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{{Mech|
 
{{Mech|
| Image = File:Cougar.jpg
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| Image = File:Cougar.png
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| ImageGif = File:Cougar_spin.gif
 
| Class = Light
 
| Class = Light
 
| Faction = Clan
 
| Faction = Clan
| Tickets = 5
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| Tickets = 4
| Tier = 6
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| Tier = 5
 
| Tonnage = 35
 
| Tonnage = 35
 
| Speed = 86.4
 
| Speed = 86.4
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| PitchCrouch = -35° to +50°
 
| PitchCrouch = -35° to +50°
  
| Price Prime = 56 400
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| Price Prime = 49 900
| ArmorT Prime = 32 417
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| ArmorT Prime = 34 335
 
| Engine Prime = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine Prime = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons Prime = <ul>
 
| Weapons Prime = <ul>
 
<li>2x [[CLPL]]
 
<li>2x [[CLPL]]
<li>2x [[CLRM10]]
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<li>2x [[CLRM5]]
 +
<li>1x [[B-Pod]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip Prime = <ul>
 
| Equip Prime = <ul>
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
<li>3 [[DHS]]
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<li>6 [[DHS]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
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<li>7t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price A = 58 600
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| Price A = 52 300
| ArmorT A = 32 417
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| ArmorT A = 34 335
 
| Engine A = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine A = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
 
| Weapons A = <ul>
 +
<li>2x [[CMPL]]
 
<li>1x [[CLRM15]]
 
<li>1x [[CLRM15]]
 
<li>1x [[CDSRM6]]
 
<li>1x [[CDSRM6]]
<li>2x [[CMPL]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip A = <ul>
 
| Equip A = <ul>
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<li>1 [[DHS]]
 
<li>1 [[DHS]]
 
<li>1 [[free tons]]
 
<li>1 [[free tons]]
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
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<li>7t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price B = 58 450
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| Price B = 51 200
| ArmorT B = 32 417
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| ArmorT B = 32 400
 
| Engine B = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine B = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons B = <ul>
 
| Weapons B = <ul>
<li>2x [[CLRM5]]
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<li>2x [[CLBX5]]
<li>2x [[CUAC5]]
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<li>1x [[CERPPC]]
<li>1x [[TAG]]
 
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip B = <ul>
 
| Equip B = <ul>
 
<li>[[C3]]
 
<li>[[C3]]
<li>[[BAP]]
 
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[JJ]]
 
<li>[[JJ]]
<li>0 [[DHS]]
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<li>1 [[DHS]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>0 [[free tons]]
 
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
 
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price C = 57 650
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| Price C = 51 800
| ArmorT C = 32 417
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| ArmorT C = 32 400
 
| Engine C = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine C = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
 
| Weapons C = <ul>
<li>1x [[CERLBL]]
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<li>2x [[CLRM15]]
<li>1x [[CERMBL]]
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<li>2x [[CERML]]
<li>2x [[CLRM10]]
 
 
<li>1x [[CNARC]]
 
<li>1x [[CNARC]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip C = <ul>
 
| Equip C = <ul>
<li>[[BAP]]
 
 
<li>[[JJ]]
 
<li>[[JJ]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
<li>1 [[free ton]]
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<li>0 [[free ton]]
 
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
 
<li>6.5t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price D = 67 300
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| Price D = 57 800
| ArmorT D = 36 297
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| ArmorT D = 34 335
 
| Engine D = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine D = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons D = <ul>
 
| Weapons D = <ul>
 +
<li>2x [[CDSSRM4]]
 
<li>2x [[CHML]]
 
<li>2x [[CHML]]
<li>2x [[CDSSRM4]]
+
<li>1x [[CHSL]]
 +
<li>1x [[B-Pod]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip D = <ul>
 
| Equip D = <ul>
 
<li>[[GECM]]
 
<li>[[GECM]]
<li>[[MASC]]
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<li>4 [[DHS]]
<li>2 [[DHS]]
 
 
<li>2 [[free tons]]
 
<li>2 [[free tons]]
<li>7.5t [[Armor]]
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<li>7t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price E = 51 100
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| Price E = 49 300
| ArmorT E = 32 417
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| ArmorT E = 32 400
 
| Engine E = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine E = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons E = <ul>
 
| Weapons E = <ul>
<li>3x [[CERMBL]]
+
<li>3x [[CERML]]
 
<li>2x [[ATM6#Standard|ATM6 (Std)]]
 
<li>2x [[ATM6#Standard|ATM6 (Std)]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
 
| Equip E = <ul>
 
| Equip E = <ul>
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<li>[[EOptics]]
 
<li>[[JJ]]
 
<li>[[JJ]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
 
<li>2 [[DHS]]
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</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price F = 61 650
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| Price F = 55 350
| ArmorT F = 36 297
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| ArmorT F = 34 335
 
| Engine F = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine F = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
 
| Weapons F = <ul>
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<li>4 [[DHS]]
 
<li>4 [[DHS]]
 
<li>2 [[free tons]]
 
<li>2 [[free tons]]
<li>7.5t [[Armor]]
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<li>7t [[Armor]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
  
| Price G = 55 600
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| Price G = 51 300
| ArmorT G = 32 417
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| ArmorT G = 32 400
 
| Engine G = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Engine G = 175 JF Extralight
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
 
| Weapons G = <ul>
<li>2x [[CERLBL]]
+
<li>2x [[CERLL]]
 
<li>2x [[ATM6#Extended Range ATM|ATM6 ER]]
 
<li>2x [[ATM6#Extended Range ATM|ATM6 ER]]
 
</ul>
 
</ul>
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| Armor H = 1380
 
| Armor H = 1380
| Armor LRT = 3411
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| Armor LRT = 3213
| Armor CT = 4673
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| Armor CT = 5561
| Armor B = 2804
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| Armor B = 2966
| Armor LRA = 2313
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| Armor LRA = 2595
| Armor LRL = 3785
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| Armor LRL = 4004
| Armor INT = 2271
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| Armor INT = 2402
  
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The '''Cougar''' is a [[Clan]] [[Light Mech]] focused on long-range damage and intelligence support. The Cougar is generally equipped with high-damage, long-range weapons, making it an effective early-game sniper against other Light and [[Medium Mechs]].  Cougars can carry a wide variety of equipment, making it an extremely adaptable chassis suitable for many roles.
 
The '''Cougar''' is a [[Clan]] [[Light Mech]] focused on long-range damage and intelligence support. The Cougar is generally equipped with high-damage, long-range weapons, making it an effective early-game sniper against other Light and [[Medium Mechs]].  Cougars can carry a wide variety of equipment, making it an extremely adaptable chassis suitable for many roles.
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==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
==Roles and Gameplay Hints==
 
===Prime===
 
===Prime===
The Cougar Prime is equipped with two [[cLPL]]s a pair of [[cLRM10]], giving it powerful long-range damage dealing capabilities that don't diminish until the enemy is practically hugging the unit.  Though lacking any sort of Equipment, the Prime Variant is still quite deadly, capable of dealing out respectable damage for a low price tag.  3 [[DHS]] don't stand a single chance of keeping the Cougar Prime running cool with all guns constantly firing, so care must be taken to not overheat. Chain-firing its weapons will keep the heat build up under control on most planets. On hotter planets you're better off just using either the [[LPL]]s or [[LRM]]s depending on your range, or just picking a different unit altogether.
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The Cougar Prime is equipped with two [[cLPL]]s a pair of [[cLRM5]], giving it powerful long-range damage dealing capabilities that don't diminish until the enemy is practically hugging the unit.  Equipped with [[B-Pod]] to help deal with [[Battle Armor]], the Prime Variant is quite deadly, capable of dealing out respectable damage for a low price tag.  3 [[DHS]] don't stand a single chance of keeping the Cougar Prime running cool with all guns constantly firing, so care must be taken to not overheat. Chain-firing its weapons will keep the heat build up under control on most planets. On hotter planets you're better off just using either the [[LPL]]s or [[LRM]]s depending on your range, or just picking a different unit altogether.
  
 
===Variant A===
 
===Variant A===
The A variant is a very capable short to mid range unit. The Cougar A is armed with a [[cLRM15]], a [[cDSSRM6]] and two [[cMPL]]s allowing it to handle threats at any range. It's best engagement range is one where it can bring all its weapons to bear, which is between about 50m, the minimum arming range of [[cLRM]]s, and 450m, the maximum range of the [[cSSRM]]s. Its [[iJJ|improved Jump Jets]] enable it to move around the battlefield quickly, either to bring its shorter-ranged weapons to bear or to kite a slower enemy. Its [[LAMS]] provides useful team support and provides protection against enemy missile volleys. This mech can start to run hot in combat.
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The A variant is a very capable short to mid range unit. The Cougar A is armed with a [[cLRM15]], a [[cDSSRM6]] and two [[cMPL]]s allowing it to handle threats at any range. It's best engagement range is one where it can bring all its weapons to bear, which is right at 350m and below, the [[minimum range|minimum arming range]] 20m of [[cLRM]]s, and 350m the maximum range of the [[cSSRM]]s its two CMPL good out to 500m. Fitted with [[iJJ|Improved Jump Jets]], enables it to move around the battlefield quickly, either to bring its shorter-ranged weapons to bear or to kite a slower enemy. Its [[LAMS]] provides useful team support and provides protection against enemy missile volleys. This mech can start to run hot in combat with just 1 [[DHS]] so watch your temperature and use coolant when required. One [[Free tons | free ton]] is available so load up before you head out.
  
 
===Variant B===
 
===Variant B===
The Cougar B is an ammo dependent scout variant. Armed with 2x [[CLRM5]] and 2x [[CUAC5]], capable of an very effective mid- to long-range punch. Its [[TAG]] designator will place the [[CLRM5]]'s right on target and allowing it to use its [[Enhanced Optics]] to mark targets for its team from 1300m out, beyond the effective range of most weapons and just outside its [[BAP]] enhanced radar radius. Its [[iJJ|Improved Jump Jets]] Jets allow it both to reach vantage points for its role as a spotter / sniper, as well as giving it the capability to jump snipe. When not running passive near the edge of its effective range a [[C3]] suite allows it to relay radar information to the rest of its team, but makes it even harder to hide from approaching enemies.
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The Cougar B is a sniper scout variant. Armed with a [[CERPPC]] and two [[CLBX5]]s, capable of a very effective mid- to long-range punch. [[Enhanced Optics]] to survey the battlefield, while it's [[JJ|Jump Jets]] allow it both to reach vantage points for its role as a spotter / sniper, as well as giving it the capability to jump snipe. When not running passive near the edge of its effective range a [[C3]] suite allows it to relay radar information to the rest of its team, but makes it even harder to hide from approaching enemies. With only 1 [[DHS]] keeping an eye on your temps is a must.
  
 
===Variant C===
 
===Variant C===
The Cougar C is an aggressive NARC asset. Mounting a [[cNARC]] launcher fed by an extra ton of ammo, this variant is capable of jumping out of cover with its [[JJ|Jump Jets]], sticking a beacon on a prey of its choice while leaving only a small window of retaliation, and exploiting it along with the rest of its team using its pair of [[cLRM10]] launchers. Carrying its own NARC allows it to bypass the clan LRM limitation of not arcing over nearby obstacles by firing away from its designated target. Unfortunately, without any reloads the LRM racks will soon run out, but pilots are bound to stay until they run out of NARCs as its own indirect fire ability is a bonus and not enough to warrant taking the asset without dedicated friendly units to support. Providing some backup direct fire are a [[cERLBL]] and [[cERMBL]], not dealing any insane damage, but capable of harassing targets at mid to long ranges as well as deterring [[BA]] with pinpoint strikes. Its two [[DHS]] usually don't have to work too hard to manage heat, as situations where it has to deploy all of its weapons and equipment usually mean it's in a bad spot and will soon either reposition or perish.
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The Cougar C is an aggressive NARC asset. Mounting a [[CNARC]], this variant is capable of jumping out of cover with its [[JJ|Jump Jets]], sticking a beacon on a prey of its choice while leaving only a small window of retaliation, and exploiting it along with the rest of its team using its pair of [[CLRM15]] launchers. Carrying its own NARC allows it to bypass the clan LRM limitation of not arcing over nearby obstacles by firing away from its designated target. Unfortunately, without any reloads the LRM racks will soon run out, but pilots are bound to stay until they run out of NARCs as its own [[indirect fire]] ability is a bonus and not enough to warrant taking the asset without dedicated friendly units to support. Providing some backup direct fire are 2 [[CERML]], not dealing any insane damage, but capable of harassing targets at mid, as well as deterring [[BA]] with pinpoint strikes. Its two [[DHS]] usually don't have to work too hard to manage heat, as situations where it has to deploy all of its weapons and equipment usually mean it's in a bad spot and will soon either reposition or perish.
  
 
===Variant D===
 
===Variant D===
The Cougar D comes as a very powerful brawler. Strictly a close range, twin [[cHML]]s allow for high damage while two [[cDSSRM4]] add punch cockpit shake. The smart mech pilot must take into account the high heat output. Pacing the damage output will give it a chance to pack such a wallop. especially with only 2 [[DHS|Double Heatsink]]s.  Its no doubt that D Variant will become a favorite to Mech pilots wanting to hunt down Battle Armors and Vehicles, which should give some a means to pausing and thinking twice facing this variant. On the equipment side, [[MASC]] and [[GECM]] helps it reach its desired engagement window, and an extra ton of armor gives staying power.
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The Cougar D comes as a very powerful brawler. Strictly a close range, twin [[CHML]]s and one [[CHSL]] allow for high damage while two [[CDSSRM4]] add punch cockpit shake. The smart mech pilot must take into account the high heat output. Pacing the damage output will give it a chance to pack such a wallop, especially with only 4 [[DHS|Double Heatsink]]s.  Its no doubt that D Variant will become a favorite to Mech pilots wanting to hunt down Battle Armors using its [[B-Pod]], and Vehicles, which should give some a means to pausing and thinking twice facing this variant. On the equipment side, [[GECM]] helps it reach its desired engagement, with an 2 [[Free tons]] ammo and extra tons of armor gives staying power, similar to medium mechs. It has 800 more armor on side torsos, 1200 extra armor on center torso, as well as 1000 more armor on legs. Arms, back torso and internals gaining only 500 more armor.
  
 
===Variant E===  
 
===Variant E===  
The Cougar E is a powerhouse at medium range. Twin [[ATM6]]s with 2 extra tons of ammo give it range and endurance. Its three [[cERMBL]]s back these up, doubling as point defence within their minimum range. Its [[JJ|Standard Jumpjets]] afford it a degree of jump-sniping ability, the ATMs often managing to lock and fire against active radar enemies before you drop back behind cover. With only a pair of [[DHS]] this is an attack pattern that is impossible to sustain, requiring breaking off to cool down and judicious use of chain fire during prolonged engagements even without using the jets, controlling laser use to leave enough heat capacity for missile volleys.
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The Cougar E is a powerhouse at medium range. Twin [[ATM6]]s with 2 extra tons of ammo give it range and endurance. Its three [[cERML]]s back these up, doubling as point defence within their [[minimum range]]. Its [[JJ|Standard Jumpjets]] afford it a degree of jump-sniping ability, the ATMs often managing to lock and fire against active radar enemies before you drop back behind cover. With only a pair of [[DHS]] this is an attack pattern that is impossible to sustain, requiring breaking off to cool down and judicious use of chain fire during prolonged engagements even without using the jets, controlling laser use to leave enough heat capacity for missile volleys.
  
 
===Variant F===  
 
===Variant F===  
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===Variant G===  
 
===Variant G===  
A variant intended for extreme range fire or anti-air duty. The Cougar G mounts two [[ATM|ATM6 ER]] launchers capable of locking onto targets 1250m away, as well as two [[cERLBL]] providing pinpoint damage at 900m out and, of course, [[EOptics|Enhanced Optics]] to more accurately use them. [[JJ|Jump Jets]] enhance the unit's manoeuvrability, allowing it to reach a vantage point with clear line of sight to the enemy beyond their weapon's reach, as well as enabling swift escapes from approaching units. Being afforded no extra tons of ammo, the unit is dependent upon supply lines, and even then its damage dealing potential is somewhat low due to the underpowered nature of extended range ATM munitions. 2 [[DHS]] don't provide enough heat dissipation for constant alpha strikes due to the poisonous heat generated by clan large lasers, but operating at extreme ranges using just the ATMs is a cooler if somewhat underpowered proposition.
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A variant intended for extreme range fire or anti-air duty. The Cougar G mounts two [[ATM|ATM6 ER]] launchers capable of locking onto targets 1250m away, as well as two [[cERLL]] providing pinpoint damage at 900m out and, of course, [[EOptics|Enhanced Optics]] to more accurately use them. [[JJ|Jump Jets]] enhance the unit's manoeuvrability, allowing it to reach a vantage point with clear line of sight to the enemy beyond their weapon's reach, as well as enabling swift escapes from approaching units. Being afforded no extra tons of ammo, the unit is dependent upon supply lines, and even then its damage dealing potential is somewhat low due to the underpowered nature of extended range ATM munitions. 2 [[DHS]] don't provide enough heat dissipation for constant alpha strikes due to the poisonous heat generated by clan large lasers, but operating at extreme ranges using just the ATMs is a cooler if somewhat underpowered proposition.
  
  
 
==Canon==
 
==Canon==
 
After the Refusal War with Clan Wolf, Falcon Khan Marthe Pryde decided to upgrade the 'Mechs her Clan fielded as they rebuilt. Rather than waste precious resources designing a new OmniMech from the ground up, she instructed her scientists to improve upon existing designs. The design the scientists chose to modify was the Adder. Though the two 'Mechs are visually similar and share the same weight, the Falcon Cougar is slower and better armed, though it only has six and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. This process enabled the Falcon scientists to produce a new design in roughly half the time it would have taken them otherwise.
 
After the Refusal War with Clan Wolf, Falcon Khan Marthe Pryde decided to upgrade the 'Mechs her Clan fielded as they rebuilt. Rather than waste precious resources designing a new OmniMech from the ground up, she instructed her scientists to improve upon existing designs. The design the scientists chose to modify was the Adder. Though the two 'Mechs are visually similar and share the same weight, the Falcon Cougar is slower and better armed, though it only has six and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. This process enabled the Falcon scientists to produce a new design in roughly half the time it would have taken them otherwise.
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Date Introduced 3058 during the Era known as "Clan Invasion" (3050 - 3061) - Unit Role: Sniper
  
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Cougar BattleTech Reference]
 
[http://www.sarna.net/wiki/Cougar BattleTech Reference]
  
 
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Revision as of 23:35, 13 June 2021

Cougar
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Class: Light Mech
Faction: Clan
Ticket cost: 4 upon destruction
Tier: 5
Tonnage: 35 tons
Speed: 86.4 km/h (120 km/h with MASC)
Torso yaw: 280°
Torso pitch: -35° to +40° while standing.
-35° to +50° while crouching.
Variant Armament
Variant Weapons Equipment
Prime:
Price: 49 900 CBills
Total armor: 34 335
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
A:
Price: 52 300 CBills
Total armor: 34 335
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
B:
Price: 51 200 CBills
Total armor: 32 400
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
C:
Price: 51 800 CBills
Total armor: 32 400
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
D:
Price: 57 800 CBills
Total armor: 34 335
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
E:
Price: 49 300 CBills
Total armor: 32 400
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
F:
Price: 55 350 CBills
Total armor: 34 335
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
G:
Price: 51 300 CBills
Total armor: 32 400
Engine Size: 175 JF Extralight
Armor Points Distribution
BT
HD
LA
LL
LT
CT
RT
RA
RL
INT
2966
1380
2595
2595
4004
3213
5561
3213
2595
4004
2402

All stats current as of release 0.15.3

The Cougar is a Clan Light Mech focused on long-range damage and intelligence support. The Cougar is generally equipped with high-damage, long-range weapons, making it an effective early-game sniper against other Light and Medium Mechs. Cougars can carry a wide variety of equipment, making it an extremely adaptable chassis suitable for many roles.


Roles and Gameplay Hints

Prime

The Cougar Prime is equipped with two cLPLs a pair of cLRM5, giving it powerful long-range damage dealing capabilities that don't diminish until the enemy is practically hugging the unit. Equipped with B-Pod to help deal with Battle Armor, the Prime Variant is quite deadly, capable of dealing out respectable damage for a low price tag. 3 DHS don't stand a single chance of keeping the Cougar Prime running cool with all guns constantly firing, so care must be taken to not overheat. Chain-firing its weapons will keep the heat build up under control on most planets. On hotter planets you're better off just using either the LPLs or LRMs depending on your range, or just picking a different unit altogether.

Variant A

The A variant is a very capable short to mid range unit. The Cougar A is armed with a cLRM15, a cDSSRM6 and two cMPLs allowing it to handle threats at any range. It's best engagement range is one where it can bring all its weapons to bear, which is right at 350m and below, the minimum arming range 20m of cLRMs, and 350m the maximum range of the cSSRMs its two CMPL good out to 500m. Fitted with Improved Jump Jets, enables it to move around the battlefield quickly, either to bring its shorter-ranged weapons to bear or to kite a slower enemy. Its LAMS provides useful team support and provides protection against enemy missile volleys. This mech can start to run hot in combat with just 1 DHS so watch your temperature and use coolant when required. One free ton is available so load up before you head out.

Variant B

The Cougar B is a sniper scout variant. Armed with a CERPPC and two CLBX5s, capable of a very effective mid- to long-range punch. Enhanced Optics to survey the battlefield, while it's Jump Jets allow it both to reach vantage points for its role as a spotter / sniper, as well as giving it the capability to jump snipe. When not running passive near the edge of its effective range a C3 suite allows it to relay radar information to the rest of its team, but makes it even harder to hide from approaching enemies. With only 1 DHS keeping an eye on your temps is a must.

Variant C

The Cougar C is an aggressive NARC asset. Mounting a CNARC, this variant is capable of jumping out of cover with its Jump Jets, sticking a beacon on a prey of its choice while leaving only a small window of retaliation, and exploiting it along with the rest of its team using its pair of CLRM15 launchers. Carrying its own NARC allows it to bypass the clan LRM limitation of not arcing over nearby obstacles by firing away from its designated target. Unfortunately, without any reloads the LRM racks will soon run out, but pilots are bound to stay until they run out of NARCs as its own indirect fire ability is a bonus and not enough to warrant taking the asset without dedicated friendly units to support. Providing some backup direct fire are 2 CERML, not dealing any insane damage, but capable of harassing targets at mid, as well as deterring BA with pinpoint strikes. Its two DHS usually don't have to work too hard to manage heat, as situations where it has to deploy all of its weapons and equipment usually mean it's in a bad spot and will soon either reposition or perish.

Variant D

The Cougar D comes as a very powerful brawler. Strictly a close range, twin CHMLs and one CHSL allow for high damage while two CDSSRM4 add punch cockpit shake. The smart mech pilot must take into account the high heat output. Pacing the damage output will give it a chance to pack such a wallop, especially with only 4 Double Heatsinks. Its no doubt that D Variant will become a favorite to Mech pilots wanting to hunt down Battle Armors using its B-Pod, and Vehicles, which should give some a means to pausing and thinking twice facing this variant. On the equipment side, GECM helps it reach its desired engagement, with an 2 Free tons ammo and extra tons of armor gives staying power, similar to medium mechs. It has 800 more armor on side torsos, 1200 extra armor on center torso, as well as 1000 more armor on legs. Arms, back torso and internals gaining only 500 more armor.

Variant E

The Cougar E is a powerhouse at medium range. Twin ATM6s with 2 extra tons of ammo give it range and endurance. Its three cERMLs back these up, doubling as point defence within their minimum range. Its Standard Jumpjets afford it a degree of jump-sniping ability, the ATMs often managing to lock and fire against active radar enemies before you drop back behind cover. With only a pair of DHS this is an attack pattern that is impossible to sustain, requiring breaking off to cool down and judicious use of chain fire during prolonged engagements even without using the jets, controlling laser use to leave enough heat capacity for missile volleys.

Variant F

Sporting 5 cSPLs and 2 cDSRM4s and an extra ton of armor, the F variant is a very short range focused brawler with an effective range of 350m. Thankfully, Improved Jump Jets give it an easier time approaching enemies and a BAP gives it greater awareness of the battlefield, despite users usually switching to passive as they begin their approach. Its five DHS add much needed cooling support, as care must be taken to not overheat if mixing combat jumping with alpha strikes.

Variant G

A variant intended for extreme range fire or anti-air duty. The Cougar G mounts two ATM6 ER launchers capable of locking onto targets 1250m away, as well as two cERLL providing pinpoint damage at 900m out and, of course, Enhanced Optics to more accurately use them. Jump Jets enhance the unit's manoeuvrability, allowing it to reach a vantage point with clear line of sight to the enemy beyond their weapon's reach, as well as enabling swift escapes from approaching units. Being afforded no extra tons of ammo, the unit is dependent upon supply lines, and even then its damage dealing potential is somewhat low due to the underpowered nature of extended range ATM munitions. 2 DHS don't provide enough heat dissipation for constant alpha strikes due to the poisonous heat generated by clan large lasers, but operating at extreme ranges using just the ATMs is a cooler if somewhat underpowered proposition.


Canon

After the Refusal War with Clan Wolf, Falcon Khan Marthe Pryde decided to upgrade the 'Mechs her Clan fielded as they rebuilt. Rather than waste precious resources designing a new OmniMech from the ground up, she instructed her scientists to improve upon existing designs. The design the scientists chose to modify was the Adder. Though the two 'Mechs are visually similar and share the same weight, the Falcon Cougar is slower and better armed, though it only has six and a half tons of Ferro-Fibrous armor. This process enabled the Falcon scientists to produce a new design in roughly half the time it would have taken them otherwise.

Date Introduced 3058 during the Era known as "Clan Invasion" (3050 - 3061) - Unit Role: Sniper

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