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General BattleTech => General Discussion => MechFactory => Topic started by: Blacknova on October 03, 2011, 01:27:52 AM
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Latest art for a KU Mech, the Draconis Combine's Yumi.
YM-1A YUMI
Mass: 35 Tons
Cruising Speed: 53 kph
Maximum Speed: 86 kph
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armament: 1 Magna Longbow-15 Missile Launcher
2 Diverse Optics Type 20 Medium Lasers
Deployed By: DCMS
Designer: New Samarkand Armour Works
Entered Service: 3025
Primary Factories: New Samarkand
Variants: None
OVERVIEW
With the first prototype finishing assembly in July 3024, the Yumi is the latest BattleMech design to enter service with the Draconis Combine Mustered Soldiery. Very nearly built on Arkab, the production site was moved to New Samarkand for security reasons, both from nearby Lyran forces and Arkab's population itself.
Designed to allow the DCMS to provide mobile fire support to light ‘Mech formations and to allow those units to compete with the Federated Suns Valkyrie. Although not acknowledging that the AFFS ‘Mech may have been the inspiration for the design, the DCMS has nonetheless shown its respect for the Davion unit it their latest ‘Mech model.
CAPABILITIES
Built around a fifteen tube long range missile launcher, the Yumi is one of the rare light 'Mechs to have the ability to engage the enemy at long range. The launcher is fed by two tons of ammunition, providing ample supplies in any typical combat situation. The launcher is backed up by two medium lasers, giving it short range weaponry with no ammunition concerns.
One of the Yumi’s more notable weaknesses, is the 'Mech’s speed, which at 86km/h, is more normally seen on Medium designs. However, mobility is improved by five jump jets, providing the Yumi the ability to jump 150 metres. The frame is protected by six tons of armour, allowing it to absorb some amount of punishment before critical systems are endangered. Although the speed and armour are not ideal in a ‘Mech this size, the fact that it is meant to support other light Mech formations from afar, should mitigate these issues if the ‘Mech is used properly.
The electronics are modified versions of the equipment used on the ubiquitous Panther series, modified for the Yumi's armament and differing speed profile and which has allowed the development process to be speeded up considerably.
The Yumi has also been noted as easy to rearm by technicians servicing the prototype, with reload time half that of other Mechs with similar armament.
DEPLOYMENT
With the factory having completed only six initial run models and the four pre-production prototypes, many are eagerly awaiting the second run in mid-3025 and a wider distribution of the ‘Mech. The last pre-production units have been retained by the factory to assist in mass production readiness. Production has reached frontline units through the assignment of the first six Yumi’s to the 8th Sword of Light on An Ting.
The Yumi has only encountered combat once since deployment, when an 8th Sword lance of Yumi’s was on route to a range for a live fire weapon's test. The four ‘Mechs came under attack by elements of the 11th Avalon Hussars on a recon raid. The prototype preformed as expected when the Yumi pilots destroyed three of the Davion ‘Mechs, including both Valkyries that were present in the attacking lance, for the loss of one Yumi.
VARIANTS
Currently no variants of the Yumi exist or are planned in the foreseeable future.
NOTABLE PILOTS
Sho-sa Liesha Trodan
Sho-sa Trodan was responsible for taking out both Valkyries that were destroyed on An Ting early in the year. One was eliminated at long range, whilst the other was finished off at close range with the Yumi’s medium lasers.
Model: YM-1A- YUMI
Technology Base: Inner Sphere
Tonnage: 35
Equipment Mass
Internal Structure: 3.5
Engine: 175 7
Walking MPs: 5
Running MPs: 8
Jumping MPs: 5
Heat Sinks: 10 0
Gyro: 3
Cockpit: 3
Armour Factor: 96 6
Internal Structure Armour Value
Head 3 9
Centre Torso 11 13
Centre Torso (Rear) 4
L/R Torso 8 13
L/R Torso (Rear) 3
L/R Arm 6 8
L/R Leg 8 11
Weapons and Ammo Location Critical Mass
LRM 15 RT 3 7
Medium Laser CT 1 1
Medium Laser H 1 1
Ammo (LRM 15) RT 2 2
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The design seems to have a ton and a half spare.. and no tonnage allocated for the jumpjets which should require two and a half tons.
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1,5 tons too light.
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My bad, they are meant to be there, must have cut that line off.
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...Excellent mech - Lights have no business at close range.
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Much like Capellans have no Business trying to rule, or Ice Hellions to politics
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While it is true that Capellans have no business to rule but to be merchant caste Ice Hellions do have a certain way in politics fighting on the other hand well
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While it is true that Capellans have no business to rule but to be merchant caste Ice Hellions do have a certain way in politics fighting on the other hand well
And trying to help their Warriors understand that warfare is a little more complex than they might think.
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How did we change topic there?
I think it is beautiful, the only thing bothering me is the smaller LRM at the top, other than that, brilliant stuff. :)
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Brother Clans always banter but It is a good design over all. Speed Demon Clans always snipe at each other to keep in shape. The rest of the slowpoke clans make trials of possession to damn easy
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My bad, they are meant to be there, must have cut that line off.
You miss my point: adding 2.5 tons of jumpjets makes the design a ton overweight... ah, except the gyro should be 2 tons not 3 as it is listed.
I've guessed and some of the data but this should be more accurate.
Yumi YM-1A
Mass: 35 tons
Tech Base: Inner Sphere
Chassis Config: Biped
Rules Level: Tournament Legal
Era: Succession Wars
Tech Rating/Era Availability: D/X-E-D
Production Year: 3025
Cost: 2,622,960 C-Bills
Battle Value: 932
Chassis: Alshain 56-Carrier Standard
Power Plant: Omni 175 175 Fusion Engine
Walking Speed: 54.0 km/h
Maximum Speed: 86.4 km/h
Jump Jets: Smithson Lifters
Jump Capacity: 150 meters
Armor: Wakazashi Standard Plate Standard Armor
Armament:
1 Magna Longbow-15 Missile Launcher LRM-15
2 Diverse Optics Type 20 Medium Laser Medium Lasers
Manufacturer: New Samarkand Armour Works
Primary Factory: New Samarkand
Communications System: Sipher Security I
Targeting and Tracking System: Matabushi Sentinel-2
Overview:
With the first prototype finishing assembly in July 3024, the Yumi is the
latest BattleMech design to enter service with the Draconis Combine Mustered
Soldiery. Very nearly built on Arkab, the production site was moved to New
Samarkand for security reasons, both from nearby Lyran forces and Arkab's
population itself.
Designed to allow the DCMS to provide mobile fire support to light ‘Mech
formations and to allow those units to compete with the Federated Suns
Valkyrie. Although not acknowledging that the AFFS ‘Mech may have been the
inspiration for the design, the DCMS has nonetheless shown its respect for the
Davion unit it their latest ‘Mech model.
Capabilities:
Built around a fifteen tube long range missile launcher, the Yumi is one of the
rare light 'Mechs to have the ability to engage the enemy at long range. The
launcher is fed by two tons of ammunition, providing ample supplies in any
typical combat situation. The launcher is backed up by two medium lasers,
giving it short range weaponry with no ammunition concerns.
One of the Yumi’s more notable weaknesses, is the 'Mech’s speed, which at
86km/h, is more normally seen on Medium designs. However, mobility is improved
by five jump jets, providing the Yumi the ability to jump 150 metres. The frame
is protected by six tons of armour, allowing it to absorb some amount of
punishment before critical systems are endangered. Although the speed and
armour are not ideal in a ‘Mech this size, the fact that it is meant to support
other light Mech formations from afar, should mitigate these issues if the
‘Mech is used properly.
The electronics are modified versions of the equipment used on the ubiquitous
Panther series, modified for the Yumi's armament and differing speed profile
and which has allowed the development process to be speeded up considerably.
The Yumi has also been noted as easy to rearm by technicians servicing the
prototype, with reload time half that of other Mechs with similar armament.
Battle History:
The Yumi has only encountered combat once since deployment, when an 8th Sword
lance of Yumi’s was on route to a range for a live fire weapon's test. The
four ‘Mechs came under attack by elements of the 11th Avalon Hussars on a recon
raid. The prototype preformed as expected when the Yumi pilots destroyed three
of the Davion ‘Mechs, including both Valkyries that were present in the
attacking lance, for the loss of one Yumi.
Deployment:
With the factory having completed only six initial run models and the four
pre-production prototypes, many are eagerly awaiting the second run in mid-3025
and a wider distribution of the ‘Mech. The last pre-production units have been
retained by the factory to assist in mass production readiness. Production has
reached frontline units through the assignment of the first six Yumi’s to the
8th Sword of Light on An Ting.
Variants:
Currently no variants of the Yumi exist or are planned in the foreseeable
future.
Notable 'Mechs & MechWarriors:
Sho-sa Liesha Trodan
Sho-sa Trodan was responsible for taking out both Valkyries that were destroyed
on An Ting early in the year. One was eliminated at long range, whilst the
other was finished off at close range with the Yumi’s medium lasers.
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Equipment Type Rating Mass
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Internal Structure: Standard 58 points 3.50
Engine: Fusion Engine 175 7.00
Walking MP: 5
Running MP: 8
Jumping MP: 5 Standard
Jump Jet Locations: 1 CT, 2 LL, 2 RL 2.50
Heat Sinks: Single Heat Sink 10 0.00
Heat Sink Locations: 3 LT
Gyro: Standard 2.00
Cockpit: Standard 3.00
Actuators: L: SH+UA+LA+H R: SH+UA+LA+H
Armor: Standard Armor AV - 96 6.00
Internal Armor
Structure Factor
Head 3 9
Center Torso 11 13
Center Torso (rear) 4
L/R Torso 8 13
L/R Torso (rear) 3
L/R Arm 6 8
L/R Leg 8 11
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Equipment Location Heat Critical Mass
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Medium Laser HD 3 1 1.00
Medium Laser CT 3 1 1.00
LRM-15 RT 5 3 7.00
@LRM-15 (16) RT - 2 2.00
Free Critical Slots: 32
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Thanks, comes from coverting from pen and paper to a new system.
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Not exactly how I imagining it looking after I came up with the specs back in august of last year but it is nice to see it has lived on without me being around.