Battletech Heavy Metal-codex Apr 2026

The expansion's centerpiece is the addition of , seven of which are storied designs from the original 35-year BattleTech legacy:

: A 20-ton light scout variant (FLE-15) built for speed and harassing maneuvers.

: Heavy-weight powerhouses; the Archer (ARC-2R) specializes in long-range missile clusters, while the Rifleman (RFL-3N) is an expert sniper with extended view distance. BATTLETECH Heavy Metal-CODEX

: A 45-ton fan favorite with jump jets that provide damage bonuses after movement.

: Specialized projectiles that coat targets in burning fuel, forcing enemy 'Mechs to shut down from overheating. The expansion's centerpiece is the addition of ,

: 40-ton medium units; the Assassin (ASN-21) features an "Intercept System" designed to hunt light 'Mechs.

: An energy weapon that scales in damage based on how far the 'Mech travels before firing, making it a lethal tool for high-evasion light units. : Specialized projectiles that coat targets in burning

: The game's first true AOE weapon system, capable of striking multiple units at once.