Aesir (Combat Vehicle)

Description
First introduced in 3096, this post-Jihad design was created by Clan Wolf as a cheap anti-aircraft platform. Slow and heavily armored, the Aesir is often set into static positions where its relatively slow speed is not considered a liability. The design also includes CASE for added protection. In addition to its primary role of air defense, the Aesir is often utilized as a mobile gun emplacement.

While initially produced for use in Clan Wolf's second line formations, it has since spread through out the Inner Sphere. Clan Wolf in Exile also produces this design, and Clan Sea Fox is known to sell it to any interested party. With the formation of the Wolf Empire production of the vehicle would be transferred to a former Free Worlds League military company new holdings.

Weapons and Equipment
The Aesir mounts a set of four Type Sierra LB-X Autocannon/2s in its turret. With their long range, and cluster munitions, they serve as an effective counter against airborne raiders. Two tons of ammunition are provided.

The vehicle armor protection includes 9.5 tons of Forging OTR20d Ferro-Fibrous Armor. While giving the vehicle additional protection from crippling damage, the Aesir is equipped with an Armored Motive System.

Variants

 * HAG :Used by Clan Hell's Horses, this version of the Aesir replaces the LB-X autocannons with a single turret mounted HAG/40. It carries six tons of ammunition and retains the armor protection and Armored Motive System of the original Aesir. BV (2.0) = 1,505

Design Quirks
The Aesir is subject to the following Design Quirk:
 * Anti-Aircraft Targeting