Chimera

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=chimera.jpg
|name=Chimera
|tech=[[:Category:Inner Sphere BattleMechs|Inner Sphere]]
|class=[[:Category:Medium BattleMechs|Medium]]
|cost=  C-bills
|mass=40 Tons
|chassis=[[Endo Steel]]
|armor=10.5 Tons[[Reflective]]
|heat sinks=0
|speed=102.02
|jumpjets=Yes
|armament=
Stock Configuration
*1x[[MRM 20]]
*1x[[Machine Gun]]
*1x[[Large Laser]]
*1x[[Medium Laser]]

}}

<font size="5">'''Chimera'''</font>


==Description==
A new design based on general purpose, the Chimera is capable in any role without being a standout in one specific area.

== Tactical Analysis ==
'''Strengths'''<br>
Suitable as a scout, harassment of enemy support units or to engage [[light]] mechs, the Chimera is nonetheless seldom encountered on the field. Its weapons slots limit it's firepower somewhat, and the chassis lacks the capability to carry much heavy weaponry. The [[Hellspawn]] provides similar performance, but with [[]EC]M capability and additional missile slots. Close range configurations can give it enough firepower to draw attention away from advancing units, and along with [[Jump Jets]] and [[Advanced Gyro]] it can be useful for insurgency roles.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/index_mechs.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

'''Weaknesses'''<br>
Chimera represents a second class threat, and it should not be allowed to disrupt long range support. Its speed will not protect it from heavier, more capable units such as the [[Shadow Cat]], or [[Uziel]], and the Chimera is easily neutralized by minor damage, especially the legs. Targeting its arms is an easy task, they are easily damaged and this removes a significant portion of its combat capacity, leaving it with a 3 slot battery of missiles.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/index_mechs.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

==Chassis==
'''Performance Specifications'''
<table cellspacing='0' cellpadding='0' border='0' width="200px">
<tr>
<td>
Acceleration<br>
Deceleration<br>
Turn Rate<br>
Torso Twist<br>
Twist Speed<br>
Elevation<br>
Heat Capacity<br>
Damage Multiplier<br>
Kill Bonus<br>
</td>
<td align="center">
<!--Acceleration-->18.43<br>
<!--Deceleration-->27.64<br>
<!--Turn Rate-->1.32<br>
<!--Torso Twist-->120<br>
<!--Twist Speed-->70<br>
<!--Elevation-->50<br>
<!--Heat Capacity-->33.3<br>
2.2<br>
410
</td>
</tr>
</table>

==Weapon Slots==
[[Image:chimeraslots.jpg|thumb|right|alt=Mad Cat weapon slots|Mech Lab Weapon Slots]]
<table Width="300>

<tr>
       <td width="100">'''Location'''</td>
       <td>'''Slot Type and Size'''</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Left Arm</td>
       <td>4 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Direct Fire]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Right Arm</td>
       <td>3 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Ballistic]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Left Torso</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Right Torso</td>
       <td>3 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Missile]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Center Torso</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Head</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Special 1</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Special 2</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Left Leg</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Right Leg</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
</table>
== Mountable Equipment ==

<table width="50%" align="center" cellpadding="4">
<tr>
<td align="right">'''Equipment'''</td>
<td>'''Mountable'''</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#ECM|ECM]]</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#BAP|BAP]]</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#Jump Jets|Jump Jets]]</td>
<td>Yes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#LAMS|LAMS]]</td>
<td>Yes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#Enhanced Optics|Enhanced Optics]]</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#IFF Jammer|IFF Jammer]]</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#Advanced Gyro|Advanced Gyro]]</td>
<td>Yes</td>
</tr>

</table>

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[[Chimera "Little Surprise"]] - A surprisingly strong offensive for a 40 ton mech.

==Related 'Mechs==


==Notes==


==References==
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[[Category:Medium BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]
[[Category:40 ton BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]
[[Category:Inner Sphere BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]