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HGN-HM Overview

HGN-HM
HGN-HM
Overview
Base: Highlander
Tonnage: 90]
Class: Assault
MC  Cost: 6,750
Stock Equipment
Engine: 275 XL
Speed: 49.5 km/h
Structure: Standard
Armor: 544 (97.5%)
Heat Sinks: 13 Double
Stock Armament
RA: 1 Gauss Rifle
LT: 1 LRM 20
LT: 1 SRM 6
LA: 3 Medium Laser
Hardpoints
Right Arm: 2
Left Arm: 3
Left Torso: 2
ECM location:  
AMS location: LT
ECM Capable: No
Jump Jets: 5/5
Mech Module Slots: 1
Weapon Module Slots: 2
Consumable Module Slots: 2
Chassis Attributes
Speed (min/max): 32.4 - 59.4
Speed Tweak Bonus: 35.6 - 65.3
Engine Ratings: 180 - 330
Movement Archetype: Huge
Max Armor: 558
Pitch Twist
Arms 30° 20°
Torso 20° 90°
Twist X Bonus: 99°/108°
Advanced Equipment
XL Engine Double Heat Sinks
+30% C-Bill Bonus


322 [1]

Highlander Specs

BattleMech Engine Maneuverability Hardpoints Expenses
Series min / max Speed Torso Arms Total MC 
Models [km/h] Pitch/Twist Pitch/Turn
Highlander HGN-732 180 - 325 32.4 - 58.5 20° / 90° 30° / 20° 313 3615
Highlander HGN-732b 180 - 325 32.4 - 58.5 0° / 0° 0° / 0° 000 0
Highlander HGN-733 180 - 325 32.4 - 58.5 20° / 90° 30° / 20° 214 3405
Highlander HGN-733C 180 - 325 32.4 - 58.5 20° / 90° 30° / 10° 223 3465
Highlander HGN-733P 180 - 325 32.4 - 58.5 20° / 90° 30° / 20° 403 3410
Highlander HGN-HM 180 - 330 32.4 - 59.4 20° / 90° 30° / 20° 322 6750


Highlander Hardpoints

BattleMech Hardpoints
Mech Weapon Consumable
Series Jump Module Module Module
Model Jets Slots Slots Slots AMS RA RT HD CT LT LA
Highlander HGN-732 3/3 1 2 2 LT 1 3     1 2
Highlander HGN-732b Yes ?             
Highlander HGN-733 3/3 1 2 2 LT 1 2     2 2
Highlander HGN-733C 3/4 1 2 2 LT 2 2     2 1
Highlander HGN-733P 3/3 1 2 2 LT 2 2     2 1
Highlander HGN-HM 5/5 1 2 2 LT 2       2 3



Overview[ | ]

The Heavy Metal model of the Highlander is the signature ride of Rhonda Snord of the Snord's Irregulars mercenary unit.[2] This customized Highlander features a number of recently reintroduced Lostech technologies. The most expensive example is the 275 XL Engine which saves weight for a heavy weapons payload, a Gauss Rifle in the right arm provides respectable punch at long range, while 13 Double Heat Sinks keep the design running cool. The most notable feature of this 'Mech, aside from the bright pink paint perhaps, is the signature speakers mounted around the head of the 'Mech. These speakers belt out rock music each time the pilot achieves a kill.


Strengths[ | ]

The HGN-HM is quite maneuverable for an assault 'Mech thanks to its capability of mounting up to five Jump Jets. All direct fire weapons are mounted in the arms which provide for the greatest degree of accuracy. Two missile slots in the side torso make a it possible for missile systems to be either a primary or back up weapons payload. Like all Hero Mechs, the Heavy Metal provides a Cbill 30% bonus to all money earned. It is also unique in that it plays music when the pilot destroys another 'Mech.

Weaknesses[ | ]

The -HM can mount a ballistic weapon in the right arm, but the sizes are limited by the inclusion of a lower arm actuator. An Autocannon 20 for example cannot be mounted there. Taking advantage of the two ballistic Hardpoints there will require a mix of lighter autocannons. The twisting range of the arms, a mere 20°, may limit the effectiveness of the Heavy Metal in close range fighting.


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References[ | ]

  1. HGN-HM.mdf file (Piranha Games\MechWarrior Online\Game\Objects.pak\Objects\mechs\Highlander\HGN-HM.mdf)
  2. Rhonda Snord on Sarna.net
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