Tenchi (MekTek)

==Description==
With the advent of Rotary Autocannons in 3062, a mad dash within the Inner Sphere to create 'Mechs utilizing the new technology had begun. Once reports of a new RAC-using 'Mech from the Free Worlds League, dubbed the "Talos", crossed the Draconis Combine, DCMS engineers were quick to counter with a heavy fast-attack OmniMech design, dubbed Tenchi. Named after one of the 'Mech's development staff, the Tenchi has a unique appearance, resembling the front half of an attack helicopter mounted upon reverse-joint legs.
Tenchi means Sky and Ground in Japanese. 
Built upon an Alshain frame and powered by a reliable Vlar 300 engine, the 65-ton Tenchi is capable of a top speed just over 85 km/h and is protected by a whopping nineteen tons of StarSlab/S (Special) Reactive armor. Pilots must take special care not to expose the Tenchi's rear to enemies, as that section of the 'Mech is much weaker, even compared to other 'Mechs. Finally, a set of Icarus jump jets allows the Tenchi to leap just short of 130 meters.
==Armament==
The Tenchi was designed first and foremost as a DCMS Rotary Autocannon vehicle, and as such the 'Mech carries a pair of Myrdon Model RC Rotary AC/2s, each with an additional ton of ammo, allowing for long-range barrages as the 'Mech closes in on its target. These cannons are accompanied by four Argra 3L Medium Lasers for close-range punch, and two Sperry-Browning Machine Gun clusters to handle infantry. A Guardian ECM Suite minimizes the chances the Tenchi will be detected early as it begins its attacks.
==Variants==
Similar to other new designs, the Tenchi has not yet had time to turn up widespread variants.
==Bibliography==
MechWarrior IV: Mercenaries MekTek MekPak Expansion
Category:BattleMechsCustom