BattleMech Technical Readout

Type/Model:    Golem 
Tech:          Inner Sphere / 3067
Config:        Biped BattleMech
Rules:         Level 2, Custom design

Mass:          90 tons
Chassis:       Alshain Class 102 Standard
Power Plant:   270 GM XL Fusion
Walking Speed: 32.4 km/h
Maximum Speed: 54.0 km/h
Jump Jets:     None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type:    StarSlab/4 Standard
Armament:      
  2 Shigunga LRM 20s w/ Artemis IV
  1 Shigunga Arrow IV System
  5 Argra 3L Medium Lasers
Manufacturer:  Luthien Armor Works
  Location:    Luthien
Communications System:  Sipher Security Plus
Targeting & Tracking System:  Matabushi Sentinel

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==Overview:==
In the years following the Ghost Bear and Draconis Combine war, new units were
badly needed to fill the ranks of the battle torn front line units.  Those
Support units among these front line units had favored worse then some and
needed replacing quickly.  This was no truer then among the ranks of the
O-Bakemono.  It was with coincidence that the Star League council approved at
the same time an increase in the SLDF ranks, and the call for new designs went
forth.  Designers at Luthien Armor Works seized upon the opportunity and began
designing a new generation Artillery Support 'Mech which ROM agents have begun
calling Golem.

==Capabilities:==
     The Golem builds upon the success of such 'mechs as the Archer and
Catapult in a larger more powerful chassis.  Massing an impressive 90 tons,
the Golem is one of the largest support 'mechs constructed.  Capable of speeds
up to 54kph and covered with an impressive 17.5 tons of Starslab 4 armor
platting; the Golem is capable of keeping up with most lance mates while
protecting the vulnerable Extra-Light fusion engine that sits at its core. 
Despite the risk of the Extra-Light engine, designers proceeded with its use
when it was deemed that the risk was worth the benefits.  
     The benefits gained were in the raw fire power that was packed on to the
Golem.  Befitting to its roll, the Golem's primary weapons a twin LRM 20 racks
which allow the 'Mech to lay down a barrage of missiles that cause any sain
Mechwarrior to pause and consider his options.  In addition, each launcher is
provided with an ample 2 ton supply of ammunition giving each launcher 2
minutes of continues fire.  Designers further increased the lethality of the
twin LRM 20s by adding Artemis IV FCSs, which increases the average number of
missiles that hit per salvo.  As if this was unsatisfactory for a support
mech, the designers at Luthien added opposite the LRM launchers an Arrow IV
Missile Artillery launcher.  This massive weapon gives the Golem the ability
to damage enemy units well outside the range of other support units or give
aid to nearby units in need of artillery support.  This launcher is supplied
with a liberal 3 tons of ammunition and can thus offer artillery fire support
for an impressive 2 and ½ minutes.  
     All of this fire power while good at range and in supporting fashions is
inadequate at short ranges, which is a failing of almost all support 'mechs. 
Aware of this, the designers included five medium lasers, three forward and
two aft, that give the Golem some ability to fight up close.  While these
weapons are by far not a significant threat to heavier units, they are
sufficient to deter lighter 'mechs looking for easy prey to harass.  
     The only true back draws of the design are its use of an Extra-Light
engine and its heavy dependence of ammunition.  Should the Golem suffer heavy
damage in combat or run out of ammunition there pilots are advised to retreat
to safe zones and await repairs and reloads, which is do to the presence of 9
tons of high explosives on a chassis with an expensive extra-light fusion and
no CASE.
      The prototype, which was presented to both the DCMS and SLDF contractors
who were impressed, showed great promise in its test trials.  The contractors
of both groups suggested that several runs of the design be purchased for use.
 However, it will take some time before the legislators on the Star League
council will approve the acquisition, if they do at all; do to of rumors of
greasing by the First Lord.  In the meantime, DCMS forces should be receiving
there production runs early next year.


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Type/Model:    Golem 
Mass:          90 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  138 pts Standard              0      9.00
Engine:        270 XL Fusion                12      7.50
   Walking MP:   3
   Running MP:   5
   Jumping MP:   0
Heat Sinks:     11 Double [22]               3      1.00
 (Heat Sink Loc: 1 RA)
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA    R: Sh+UA             12       .00
Armor Factor:  279 pts Standard              0     17.50

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             29         44      
   Center Torso (Rear):                 14      
   L/R Side Torso:           19      28/28      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):            10/10      
   L/R Arm:                  15      30/30      
   L/R Leg:                  19      38/38      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
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1 LRM 20 w/ Artemis IV   RA      6   24     10     15.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 RA, 3 RT)
1 Arrow IV System        LA     10   15     18     18.00
  (Ammo Locations: 3 LT)
1 LRM 20 w/ Artemis IV   RT      6           6     11.00
2 Medium Lasers          CT      6           2      2.00
1 Medium Laser           HD      3           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           LL(R)   3           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           RL(R)   3           1      1.00
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TOTALS:                         37          75     90.00
Crits & Tons Left:                           3       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        18,939,200 C-Bills
Battle Value:      1,430
Cost per BV:       13,244.2
Weapon Value:      2,338 / 2,168 (Ratio = 1.63 / 1.52)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 25;  MRDmg = 34;  LRDmg = 24
BattleForce2:      MP: 3,  Armor/Structure: 7/3
                   Damage PB/M/L: 4/4/4,  Overheat: 2
                   Class: MA;  Point Value: 14

Type/Model:    Golem 
Tech:          Inner Sphere / 3067
Config:        Biped BattleMech
Rules:         Level 2, Custom design

Mass:          95 tons
Chassis:       Alshain Class 102 Standard
Power Plant:   285 GM Fusion
Walking Speed: 32.4 km/h
Maximum Speed: 54.0 km/h
Jump Jets:     None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type:    StarSlab/4 Ferro-Fibrous 
Armament:      
  2 Shigunga LRM 20s w/ Artemis IV
  4 Argra 3L Medium Lasers
  1 Katyusha Arrow IV System
Manufacturer:  Luthien Armor Works
  Location:    Luthien
Communications System:  Sipher Security Plus
Targeting & Tracking System:  Matabushi Sentinel

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Type/Model:    Golem 
Mass:          95 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  145 pts Standard              0      9.50
Engine:        285 Fusion                    6     16.50
   Walking MP:   3
   Running MP:   5
   Jumping MP:   0
Heat Sinks:     10 Double [20]               0       .00
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA    R: Sh+UA             12       .00
Armor Factor:  293 pts Ferro-Fibrous        14     16.50
 (Armor Crit Loc: 1 HD, 2 RA, 1 LT, 5 RT, 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL)

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             30         42      
   Center Torso (Rear):                 18      
   L/R Side Torso:           20      28/28      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):            12/12      
   L/R Arm:                  16      32/32      
   L/R Leg:                  20      40/40      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
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1 LRM 20 w/ Artemis IV   RA      6   18      9     14.00
  (Ammo Locations: 3 LT)
2 Medium Lasers          RA      6           2      2.00
1 Arrow IV System        LA     10   10     17     17.00
  (Ammo Locations: 2 LT)
1 LRM 20 w/ Artemis IV   RT      6           6     11.00
1 Medium Laser           RT      3           1      1.00
1 Medium Laser           CT(R)   3           1      1.00
CASE Equipment:          LT                  1       .50
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TOTALS:                         34          78     95.00
Crits & Tons Left:                           0       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        10,546,575 C-Bills
Battle Value:      1,689
Cost per BV:       6,244.27
Weapon Value:      2,284 / 2,106 (Ratio = 1.35 / 1.25)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 22;  MRDmg = 31;  LRDmg = 22
BattleForce2:      MP: 3,  Armor/Structure: 7/7
                   Damage PB/M/L: 4/3/3,  Overheat: 2
                   Class: MA;  Point Value: 17