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BJ-1X Overview

BJ-1X
BJ-1X
Overview
Base: Blackjack
Introduced: 2769
Tonnage: 45]
Class: Medium
Cbill  Cost: 3,144,526
MC  Cost: 1,260
Stock Equipment
Engine: 225 STD
Speed: 81 km/h
Structure: Standard
Armor: 272 (88.9%)
Heat Sinks: 18 Single
Stock Armament
RA: 1 Flamer
LA: 1 Flamer
RA: 1 Flamer
RT: 1 Flamer
LT: 1 Medium Laser
LA: 1 Medium Laser
RA: 1 Medium Laser
RT: 1 Medium Laser
Hardpoints
Right Arm: 3
Left Arm: 3
Right Torso: 1
Left Torso: 1
ECM location:  
AMS location: LT
ECM Capable: No
Jump Jets: No
Mech Module Slots: 1
Weapon Module Slots: 2
Consumable Module Slots: 2
Chassis Attributes
Speed (min/max): 36 - 106.2
Speed Tweak Bonus: 39.6 - 116.8
Engine Ratings: 100 - 295
Movement Archetype: Medium
Max Armor: 306
Pitch Twist
Arms 30°
Torso 30° 80°
Twist X Bonus: 88°/96°
Advanced Equipment
None  
+25% Torso twist speed.


800 [1]

Blackjack Specs

BattleMech Engine Maneuverability Hardpoints Expenses
Series min / max Speed Torso Arms Total MC 
Models [km/h] Pitch/Twist Pitch/Turn
Blackjack BJ-1 100 - 235 36 - 84.6 30° / 110° 30° / 0° 420 1355
Blackjack BJ-1X 100 - 295 36 - 106.2 30° / 80° 30° / 0° 800 1260
Blackjack BJ-3 100 - 235 36 - 84.6 30° / 110° 30° / 0° 600 1605
Blackjack BJ-1DC 100 - 235 36 - 84.6 30° / 90° 30° / 0° 620 1255
Blackjack BJ-1(C) 100 - 235 36 - 84.6 30° / 110° 30° / 0° 420 1694


Blackjack Hardpoints

BattleMech Hardpoints
Mech Weapon Consumable
Series Jump Module Module Module
Model Jets Slots Slots Slots AMS RA RT HD CT LT LA
Blackjack BJ-1 4/4 2 2 2 LT 1 1 1     1 1 1
Blackjack BJ-1X No 1 2 2 LT 3 1     1 3
Blackjack BJ-3 4/4 1 3 2 LT 2 1     1 2
Blackjack BJ-1DC No 2 2 2 LT 1 1 2     2 1 1
Blackjack BJ-1(C) 1/4 2 2 2 LT 1 1 1     1 1 1



Overview[ | ]

The BJ-1X was the original prototype of the venerable Blackjack. It was designed as a scout hunter, carrying four Flamers and four Medium Lasers. No Jump Jets were fitted on this model. Later changes gave way to the production Blackjack BJ-1.


Strengths[ | ]

This variant of the Blackjack has one notable advantage over all others. Speed. The ability to move over 100kph is a boon to the relatively light design. An all energy loadout, it mounts eight energy Hardpoints. This gives the pilot the flexibility to stay at long range with PPCs or to close quickly with an array of lighter Small Lasers and Medium Lasers. The lack of lower arm and hand actuators also frees up additional critical space for equipment.

Weaknesses[ | ]

The BJ-1X does still have a few issues though. The lack of Jump Jets is offset by the higher top speed. The problem that many may point towards is the lack luster torso twist range. With a range of only 80°, and arms that do not slew side to side, the 'Mech will have some difficulties at close range.


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References[ | ]

  1. BJ-1X.mdf file (Piranha Games\MechWarrior Online\Game\Objects.pak\Objects\mechs\Blackjack\BJ-1X.mdf)
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