Hex Module Pattern
First off I want to share, in the sprit of Open Source, the pattern for my Hex Module.
When I create my Hex Modules I make them with 1″ thick foam so that a level 2 hill covers a typically sized ‘mech pretty completely.
BattleTech Hex Pattern (Large Format Printer Required)
Remember to turn scaling OFF to make sure that it prints correctly. I have NOT tested this on a large format printer yet (I don’t have one), please feel free to test it and leave me feedback if it works or not.
Each hex is 2″ from face to face (which means that the Hex Module should be 14″ face-to-face). Theoretically if you build your table to these speficications Hex Modules from two different hobbyists (or manufacturers!) should be PERFECTLY matched.
Prospective Board Sizes
A Size 1 Board is up to 21 hexes tall and 27 or so hexes wide and consists of 7 Hex Modules. This Board requires a minimum space of 42″ by 42″ (3.5’x3.5′) play area.
A Size 2 Board is still 21 hexes tall but about 38 hexes wide and consists of 12 and 2 half Hex Modules.. This Board requires a minimum space of 42″ by 65″ (3.5′ x 5.5′) play area.
A Size 3 board remains 21 hexes at its shortest point, but is about 52 hexes wide. This configuration requires 17 Hex Modules. and 4 half Hex Modules. This Board requires a minimum space of 42″ by 89″ (3.5′ x 7.5′) play area.
A Size 4 is the largest “reasonable” configuration I can imagine at 28 hexes at its shortest point and about 52 hexes wide. This configuration requires 25 Hex Modules and 6 half Hex Modules. This Board requires a minimum space of 56″ by 89″ (4.75′ x 7.5′) play area.
