Tenchi

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Tenchi
Custom Design
Designer	MekTek
Production information
Manufacturer	Luthien Armor Works - OmniMech Production Facility
Model	TEN-81
Class	Heavy
Technical specifications
Mass	65 Tons
Chassis	Alshain 72 Standard
Armor	StarSlab/S Reactive
Engine	Vlar 300
Speed	85.01 km/h
Jump Jets	Icarus
Armament	2 x Rotary AC/2s 2 x Machine Guns 4 x Medium Lasers
BV (1.0)	N/A
BV (2.0)	N/A

[edit] Description

With the advent of Rotary Autocannons in 3062, a mad dash within the Inner Sphere to create 'Mechs utilizing the new technology had begun. Once reports of a new RAC-using 'Mech from the Free Worlds League, dubbed the "Talos", crossed the Draconis Combine, DCMS engineers were quick to counter with a heavy fast-attack OmniMech design, dubbed Tenchi. Named after one of the 'Mech's development staff, the Tenchi has a unique appearance, resembling the front half of an attack helicopter mounted upon reverse-joint legs.

Built upon an Alshain frame and powered by a reliable Vlar 300 engine, the 65-ton Tenchi is capable of a top speed just over 85 km/h and is protected by a whopping nineteen tons of StarSlab/S (Special) Reactive armor. Pilots must take special care not to expose the Tenchi's rear to enemies, as that section of the 'Mech is much weaker, even compared to other 'Mechs. Finally, a set of Icarus jump jets allows the Tenchi to leap just short of 130 meters.

[edit] Armament

The Tenchi was designed first and foremost as a DCMS Rotary Autocannon vehicle, and as such the 'Mech carries a pair of Myrdon Model RC Rotary AC/2s, each with an additional ton of ammo, allowing for long-range barrages as the 'Mech closes in on its target. These cannons are accompanied by four Argra 3L Medium Lasers for close-range punch, and two Sperry-Browning Machine Gun clusters to handle infantry. A Guardian ECM Suite minimizes the chances the Tenchi will be detected early as it begins its attacks.

[edit] Variants

Similar to other new designs, the Tenchi has not yet had time to turn up widespread variants.

[edit] Bibliography

MechWarrior IV: Mercenaries MekTek MekPak Expansion