How do I use XL325 optimally?

Thread in 'MechWarrior Online' started by Excalibaard, Feb 1, 2014.

  1. Excalibaard

    Excalibaard 101 010 Staff Member

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    Hi everyone, I'm looking for an optimal build where I can use my XL325. Problem is, often the 4.5 tonnage I gain from mounting a XL300 allows me to make a much more powerful build, in exchange for maybe 8 kph of speed. If I downgrade weaponry from a XL300 build, I end up with an XL340 engine most of the time. The XL325 being right in the middle is either a weird mix of weapon systems that don't complement each other very well, or laden with unneeded utility systems. But, there has to be some merit for the engine right?

    So please share your build where you think the XL325 is really great. I don't care what chassis currently. Or, convince me to sell it for another XL rating I've seen around, like the XL320 or XL340 ^^
     
  2. BindMind

    BindMind Advanced Member

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    I dunno, first thing I thought of for an XL 325 was the Orion.

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=97&l=f00a8c428a5e64fe5a723555c5263d56e31d23b2
     
  3. Excalibaard

    Excalibaard 101 010 Staff Member

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    Ah, don't have the Orions currently, certainly not the Protector cuz monies...
     
  4. epikt

    epikt Benefactor

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    I use it on my CN9-D.

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=29&l=e7a9c9d4a40e59b29be2244723fe76dcab1dd39d

    Build discussion is here.
     
  5. Excalibaard

    Excalibaard 101 010 Staff Member

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    Sexy, though I'd likely prefer some more HS. I find 2xAC2 already too hot on a 2AC5 2AC2 jager. I have certainly been thinking about getting the centurions though!
     
  6. Aylek

    Aylek Administrator Staff Member

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    Oh really? o_O

    Mediums

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=36&l=ed115a36a0a23b826de93cc82589e47709cae739

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=95&l=7f6dd214aa984621b762bf127914571a1ae3b99c


    Heavies

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=11&l=04151b1d0da1c2e02b3c663cc06a5fe01bb95858

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=56&l=5f8f5bc25a33b3c7c4f34fb9a4fba5c39b0d76cf

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=83&l=236e241caee6c11dfd06507efe771a6901fcb118

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=121&l=a147c2be5a1d65289f13f8c7999a149dd9760465

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=121&l=dc190dd663f4a43e7b7c3a19e25f09e98a654646

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=81&l=7a6a2a19604b57b99ca3d0aae793c79940017e36

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=40&l=8446871998a34ce82ea6b3fff26a86d3c5bde2ef

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=98&l=b61a005c457c0546cf277924c7c58a3c5753bcca


    Assaults

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=90&l=a297e4154bba3f2fec81b2b968d217b1d80685d8

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=119&l=9cb036c6fedccc3cbf30394a7894626bf4aeb31b

    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=72&l=e38dc3b76f624d5a524d3babbbf3e6be654629f2
     
  7. Blagg Zear

    Blagg Zear Star Lord

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    I would look in smurfy which Mechs have engine cap
     
  8. Michael

    Michael Grand Poobah

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    Search feature!!

    Type XL325 :p
     
  9. FuzzyBunny

    FuzzyBunny MechSpecs Addict

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    http://mwo.smurfy-net.de/mechlab#i=119&l=4267e9ec46c57cdfd5d1a0a2898643f7cf4b90a6

    My current favorite Battlemaster.
     
  10. Business

    Business Advanced Member

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    Wtf? If you have only one of a given XL engine you sure as hell don't sell it.

    Tons of examples here for XL325 options on all sorts of mechs. Victors and Cataphracts are always go-to mechs if you're trying to figure out what to do with an XL.
     
  11. Excalibaard

    Excalibaard 101 010 Staff Member

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    @Michael, no need to get smart ^^ I know how to press Ctrl-F but couldn't find anything to my liking in the chassis that I searched, + some builds are hidden down the threads. Since I didn't find what I was looking for, I made a thread here and it worked :)

    Thanks everyone for your suggestions.
     
  12. Michael

    Michael Grand Poobah

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    I was being serious. Lots of people forget about the search function and that the builds are titled the way they are specifically so people can search by different features, engine sizes being one of them.
     
  13. Excalibaard

    Excalibaard 101 010 Staff Member

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    I see, in that case I apologize for the hypocritical remark.
    Do you think there would be a possibility to search equipment from smurfy-tabs in the future? Just the title is not going to help to find for example XL325 versions of XL300 or XL350 builds, because they will not be mentioned in the title and otherwise you'd have to search a whole range of engine ratings to find just one good build.
     
  14. Michael

    Michael Grand Poobah

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    Way back in the beginning I spoke with Smurfy about integrating his mechblab and Mech Specs (back before we even took it on as the main source of our crib sheets).

    He declined.

    I don't think there is any particular way to be able to search his database (which is essentially the game files) and apply it to our own site.
     
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