Handy Rifles
⚪ Last updated 2020Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #21 of 53 Equipment mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
works with the 1. 9 patch
Adds Rifles to the game, based loosely on the weapon of the same name from the tabletop game.
These are conventional tube artillery firing shells at low-velocity on a parabolic trajectory, meaning they have shorter range and do less damage than an autocannon but are cheap, lightweight and can be fired indirectly over obstacles.
New Weapons
Rifle/2, Rifle5, Rifle/10 and Rifle/20, all use the same ammo as AC of the same number.
Includes + versions with increased accuracy or crit chance.
Where to buy them
Rifles can be purchased in Mining stores and on the black market, as well as from the Davion and Steiner faction quartermasters.
Requirements
None. Works with the default mod loader.
(should also work with ModTek, though I haven't tested it)
None. Hopefully.
These are appended to existing itemCollections without overwriting anything, so you should be able to mix and match with any other mods you like.
How To Install
1) unzip and place the folder "Handy Rifles" into your mods folder.
2) Tick to enable on the in-game mods menu.
Depending on your OS, the mods folder can be found here:
Win: C:\Users\user_name\MyDocuments\MyGames\BattleTech\mods
Linux: /home/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
Mac: /Users/user_name/MyGames/BattleTech/mods
Adds four new autocannon-style rifles (Rifle/2, /5, /10, /20) with + variants. These short-range, lightweight weapons use indirect fire but deal low damage. A niche equipment mod for Battletech players wanting more tactical options, with modest community support (57 endorsements).
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Adds a fresh tactical niche with indirect fire autocannons
- Lightweight design means you can slot them into lighter mechs
- Community has given it a thumbs up (57 endorsements)
⚠️ Cons
- Low damage output might not satisfy players who prefer heavy hitters
- Last updated in 2020 — may need compatibility checks with current game patches
For Battletech players who enjoy experimenting with unconventional loadouts and indirect fire tactics. If you're a min-maxer looking for raw damage, this mod won't be your first pick. Skip if you want flashy new tech — this is a straightforward weapon pack.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check your game version and any mod dependencies before installing, as the mod is from 2020.
- Test the rifles in skirmish mode to see how indirect fire works with your targeting systems.
- Pair these with lighter mechs to take advantage of their low weight.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Battletech Mods
- Author
- HandyVac
- Version
- v10
- Downloads
- 1,145
- Endorsements
- 57
- Category
- Equipment
- Created
- 1/16/2020
- Updated
- 1/16/2020
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