TIE/as Assailant Starfighter
TIE/as Assailant Space Superiority Starfighter | |
| Production information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Product Line |
TIE series |
| Class |
Starfighter |
| Technical Specifications | |
| Length |
11.4 m |
| Megalight (MGLT) |
128 MGLT |
| Maximum speed (atmosphere) |
1250 km/h |
| Maneuverability rating |
160 DPF |
| Engine unit(s) |
SFS P-sz9.8 Twin Ion Engines (rated 230 KTU) |
| Hyperdrive rating |
Class 1 SFS ND9 Hyperdrive Activator Unit |
| Power plant |
SFS I-s4f solar ionization reactor |
| Shielding |
93 SBD Forward/Rear Projecting Novaldex Shields |
| Hull |
67 RU Titanium hull with Quadanium Solar Panels |
| Navigation system |
SFS N-s7 Navcom computer system |
| Avionics |
SFS F-s7b Flight avionics system |
| Armament |
|
| Crew |
Pilot (1) |
| Passengers |
none |
| Cargo capacity |
35 kg |
| Consumables |
3 days |
| Usage | |
| Role(s) |
Space superiority starfighter |
| Affiliation | |
A design derived from the same special projects department that created the TIE Interceptor, the TIE/as Assailant was an attempt to create a shielded, hyperdrive capable starfighter to be piloted by seasoned veterans. More expensive to build and, presumably, maintain, the Assailant was meant to directly compete against X-Wing and E-Wing starfighters, with the speed to compete against A-Wings to boot.
Characteristics[edit]
The dual laser cannon were directly taken from the TIE/de Defender project, giving a strong primary weapons system to the fighter. Complemented by a heavy general purpose launcher, the Assailant could be used as a bomber, anti-capital assault craft, or carry heavy munitions to set against enemy starfighters and installations alike.
The addition of shields, hyperdrive, and life support allowed a pilot to engage in missions away from their home base or starship. This gave the fleets and defense forces that employed the assailant great range and flexibility in mission roles. The Assailant was put to use as a patrol craft, in hit and fade operations against smugglers, pirates, and the starports that gave them safe haven.
Origins[edit]
The TIE/as Assailant is the creation of Adam Kop, who designed the ship from mockup to final graphic. Some statistical elements are his, as defined on his DeviantArt page. Item use permission has been requested and granted by the artist.
