Which starter Mechs are the best?
So you’ve just started playing MechWarrior Online and you’re wondering which mechs to start your career with? Look no further; we’ve got you covered!
5. Warhammer WHM-6R
This Mech chassis is so flexible that it can provide the basis for several very potent builds. Make combinations by equipping it with gauss cannons, ER medium lasers, an AC20, two UAC10s, or PPCs. It might need an XL engine though. This allows you to try out different play styles, all with just a single mech.
What makes the Warhammer WHM-6R great:
- One of the most flexible mechs around
- Ballistic, energy, and missile hardpoints
Warhammer WHM-6R build info:
4. Wolfhound 2
A very maneuverable Mech with a nice, slim profile and lots of firepower. Its six slots for laser weapons allow for a powerful punch. Use it to circle-strafe while using those lasers to maximum effect.
What makes the Wolfhound 2 great:
- Very maneuverable
- Great, hard to hit profile
- Packs a punch
Wolfhound 2 build info:
3. Vapor Eagle
This mech supports some easy playstyles, especially if equipped with ER PPCs and a targeting computer. Keep a good distance from your adversaries though, as this Mech isn’t brilliant at close-range combat.
What makes the Vapor Eagle Great:
- Easy to play
- Can engage at long ranges
Vapor Eagle build info:
2. Vulcan
A great laser boat, with slim front and side profiles, making you a difficult target. Its high speed and jump jets make it very agile. Just keep on the move and you’ll be fine!
What makes the Vulcan great:
- Hard to hit
- Good single-point damage output
Vulcan build info:
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1. MadCat Mark 2B
This MadCat build makes for a super easy-to-use Mech. Two UAC10s and two UAC5s are recommended. Just let fly and you’ll be fine, as long as they don’t all jam at the same time.
What makes the MadCat Mark 2B great:
- It’s pretty much point-and-shoot
- Fast
- Still a thin profile
- Large field of view
MadCat Mark 2B build info:
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