MF-FRR-DC-S2 27 February 2014 MEMORANDUM FOR RECORD SUBJECT: Variant Design Recommendations for WVR-6R Wolverine. 1. VARIANT NAME: Musteline Ultra 2. BACKGROUND: The Wolverine was developed as a fast striking ‘Mech. The model was known for versatility throughout the Inner Sphere. Its primary purpose is as a skirmisher, with the ability to move in strike hard and then maneuver out of enemy fields of fire. If cornered, it lives up to its name of Wolverine packing heavy ordinance to make other MechWarriors think twice before tangling with this ‘Mech up close. 3. MODIFICATIONS: Mustaline Ultra takes its concept from the original 7H Variant (See Technical Readout 3025: WVR-7H). It utilizes an Endo Steel structure, XL Engine, and double heat sinks to increase combat capabilities. The Autocannon has been upgraded to an Ultra Autocannon/5 and two additional SRM-6 Packs. The Medium Laser remains in the head of the ‘Mech. These modifications allow for up to Six Tons of ammo to be distributed, based on the fighting style and needs of the MechWarrior. Fire controls should be based on main (Long Range) and auxiliary (M. Laser, 3 x SRM-6) fire systems. This will keep heat down and allow for better ammo conservation. It is recommended that the auxiliary fire system remain on chain fire and only used as an alpha strike under special circumstances (windows of opportunity). 4. KEY EQUIPMENT: a. Endo Steel b. XL Vox 280 c. Double Heat Sinks d. UAC/5 e. 3 x SRM-6 f. Medium Laser 5. FIELD TEST RESULTS: Initial results showed great promise as well as an added bonus to long range and short range fighting styles. Although the Ultra AC/5 has a tendency to jam every so often, this forces a MechWarrior to use “berm drill†Techniques, to keep their head down and prevent them from being spotted so often. Once a ‘Mech is mastered, it can reach speeds of up to 97.2 KPH. The ‘Mech shows potential for out maneuvering heavy or assault ‘Mechs and being able to get behind heavier ‘Mechs to launch its 18 assorted SRMs at the thinner back armor. Jump Jet capability gives it a wide advantage in tight terrain so that it may even out maneuver many ‘Mechs of its own class. Heat control is of little issue in most terrians. Overall, the Wolverine succeeds as a well-rounded skirmisher ‘Mech in these conditions. As stated before, a mechwarrior that prefers longer range combat than shorter range and adjust his ammo loads accordinglingy. 6. Point of Contact is 1LT Brod Tucana, HHT/1-9 Executive Officer. JANIS A. BROADIE CPT, MECH Commanding
