Every Locust build posted has an XL engine, but I wanted a super annoying and durable harasser and I wanted it to be cheap. The total cost for this little guy is around 4.5 million CBills. It is still the fastest mech possible, and the damage output did not take a very big hit. Losing double AMS is kind of sad, but honestly I feel the standard engine lets me survive longer, especially since you can still shoot after losing both side torsos.
I was looking through to see if anyone had posted this build. Sadly, the 1E can run this with an extra small laser giving it a higher alpha and dps with lower heat. Also sadly, the std engine never seemed to help me much... As far as effectiveness it's not actually that bad if you're a good Locust pilot. Just remember to run away. Always remember to run away!
It's a 5sl locust. Small lasers have fastest recycle before pulses. TC4 doesn't always work, but when it does, it's pretty nice to have. Speed lets ya go in on the opened folks.