Hunchback

{{InfoBoxBattleMech
|image=hunchback.jpg
|name=Hunchback
|tech=[[:Category:Inner Sphere BattleMechs|Inner Sphere]]
|class=[[:Category:Medium BattleMechs|Medium]]]
|cost=  C-bills
|mass=50 Tons
|chassis=[[Endo Steel]]
|armor=9.5 Tons[[Ferro-Fibrous]]
|heat sinks=0
|jumpjets=No
|speed=98.03
|armament=
Stock Configuration
*1x[[LBX20]]
*1x[[SRM6]]
*2x[[Medium Laser]]s
*[[ECM]]
*[[IFF]]

}}

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


==Description==
The HBK-5HG is a refit of a classic Inner Sphere Mech. The Hunchback is now capable of mounting the new [[Heavy Gauss Rifle]], making it a considerable threat within its weight class.

== Tactical Analysis ==
'''Strengths'''<br>
Generally not considered a long range threat, the Hunchback excels at penetrating and disrupting enemy defenses, its [[ECM]] and [[IFF]] making it extremely effective in this role. Though small, the Hunchback is a mech that no field commander wants to have running loose behind their lines. This mech can pack a serious punch and is fully capable of suddenly appearing in the midst of defenders, defeating much larger opponents and quickly retreating to cover. Its stealth equipment capacity, exceptional speed and responsive torso create a chassis well suited to close combat, infiltration and insurgency roles.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/index_mechs.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

'''Weaknesses'''<br>
The Hunchback is very fast compared to other Medium mechs, and this along with a comprehensive electronics suite make is tough to track and engage successfully. Best if destroyed or damaged at long range, before the powerful ballistic weapons it is capable of carrying can destroy valuable battlefield assets. While well protected, the 50 ton chassis is limited in the amount of damage it can sustain and still be a viable combat option. Counter this unit with fast [[Loki]] or [[Dragon]] units, which can nearly match the speed, but carry a bit more firepower. Its lack of Jump capability limits its ability to penetrate defenses.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/index_mechs.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

==Chassis==
'''Performance Specifications'''
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<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-->7.78<br>
<!--Deceleration-->11.67<br>
<!--Turn Rate-->0.87<br>
<!--Torso Twist-->120<br>
<!--Twist Speed-->80<br>
<!--Elevation-->50<br>
<!--Heat Capacity-->40.7<br>
1.91<br>
350
</td>
</tr>
</table>

==Weapon Slots==
[[Image:hunchbackslots.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 valign=top>Left Arm</td>
       <td>1 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Ballistic]]<br>2 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Energy]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td valign=top>Right Arm</td>
       <td>1 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Ballistic]]<br>2 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Energy]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Left Torso</td>
       <td>2 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Ammo Consuming]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Right Torso</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Center Torso</td>
       <td>2 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Missile]]</td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Head</td>
       <td></td>
</tr>
<tr>
       <td>Gun Rack</td>
       <td>4 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Ballistic]]</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>Yes</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>No</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>Yes</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td align="right">[[Equipment#Advanced Gyro|Advanced Gyro]]</td>
<td>No</td>
</tr>

</table>

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==Related 'Mechs==
[[Hunchback IIC]] -

==Notes==


==References==
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[[Category:BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]
[[Category:Medium BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]
[[Category:50 ton BattleMechs|{{PAGENAME}}]]
[[Category:Inner Sphere BattleMechs]]