Clan Compact Particle Projector Cannon

The Compact Particle Projector Cannon (CPPC) is a Clantech weapon that reduces the size and power of their Clan ER PPC, while increasing the risk of explosion in combat due to the dangerous miniaturization of the components.

History
The CPPC wasn't developed from the Clan ER PPC directly, but rather is an alternate development applying increased technology and modern engineering processes to the Enhanced Extended Range Particle Projector Cannon.


 * Prototyped: 3011 (Clan Jade Falcon)
 * Production: 3023

Comparison
Compared to the Clan ER PPC, the Clan Compact Particle Projector Cannon has several pros and cons:

Advantages:
 * Occupies one less critical slot (1 instead of 2, so half the space).
 * Weights 1 less ton (5 instead of 6).
 * Generates 3 less heat (12 instead of 15).
 * Doesn't require to remove lower arm and/or hand actuator to mount in arm.
 * Lower cost (20% less C-bills, BV).

Disadvantages:
 * Deals 3 less damage (12 instead of 15).
 * Has 1 less maximum range.
 * Has 1 more minimum range.
 * Explodes like a Gauss Rifle when critted if it was fired that turn, dealing 12 damage to the user.
 * Harder to mantain (repairs cost 50% more time & money than normal).

Rules
All optional and fanmade rules that apply to Particle Projector Cannons apply to the CPPC, including the ability to add PPC Capacitors.