DOC-06 · TECHNICAL READOUT
Marauder II MAD-210T
Mass: 100 tons
Chassis Configuration: Biped
Power Plant: 300 XL
Cruising Speed: 32.4 kph
Maximum Speed: 54 kph
Jump Jets: 3 (90m)
Armor: Standard
Armament:
1 ER PPC
3 Medium Laser
2 Gauss Rifle
Manufacturer: Memphis Motive Works
Primary Factory: Memphis
Communication System:
Targeting & Tracking System:
Introduction Year: 3049
Tech Rating/Availability: Inner Sphere
Cost: 22.44 million C-bills
Overview
The Marauder II is the ultimate expression of the Marauder concept — a 100-ton assault 'Mech that shares its Starheart 300 XL engine with the 75-ton MAD-10T, maintaining Common Heart logistics compatibility at the assault weight class. The name choice was a direct challenge to Wolf's Dragoons.
Capabilities
Dual arm-mounted Gauss Rifles provide devastating alpha strikes that generate no heat, allowing sustained fire that would shut down lesser 'Mechs. The ER PPC adds a third heavy weapon for long-range engagement. Three jump jets — extraordinary for a 100-ton 'Mech — give tactical mobility that enemies consistently fail to anticipate.
Deployment
Marauder IIs exist in single-digit quantities. Each represents an enormous investment and a statement of TSG's industrial capability. Regimental commanders and above pilot these machines. Enemies who see a Marauder II know they face the senior commander in the area.
History
Wolf's Dragoons built the original Marauder II in 3012 and treated the TSG as a "minor league" operation for decades. The MAD-10T was TriStar's response — a 100-ton assault 'Mech matching the Dragoons' design, built entirely from Periphery March resources. When the Clan Invasion revealed the Dragoons' true origins, every slight was reframed as deliberate distancing by Clan intelligence operatives. Tennessee Starr's death at Luthien — covering the Dragoons' Beta Regiment withdrawal — finally ended the enmity.
Type: Marauder II
Technology Base: Inner Sphere
Tonnage: 100
| Weapons and Ammo | Location | Critical | Tonnage |
|---|---|---|---|
| ER PPC | Right Torso | 3 | 7 |
| Medium Laser | Left Arm | 1 | 1 |
| Medium Laser | Right Arm | 1 | 1 |
| Gauss Rifle | Right Arm | 7 | 15 |
| Gauss Rifle | Left Arm | 7 | 15 |
| Medium Laser | Center Torso | 1 | 1 |
| Gauss Ammo x3 | LT | 3 | 3 |
| Gauss Ammo x3 | RT | 3 | 3 |