A Niode based engine piece for mechas 75-90 Tons, one will cost you 2,003 Ferrite, 694 Bioptics, and 54 Niodes. For all that you get Speed at +3, Trample at 3%, Auto Repair of [2], and a Shield of [7]. The speed boost is decent nothing major, or to be excited about but still not too bad. Combined with the auto repair factor that may not be a bad idea for stacking if you have the slots for it in your mecha.
The Trample percentage isn't bad but it's under 5% so it's minor. The major bonus here is it has no vulnerabilities. So much equipment is subject to poor craftsmanship leading to vulnerabilities in the design. This is one solid piece that delivers and may even keep your mecha together for an extra round or two when needed most with the Auto repair. No real downsides to be had here.
Submitted by Pat Willis#224534