Tri-Wing S-91x Pegasus Starfighter
Tri-Wing S-91x Pegasus Starfighter | |
| Production information | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Class |
Assault Starfighter/Bomber |
| Technical Specifications | |
| Length |
10.4 m |
| Maximum Acceleration |
19 MGLT/s |
| Megalight (MGLT) |
104 MGLT |
| Maximum speed (atmosphere) |
1,150 kph |
| Maneuverability rating |
88 DPF |
| Engine unit(s) |
Koensayr R320 ion jet engine |
| Hyperdrive rating |
Class x1 |
| Hyperdrive system |
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| Power plant |
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| Shielding |
98 SBD
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| Hull |
92 RU |
| Sensor systems |
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| Targeting systems |
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| Armament |
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| Crew |
Pilot (1), astromech droid |
| Passengers |
none |
| Cargo capacity |
80 kg |
| Consumables |
5 days |
| Usage | |
| Role(s) |
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| Affiliation | |
The Tri-Wing S-91x Pegasus starfighter is an attempt at a high-end specialized starfighter, a vanity project. It is a highly capable multi-role attack fighter/light bomber but was never put into mass production, meaning parts and repairs are difficult to come by.
Characteristics[edit]
The S-91x Pegasus is s fairly straightforward design. A pilot, R2-series astromech, and a fast engine with an outlay of laser cannon, ion cannon, and torpedo launcher tubes. It is very maneuverable, as should be expected given the design team assembled.
Flight of S-91x starfighters
Origins[edit]
The Chiang design firm had long been involved in everything in starfighter, building structures, vessel, and base design from before the Clone Wars. Together with the Taycan group, known primarily for elite racing vessels, they took on a contract with the New Republic for an advanced starfighter for special units. The end result was rolled out for limited production but was rarely seen in combat. Only a few units were even rumored to have seen the fighters assigned in front line action. Many of the rest of the production line have been relegated to the collector's market.
This, by no means, signifies that the design was a failure. Indeed, once redesigned by the EC Henry fabricators, it is a very capable fighter. The only downside is the availability of replacement and maintenance parts, as well as technicians trained to keep up the ships. The Henry modifications utilize less custom components and include many off-the-shelf Koensayr Manufacturing systems, making it much more capable of repairing all but significant body damage due to battle.
Behind the Scenes[edit]
The S-91x project was part of a joint Lucasfilm/Porsche collaboration to create this starship as part of the marketing and promotion for Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker. Its design was revealed in a video published by the car maker, and will appear in a future Star Wars media. Lucasfilm Creative Director Doug Chiang instructed the Porsche team on the saga's design principles as part of the 6-week design period.
Original design
Side view
