David Harrison (Free Worlds League)
David Harrison | |
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| Affiliation | Free Worlds League |
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| Profession | BattleMech Designer |
David Harrison was the first person to design a Quad 'Mech during the Star League era.[1]
History
David Harrison was the designer of the Scorpion BattleMech, the first quadruped 'Mech in 2570. The 'Mech was an example of an idea that was ahead of its time.[2] He originally intended the 'Mech to be a stable weapons platform, but as the model came into service it was relegated to an infantry support role. The design itself was shunned by most MechWarriors due to the rough ride of the four-legged gait, but objectively the Scorpion was a very capable 'Mech for its intended role.[1][2]
Based on lessons that were learned from the Scorpion, Brigadier Corporation would design and built a new quad 'Mech in 2652: the Goliath.[3]