AutoCannon/2
The Autocannon is a direct-fire ballistic weapon, firing HEAP (High-Explosive Armor-Piercing) rounds at targets either singly or in bursts.
Different manufacturers and models of autocannons have different calibers (25mm-203mm) and rates of fire. Due to this, autocannons are grouped into generic "classes" of autocannons with common damage ratings, with Autocannon/2s having an extremely long range at the cost of having a very small damage output.[4]
When compared against a LRM, the Autocannon 2 class of cannon trades damage and mass for more utility in it's use. The weapon can be fired about 90 meters further than a LRM volley in the "long range" bracket, where this weapon excels. It also has a minimum range which is 60 meters closer than a standard Inner Sphere LRM launcher. Lastly, the cannon also almost applies no heat to the vehicle when firing the cannon, compared to a LRM system.
An Autocannon/2 can use special munitions to increase its effectiveness.
Models[edit]
The Autocannon/2 is manufactured on the following planets:
Armstrong[edit]
As fitted on the Vulcan, the armstrong fires 60mm shells.[5]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Vulcan | {Citation needed} |
Imperator Smoothie-2[edit]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Atreus | Imperator Automatic Weaponry | {Citation needed} |
Mydron D[edit]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Gulkana | Yeffters Weapons Factory | {Citation needed} |
Whirlwind-2[edit]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
{Citation needed} |
ZeusBolt[edit]
Manufactured on | Manufactured by | Typically used in | References |
Dunianshire | Canopus Industries Alpha | {Citation needed} |
References[edit]
- ↑ Interstellar Operations, p. 118, "Prototype Dates For Basic Weapons Table"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 Tech Manual, p. 341, "Inner Sphere Heavy Weapons And Equipment Table"
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 TechManual, p. 317, "Inner Sphere Weapons and Equipment BV Table"
- ↑ TechManual, pp. 207-208, "Autocannons"
- ↑ A Cover of Paint, p. 4