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COM-3A Overview

COM-3A
COM-3A
Overview
Base: Commando
Introduced: 3025
Tonnage: 25]
Class: Light
Cbill  Cost: 1,799,526
MC  Cost: 720
Stock Equipment
Engine: 150 STD
Speed: 97.2 km/h
Structure: Standard
Armor: 96 (53.9%)
Heat Sinks: 10 Single
Stock Armament
RA: 1 SRM 6
RA: 1 Flamer
LA: 1 Medium Laser
CT: 1 SRM 6
Hardpoints
Center Torso: 1
Right Arm: 1 1
Left Arm: 1
ECM location:  
AMS location: RT
ECM Capable: No
Jump Jets: No
Mech Module Slots: 2
Weapon Module Slots: 2
Consumable Module Slots: 2
Chassis Attributes
Speed (min/max): 64.8 - 155.5
Speed Tweak Bonus: 71.3 - 171.1
Engine Ratings: 100 - 240
Movement Archetype: Tiny
Max Armor: 178
Pitch Twist
Arms 30° 40°
Torso 24° 108°
Twist X Bonus: 118.8°/129.6°
Advanced Equipment
None  


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Commando Specs

BattleMech Engine Maneuverability Hardpoints Expenses
Series min / max Speed Torso Arms Total MC 
Models [km/h] Pitch/Twist Pitch/Turn
Commando COM-2D 100 - 210 64.8 - 136.1 24° / 108° 30° / 40° 103 715
Commando COM-1D 100 - 240 64.8 - 155.5 20° / 90° 30° / 40° 202 700
Commando COM-3A 100 - 240 64.8 - 155.5 24° / 108° 30° / 40° 202 720
Commando COM-1B 100 - 240 64.8 - 155.5 20° / 90° 30° / 40° 301 680
Commando COM-TDK 100 - 240 64.8 - 155.5 24° / 108° 30° / 40° 400 1875


Commando Hardpoints

BattleMech Hardpoints
Mech Weapon Consumable
Series Jump Module Module Module
Model Jets Slots Slots Slots AMS RA RT HD CT LT LA
Commando COM-2D No 1 2 2 RT 2     1    1
Commando COM-1D No 1 2 2 RT 2     2     
Commando COM-3A No 2 2 2 RT 1 1     1    1
Commando COM-1B No 1 2 2 RT 2     1    1
Commando COM-TDK No 1 2 2 RT 2          2



Overview[ | ]

The COM-3A compares directly to the Commando COM-1D in terms of Hardpoints. Unlike the -1D though, the hardpoints of the -3A are more spread out. The energy hardpoints are divided between the two arms rather than housed in one, and the missile points are spread out over two locations rather than crowded into the limited space of the center torso.


Stock Loadout[ | ]

The -3A increases the short range missile loadout of the -2D which results in a very dangerous quick strike 'Mech. A Medium Laser and Flamer add to the short range punch of this Commando. The -3A hits harder than other stock Commandos, but has light armor. Only one ton of ammo is carried for the two SRM racks, enough for 8 full shots each. Once gone, the "-3A's" damage potential is greatly reduced. Saving the SRM shots for targeting areas with low or no armor protecting internal structure would maximize their usefulness.

Strengths[ | ]

Like all Commandos, the -3A is capable of impressive Speed and maneuverability. The energy weapons have a minimum firing arc of 120° before upgrades.

Weaknesses[ | ]

The -3A lacks any noticeable flaws, but lacks the Commando COM-2D's ability to mount the extremely useful ECM.

Design[ | ]

Both missile hardpoints support up to 10 tubes.


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References[ | ]

  1. COM-3A.mdf file (Piranha Games\MechWarrior Online\Game\Objects.pak\Objects\mechs\Commando\COM-3A.mdf)
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