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PostPosted: 25-May-2004 05:22    Post subject: Ice Fox Reply to topic Reply with quote

               BattleMech Technical Readout

Type/Model:    Ice Fox Prime
Tech:          Clan / 3067
Config:        Biped OmniMech
Rules:         Level 2, Custom design

Mass:          35 tons
Chassis:       Endo Steel
Power Plant:   245 XL Fusion
Walking Speed: 75.6 km/h
Maximum Speed: 118.8 km/h
Jump Jets:     None
Jump Capacity: 0 meters
Armor Type:    Ferro-Fibrous 
Armament:      
  1 LB 5-X AC
  1 Streak SRM 4
  1 ER Large Laser
  1 Small Pulse Laser
Manufacturer:  (Unknown)
  Location:    (Unknown)
Communications System:  (Unknown)
Targeting & Tracking System:  (Unknown)

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==Overview:==
     In 3067, after 17 years of battle with the Inner Sphere, Clan Jade Falcon
released a replacement of the ageing Kit Fox in the form of the Ice Fox.
Rather then a full blown replacement the Ice Fox is more of an upgrade on an
already good design. By increasing the mass five tons, Falcon designers were
able to increase the mechs speed by twenty-four kph and the armor by a full
ton which increases survivability while keeping the same weapons load out.
Very few changes were made to the original chassis with only a hand full of
external signs of any difference like slightly bulkier sections of armor. 

==Capabilities:==
     In its primary configuration, the Ice Fox combines four of the Clans'
most advanced weapons.  Its main firepower comes from the LB 5-X autocannon in
its right arm and the extended-range large laser in its left.  A small pulse
laser and Streak SRM 4 add to the Ice Fox's punch at close range.  This design
keeps heat buildup in check, economizes on missile loads to avoid running out
of ammunition, and provides sting at varying ranges. 
     Alternate Configuration A, like the Uller A, carries a powerful and bulky
Gauss rifle.  This weapon can cripple an opposing light 'Mech with a single
shot.  Though this configuration also contains two extended-range medium
lasers, it lacks the versatility of the primary configuration and so appears
far less often on the battlefield.  
     Alternate Configuration B is similar in appearance and performance to the
primary configuration, but with a few significant differences.  It carries an
SRM-6 in place of the Streak SRM-4, a larger autocannon, and two
extended-range lasers.
     Configuration C is a specialized machine, designed for densely populated
areas.  Its sophisticated electronics allow it to spot a hidden enemy, call in
devastating missile artillery, and jam enemy tracking computers all at the
same time.  Its double machine guns and double A-pods are effective against
enemy infantry who get too close, and its exceptional triple anti-missile
system can swat down incoming missiles from several enemy 'Mechs
simultaneously.  This version of the Ice Fox carries only two offensive
weapons: an extended-range large laser and a small pulse laser.  
     The Ice Fox sometimes acts as long-range fire support in Alternate
Configuration D.  Sporting three long-range missile launchers and a Narc
missile beacon for enhanced accuracy, the Ice Fox can lend its Starmates some
sting from afar.  The obvious drawbacks to this design are its reliance on
limited ammunition and its inability to deal with an enemy at close range.


==Deployment==
     Soon to be the primary light 'Mech of the Jade Falcons, the Ice Fox will
become a familiar sight.  Because some other light 'Mechs are quicker the Ice
Fox will see less reconnaissance duty than some other models.  It is also
unseen among the other Clans, who have yet to attain any copies.

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Type/Model:    Ice Fox Prime
Mass:          35 tons

Equipment:                                 Crits    Mass
Int. Struct.:  58 pts Endo Steel             7      2.00
 (Endo Steel Loc: 2 RA, 5 RT)
Engine:        245 XL Fusion                10      6.00
   Walking MP:   7
   Running MP:  11
   Jumping MP:   0
Heat Sinks:     10 Double [20]               2       .00
 (Heat Sink Loc: 1 CT)
Gyro:                                        4      3.00
Cockpit, Life Supt., Sensors:                5      3.00
Actuators: L: Sh+UA+LA+H    R: Sh+UA        14       .00
Armor Factor:   96 pts Ferro-Fibrous         7      5.00
 (Armor Crit Loc: 2 LA, 5 LT)

                          Internal    Armor
                          Structure   Value
   Head:                      3          9      
   Center Torso:             11         15      
   Center Torso (Rear):                  4      
   L/R Side Torso:            8      10/10      
   L/R Side Torso (Rear):              4/4      
   L/R Arm:                   6      10/10      
   L/R Leg:                   8      10/10      

Weapons and Equipment    Loc  Heat  Ammo   Crits    Mass
--------------------------------------------------------
1 LB 5-X AC              RA      1   20      5      8.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 RA)
1 Streak SRM 4           RA      3   25      2      3.00
  (Ammo Locations: 1 RA)
1 ER Large Laser         LA     12           1      4.00
1 Small Pulse Laser      LA      2           1      1.00
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TOTALS:                         18          58     35.00
Crits & Tons Left:                          20       .00

Calculated Factors:
Total Cost:        7,589,897 C-Bills
Battle Value:      1,231
Cost per BV:       6,165.64
Weapon Value:      928 / 852 (Ratio = .75 / .69)
Damage Factors:    SRDmg = 21;  MRDmg = 14;  LRDmg = 7
BattleForce2:      MP: 7,  Armor/Structure: 2/2
                   Damage PB/M/L: 3/3/2,  Overheat: 0
                   Class: ML;  Point Value: 12
                   Specials: omni



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PostPosted: 25-May-2004 09:21    Post subject: RE: Ice Fox Reply to topic Reply with quote

Ah...I remember talking about this last night with you, Vagabond. The Kit Fox, in my opinion, was named well (Any 'Mech with a fox theme is always named well)...but suffered from two problems, each of which compounded the other. First off, it was not as fast as other lights. Second, it did not have (IMO) enough armor. These two, combined with heavy armament, meant that a Kit Fox was pretty much all weapons. Easy to take out. Now, I haven't tried this rebuild yet, but it's faster and has more armor, and I am hopeful it will do the job. Now to find a targ...I mean...opponent.

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PostPosted: 25-May-2004 13:18    Post subject: RE: Ice Fox Reply to topic Reply with quote

A pretty solid upgrade, but no match for the Puma in the same weight class.
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