The Cataphract is the Capellan Confederation's attempt at a heavy 'Mech, an attempt that has so far proven successful.   Layered with armor, the 'Mech can absorb a large amount of damage, but even more impressive is the damage it can deal out.   At longer ranges, the autocannon and large laser combine to provide a vicious punch, and the Cataphract only becomes deadlier as it closes.   Adding the two medium lasers and the SRM to the autocannon and large laser creates a barrage of fire that can destroy lighter 'Mechs almost instantly.   Unfortunately, the Cataphract cannot maintain this bombardment for long without becoming dangerously overheated.   This flaw in the design limits its usefulness, but the Cataphract has nonetheless become increasingly common in Capellan regiments.