Mad Cat

|name=Mad Cat

|name=Mad Cat

|clan name=Timber Wolf

|clan name=Timber Wolf

|tech=Clan

|tech=Clan

|class=Heavy

|class=Heavy

|cost=12,586,450 C-bills

|cost=12,586,450 C-bills

|Categories=[[Category:Clan BattleMech]][[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]][[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]][[Category:OmniMechs]]

|Categories=[[Category:Clan BattleMech]][[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]][[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]][[Category:OmniMechs]]

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{{Mech Description

{{Mech Description

|Strengths=While first appearances would seem to indicate a second line mech optimized for missile support, the Mad Cat is an extremely capable Clan Omnimech and is readily configured towards any mission. 4 Omni slots can be used to enhance it's capability at any range, and as all 4 are contained in the torso, they are very survivable. The Mad Cat excels as an energy only design, with 12 weapons slots available for this purpose. Configured for a missile support role , up to 10 slots can be used. While the [[Mad Cat MKII]] can be fully optimized for [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] and has [[Electronic Equipment#Jump Jets|jump jet]] capability, the ''Mad Cat'' is better suited for long range fire support or sniper roles. An extremely agile 75 ton battlemech, it can make an effective dogfighter due to it's heavy firepower.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/madcat.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

|Strengths=While first appearances would seem to indicate a second line mech optimized for missile support, the Mad Cat is an extremely capable Clan Omnimech and is readily configured towards any mission. 4 Omni slots can be used to enhance it's capability at any range, and as all 4 are contained in the torso, they are very survivable. The Mad Cat excels as an energy only design, with 12 weapons slots available for this purpose. Configured for a missile support role , up to 10 slots can be used. While the [[Mad Cat MKII]] can be fully optimized for [[:Category:Ballistic Weapons|ballistic weapons]] and has [[Electronic Equipment#Jump Jets|jump jet]] capability, the ''Mad Cat'' is better suited for long range fire support or sniper roles. An extremely agile 75 ton battlemech, it can make an effective dogfighter due to it's heavy firepower.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/madcat.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

|Weaknesses=The prominent nose is a tempting target, and is easily hit from almost any angle. The center torso carries no weaponry however, and such a tactic will usually result in severe damage being done to the attacker. The arms are well protected, and make difficult targets due to the design of the chassis. It's limited torso twist speed and range, along with it's unremarkable turn rate will hinder it in close range fighting, especially against more agile, hard hitting mechs such as the [[Thor]]. The missile racks are easily damaged, and should be quickly targeted in missile heavy configurations.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/madcat.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

|Weaknesses=The prominent nose is a tempting target, and is easily hit from almost any angle. The center torso carries no weaponry however, and such a tactic will usually result in severe damage being done to the attacker. The arms are well protected, and make difficult targets due to the design of the chassis. It's limited torso twist speed and range, along with it's unremarkable turn rate will hinder it in close range fighting, especially against more agile, hard hitting mechs such as the [[Thor]]. The missile racks are easily damaged, and should be quickly targeted in missile heavy configurations.<ref>[http://trm.mektek.net/madcat.htm MechWarrior4 - Technical Reference Manual]</ref>

|Turn Rate=1.10

|Turn Rate=1.10

|Twist Speed=95.00

|Twist Speed=95.00

|Elevation=50.00

|Elevation=50.00

|Torso Twist=90.00

|Torso Twist=90.00

|Second Mech Picture Link=madcatslots.jpg

|Second Mech Picture Link=madcatslots.jpg

|Left Arm Slots=4 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Energy]]

|Left Arm Slots=4 Slot [[Weapon Hardpoint|Energy]]

|Advanced Gyro=No

|Advanced Gyro=No

|Custom Variant=[[Mad Cat Delta]] -  The infamous alternate configuration D from MW3.

|Custom Variant=[[Mad Cat Delta]] -  The infamous alternate configuration D from MW3.

|Related Mechs=*''[[Linebacker]]'' - The ''Linebacker'' was designed as an eventual replacement to the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Linebacker'' boasts a single improvement over the venerable ''Timber Wolf'', a higher walking and running speed, allowing the ''Linebacker'' to keep pace with lighter, faster OmniMechs.  Otherwise, the ''Linebacker'' mounts less armor and ten tons less pod space.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 138</ref>

|Related Mechs=*''[[Linebacker]]'' - The ''Linebacker'' was designed as an eventual replacement to the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Linebacker'' boasts a single improvement over the venerable ''Timber Wolf'', a higher walking and running speed, allowing the ''Linebacker'' to keep pace with lighter, faster OmniMechs.  Otherwise, the ''Linebacker'' mounts less armor and ten tons less pod space.<ref>''Technical Readout: 3055'', p. 138</ref>

*''[[Mad Cat MKII]]'' - Designed by Clan Diamond Shark for trade and profits, the ''Mad Cat Mk II'' is a 90-ton assault BattleMech, with a hull based strongly on that of the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Mad Cat Mk II'' has been dealt to other home clans and Inner Sphere armies, hence the choice of the Inner Sphere designation, "Mad Cat".<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'', p 132</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 136</ref>

*''[[Mad Cat MKII]]'' - Designed by Clan Diamond Shark for trade and profits, the ''Mad Cat Mk II'' is a 90-ton assault BattleMech, with a hull based strongly on that of the ''Timber Wolf''.  The ''Mad Cat Mk II'' has been dealt to other home clans and Inner Sphere armies, hence the choice of the Inner Sphere designation, "Mad Cat".<ref>''[[Technical Readout: 3067]]'', p 132</ref><ref>''Technical Readout: 3050 Upgrade'', p. 136</ref>

|Gallery1=Madcat_original_205.jpg

|Gallery1=Madcat_original_205.jpg

|Gallery1 Description=Mad Cat Schematic

|Gallery1 Description=Mad Cat Schematic

|cost=12,586,450 C-bills

|cost=12,586,450 C-bills

|Categories=[[Category:Clan BattleMech]][[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]][[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]][[Category:OmniMechs]]

|Categories=[[Category:Clan BattleMech]][[Category:Heavy BattleMechs]][[Category:75 ton BattleMechs]][[Category:OmniMechs]]

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