Opossum

The Opossum is DiNapoli Industries' first product, a small SalvageMech that stands out for its low cost, high reliability, and advanced sensors. It is designed for equipment retrieval, spot repairs, and on-field damage diagnostics. The basic design is quite competitive on the SalvageMech market, but ineffective in combat.

In 3131, 21st Centauri Lancers technician Jon Roberson was permitted to modify his Opossum to include light self-defense weaponry. This modified Opossum performed well against unmarked attackers on Ventabren, catching the attention of his officers, the media, and DiNapoli's owner-to-be Bannson Universal Unlimited. Under Bannson Universal, an official refit kit was released duplicating Roberson's modifications, and as such the OPO-3 MOD found a home in units looking for combat-capable and self-protecting salvage equipment.

Weapons and Equipment
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD wields a LAC/2 that takes up much of the right arm, assisted by an advanced fire control system. Its left arm, a salvage arm, remains dedicated to the 'Mech's original purpose. Heavy industrial armor keeps the Opossum somewhat protected.

Variants

 * OPO-2 : The original Opossum SalvageMech, introduced in 3110, carries a spot welder and a Beagle active probe instead of the LAC/2. BV (2.0) = 240.

Design Quirks
The OPO-3 Opossum MOD is subject to the following Design Quirk:
 * Improved Sensors

Notable Pilots

 * See: Category: Notable Opossum Pilots