Mech model doesn't matter, right?

[Adam_Taylor]

I mean, while the Thunderbolt 5S, 5SS and 5SSE have different default loadouts, there's no actual difference between them, is there? I could setup a 5S like a 5SS and vice versa and they'd be just the same, right?

 

[kwm1800]

No, the available hardpoints are different. Some model can have two missiles while other can't, and vice versa.

 

[Adam_Taylor]

Oh, I see. That's good to know. I'd not really paid much attention to it before.

 

[Calantyr]

Oh, I see. That's good to know. I'd not really paid much attention to it before.

Different variants also have different armour maximums, maximum mobility, etc. This is visible in the yellow bar graph when you select each mech.

 

[Warspectre]

Some models like the Cicada 3C have a smaller engine than a 2A, which means you can put more equipment on the 3C, even though that's not saying much considering how little you can do with the 2A, but that's just one example of how much the variants can differ. Other variants only differ slightly. Yang will usually give you an idea of what to expect the first time you acquire a new variant.

 

[Adam_Taylor]

So, is there a list of the hardpoints for each mech somewhere?

 

[GUmby_Aaron]

Some models like the Cicada 3C have a smaller engine than a 2A, which means you can put more equipment on the 3C, even though that's not saying much considering how little you can do with the 2A, but that's just one example of how much the variants can differ. Other variants only differ slightly. Yang will usually give you an idea of what to expect the first time you acquire a new variant.

The Cicada-3C is one of the must have mechs for your lance later on in the game if you perfer to use PPC or LRM setups. put a pilot that has the -1 Initiative skill and it'll still move in the light mech phase.

 

[FlyingDutchman]

right here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...OALSIe8ckOuo/htmlview?sle=true#gid=1056420837

 

[tobias.mb]

The Cicada-3C is one of the must have mechs for your lance later on in the game if you perfer to use PPC or LRM setups. put a pilot that has the -1 Initiative skill and it'll still move in the light mech phase.

You are kidding right? There is no reason to use a Cicada, if you could just use a Jenner instead. It's strictly better and can even move in phase 4 without a master tac. pilot.

 

[Calantyr]

You are kidding right? There is no reason to use a Cicada, if you could just use a Jenner instead. It's strictly better and can even move in phase 4 without a master tac. pilot.

Use a Griffin with Master tactician.
Hell, just use Griffin's for everyone. Such a nice 'mech.

 

[Sporketeer]

right here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...OALSIe8ckOuo/htmlview?sle=true#gid=1056420837

This is an awesome piece of work and very much appreciated, thank you!

 

[Scoughman]

This is a sort of related question but has anyone noticed whether weapon hardpoints on the model change? I'm certain I've seen MGs on the outside of the Battlemaster's fist, but say for example if put an AC there would those change to a big gun barrel?

 

[Ertwin]

This is a sort of related question but has anyone noticed whether weapon hardpoints on the model change? I'm certain I've seen MGs on the outside of the Battlemaster's fist, but say for example if put an AC there would those change to a big gun barrel?

They are using the MWO models, so it should. I'm pretty sure my K2 has an AC 5 sticking out of each shoulder.

 

[Ozymandious]

I was messing around with the starter blackjack fittings and when I refitted it back to spec I wasn't paying attention and ended up with the right ac 2 over the med laser and the left ac 2 under it on the model. Looks goofy as heck in the mech bay.

 

[Scoughman]

They are using the MWO models, so it should. I'm pretty sure my K2 has an AC 5 sticking out of each shoulder.

Awesome, yes I confirmed that today swapping my Highlander's arsenal. Same loadout on my K2, two AC/5s, four MLs - like an upgunned BJ.