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Dart (25t)
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Model
by Peer Risch
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Edited
by Primus
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After
the Commando and the Valkyrie were designated as the standard light
BattleMechs for the Federated Commonwealth, several battle reports have
suggested that the high amounts of ammunition aboard these 'Mechs limit
their effectiveness in tight combat situations. Coventry Metal Works,
in an obvious public relations move, suggested a new design to the Federated
Commonwealth military for their consideration. Much to Coventry's suprise,
the Office of Procurement accepted the design and ordered immediate
construction. The Dart is a fast 'Mech equipped with three Magna small
pulse lasers as its weaponry. In the fast-strike mentality that pervades
the upper echelon of the Federated Commonwealth military, this design
will be used primarily in raids on Clan supply depots and in actions
to cut off frontline Clan 'Mechs from their supply lines. When more
of the Dart 'Mechs become available, they will also serve in scouting
missions.
The three small pulse lasers were chosen because of their accuracy in short-range situations. The Dart's 3.5 tons of armor provides ample protection from small Clan 'Mechs and Elementals. The 'Mech also has a remarkable speed of 151 kph, making it faster than any known Commando variant in existence. |
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