
Joined: 15-Jun-2005 00:00
Posts: 1456
Location: Germany
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| Posted: 02-Jan-2007 15:39 Post subject: RE: ALM-X Fireball |
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As the weaponry of the original sucks i stripped it from my Fireball to simply put 4 medium lasers in!
I thought of it as a pre-ER-medium-laser design and so didn´t even put DHS's in.
To bring it in the 3060+ era you can take ER's and DHS's with ease!
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Karagin
Imperial Karagin Army
Imperial General
Joined: 04-Feb-2002 00:00
Posts: 4120
Location: United States
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| Posted: 02-Jan-2007 16:06 Post subject: RE: ALM-X Fireball |
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The Fireball was always a decent mech, the weapons weren't impressive but I liked it since folks will write it off and ignore in battles at conventions and such.
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Only the dead have seen the end of war. - Plato
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