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| manufacturer        = Faulcon DeLacy
| manufacturer        = Faulcon DeLacy
| yearsproduced      = 2982-Present
| yearsproduced      = 2982-Present
| type                = Multipurpose
| type                = Multirole
| cost                = 32,000
| cost                = 28,080
| insurance          = 1,600
| insurance          = 1,600
| factionreq          =  
| factionreq          =  
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| heatcapacity        = 140
| heatcapacity        = 140
| fuelcapacity        = 2
| fuelcapacity        = 2
| manoeuvrability    = 5
| manoeuvrability    = 6
| topspeed            = 221
| topspeed            = 221
| maxtopspeed        = 229
| maxtopspeed        = 229
| boostspeed          = 322
| boostspeed          = 322
| maxboostspeed      = 334
| maxboostspeed      = 334
| jumprange          = 7.25
| jumprange          = 8.15
| maxjumprange        = 24.43
| maxjumprange        = 24.43
| cargocapacity      = 4
| cargocapacity      = 4
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| size8              =  
| reservedic          =  
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{{quote|The Sidewinder is a multipurpose ship manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy. Its versatility and comparatively low price point have made it popular with novice pilots, but the Sidewinder's reputation as an entry-level vessel should not be seen as a sign of inferiority - it is one of the most manoeuvrable ships on the market. |In-Game Description}}
{{quote|The Sidewinder is a multipurpose ship manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy. Its versatility and comparatively low price point have made it popular with novice pilots, but the Sidewinder's reputation as an entry-level vessel should not be seen as a sign of inferiority - it is one of the most manoeuvrable ships on the market. |In-Game Description}}
The '''Sidewinder MkI''' is a [[Ships|ship]] manufactured by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. The Sidewinder was originally released in 2982 as a light support ship and lacked any jump capability until the advent of the [[Frame Shift Drive]], which was compact enough to allow jump-capable versions to be produced. As a small, inexpensive vessel designed to tackle a variety of roles, including [[Trader|light transport]] and [[combat]], the Sidewinder is often the first ship that a newly-registered [[Pilots Federation]] pilot will fly and own. Its dependability, versatility, and agility combine to make it a useful all-rounder and an excellent choice for green and experienced pilots alike. Some [[independent]] navies still use the Sidewinder as fighters and patrol craft, and it is also one of the four vessels permitted in the [[CQC Championship]].<ref>[http://elite-dangerous.wikia.com/wiki/File:Sidewinder_MkI_Blueprint.png Sidewinder MkI Blueprint]</ref><ref>[https://external-preview.redd.it/2-788XSoonvLU02erelKNABO5i4fQVSSHa4a9EIK-50.jpg?auto=webp&s=44bbd82aebd607fe30f9d91135c2550e88c51483 Sidewinder MkI In-Game Description (pre-September Update)]</ref>
The '''Sidewinder''' is a small [[Ships|ship]] produced by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. The Sidewinder was originally released in 2982 as a light support ship and lacked any jump capability until the advent of the [[Frame Shift Drive]], which was compact enough to allow jump-capable versions to be produced. As a small, inexpensive vessel designed to tackle a variety of roles, including [[Trader|light transport]] and [[combat]], the Sidewinder is often the first ship that a newly-registered [[Pilots Federation]] pilot will fly and own. Its dependability, versatility, and agility combine to make it a useful all-rounder and an excellent choice for green and experienced pilots alike. Some [[independent]] navies still use the Sidewinder as fighters and patrol craft, and it is also one of the four vessels permitted in the [[CQC Championship]].<ref>[http://elite-dangerous.wikia.com/wiki/File:Sidewinder_MkI_Blueprint.png Sidewinder MkI Blueprint]</ref><ref>[https://external-preview.redd.it/2-788XSoonvLU02erelKNABO5i4fQVSSHa4a9EIK-50.jpg?auto=webp&s=44bbd82aebd607fe30f9d91135c2550e88c51483 Sidewinder MkI In-Game Description (pre-September Update)]</ref>


==Overview==
==Overview==
The Sidewinder MkI is a low-cost starter craft given to newly-licensed pilots. In the event that a pilot loses their current ship, they can elect to accept a Sidewinder on loan from the [[Pilots Federation]] if they are unable to afford a replacement for the destroyed ship or do not want a replacement.
The Sidewinder is a low-cost starter craft given to newly-licensed pilots. In the event that a pilot loses their current ship, they can elect to accept a Sidewinder on loan from the [[Pilots Federation]] if they are unable to afford a replacement for the destroyed ship or do not want a replacement.


Although the Sidewinder is cheap, it is not harmless, and is one of the most agile ships available. In particular, it can out-turn most other ships, being topped in that category only by the [[Eagle MkII]], and [[Vulture]], and has solid lateral thrust. It is, however, one of the slowest-moving and weakest-hulled ships available. Only the [[Anaconda]] and certain dedicated trading ships have slower maximum speeds, and only the Eagle MkII has a weaker hull.
Although the Sidewinder is cheap, it is not harmless, and is one of the most agile ships available. In particular, it can out-turn most other ships, being topped in that category only by the [[Eagle MkII|Eagle Mk II]], [[Vulture]], and [[Cobra Mk V]], and has solid lateral thrust. It is, however, one of the slowest-moving and weakest-hulled ships available. Only the [[Anaconda]] and certain dedicated trading ships have slower maximum speeds, and only the Eagle Mk II has a weaker hull.


The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in [[combat]], but lacks firepower. When flying one, using its excellent turning to lock opponents into circling matches, and burning away opposite of the enemy to escape are advised tactics. When fighting a Sidewinder, keep it at range and lay down heavy fire if the current ship cannot outmanoeuvre it, and it should be destroyed quickly; with a ship that can keep up with its turning, close in and blast away, making sure to stay away from its front. While it has terrible damage output, it still beats out Hauler for damage and is better than [[Type-6 Transporter]] and [[Dolphin]] in combat, due to superior mobility and cheaper price.
The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in [[combat]], but lacks firepower. When flying one, using its excellent turning to lock opponents into circling matches, and burning away opposite of the enemy to escape are advised tactics. When fighting a Sidewinder, keep it at range and lay down heavy fire if the current ship cannot outmanoeuvre it, and it should be destroyed quickly; with a ship that can keep up with its turning, close in and blast away, making sure to stay away from its front. While it has terrible damage output, it still beats out Hauler for damage and is better than [[Type-6 Transporter]] and [[Dolphin]] in combat, due to superior mobility and cheaper price.


As a [[trader]], the Sidewinder is has the worst performance of all ships. With a cargo capacity of only 12T it's rare to find missions that even allow such small cargo transfer. Therefore, its advisable to make profit with data delivery missions and ''small'' cargo missions until either [[Hauler]] or [[Adder]] become options. The same applies to its role as a [[miner]].
As a [[trader]], the Sidewinder has the worst performance of all ships. With a maximum cargo capacity of only 16t, finding trading missions that involve transporting such a small quantity is difficult. It is recommended to instead take up data delivery missions until more spacious options like the [[Hauler]] or [[Adder]] become affordable. The same drawback applies when attempting to use the Sidewinder as a [[miner]].


With approximately 24ly of potential jump range, (with some outfitting, but before engineering,) the Sidewinder is not a terrible option for exploration and can be a good introduction to the role. However, most of the time, it's favorable to skip the sidewinder entirely regarding exploration. Instead, it is recommended to outfit an equivalent long-range [[Hauler]], as it has a significantly higher [[Jump range|jump-range]] for a minuscule increase in price tag.  
With a maximum possible [[jump range]] of about 24ly before [[Engineers|engineering]], the Sidewinder is not a terrible option for exploration and can be a good introduction to the role. However, the Hauler is a superior choice for that purpose due to its much greater jump range, and even early on it costs very little to obtain and outfit as a dedicated exploration vessel.


Overall, the Sidewinder fulfills its purpose as a starter ship perfectly. It is capable in most roles, but is one of the worst choices in each individual role, even when specialised for them. The Sidewinder lets pilots come to grips with what exactly they want to do to earn credits before upgrading to something better, though experienced and wealthy pilots may enjoy keeping one on hand for joyriding.
Overall, the Sidewinder fulfills its purpose as a starter ship perfectly. It is capable in most roles, but is one of the worst choices in each individual role, even when specialised for them. The Sidewinder lets pilots come to grips with what exactly they want to do to earn credits before upgrading to something better, though experienced and wealthy pilots may enjoy keeping one on hand for joyriding.


[[File:Convergence sidewinder.png|thumb|250px|Sidewinder hardpoint convergence]]
[[File:Convergence sidewinder.png|thumb|250px|Sidewinder hardpoint convergence]]
The Sidewinder's two Class 1 hardpoints are located in front of and just below the cockpit, on the ship's frontal surface. The cockpit itself has only a single pilot seat, and the Sidewinder cannot utilize [[Multicrew]].
The Sidewinder's two Class 1 hardpoints are located in front of and just below the cockpit, on the ship's frontal surface. The cockpit itself has only a single pilot seat, and the Sidewinder cannot utilise [[Multicrew]].


== Purchase Locations ==
== Purchase Locations ==
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{{main|Outfitting}}
{{main|Outfitting}}


All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Sidewinder MkI.
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Sidewinder.
{| class="article-table"
 
|+Sidewinder MkI Stock Loadout
{| class="article-table" style="text-align: center;" border="1"
!Category
! style="text-align: center;" | Category
!Slot Size
! style="text-align: center;" | Default System
!Size
! style="text-align: center;" | Default Rating
!Grade
! style="text-align: center;" | Default Class
!Module
! style="text-align: center;" | Max Class
!Cost
!Module [[Module priority control|Power Priority]]
|-
|-
|'''Sidewinder MkI'''
| rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Small Hardpoint]]
| --
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || G || 1 || 1
| --
| --
| --
|31,000
| --
|-
|-
| rowspan="8" |'''Core Internal'''
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || G || 1 || 1
| --
|L
| --
|[[Lightweight Alloys|Lightweight Alloy]]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|2
| rowspan="2" | Utility Mount
|2
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|E
|[[Power Plant]]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|2
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|2
|E
|[[Thrusters]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|2
| [[Bulkheads]]
|2
| [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
|E
|[[Frame Shift Drive]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|1
| Reactor Bay
|1
| [[Power Plant]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
|E
|[[Life Support]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|1
| Thrusters Mounting
|1
| [[Thrusters]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
|E
|[[Power Distributor]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|1
| Frame Shift Drive Housing
|1
| [[Frame Shift Drive]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
|E
|[[Sensors]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|1
| Environment Control
|1
| [[Life Support]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
|C
|[[Fuel Tank]]
| --
| --
|-
|-
| rowspan="6" |'''Optional Internal'''
| Power Coupling
|2
| [[Power Distributor]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
|2
|E
|[[Shield Generator]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|2
| Sensor Suite
|2
| [[Sensors]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
|E
|[[Cargo Rack]]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|1
| Fuel Store
| --
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x2] || C || 1 || 1
| --
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|1
| rowspan="7" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| --
| [[Shield Generator]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
| --
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|1
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x4] (L) || E || 2 || 2
| --
| --
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|1
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
| --
| --
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|-
|-
| rowspan="2" |'''Hardpoints'''
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|S
|1
|G
|Gimballed [[Pulse Laser]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
|S
| [[Advanced Docking Computer]] || E || 1 || 1
|1
|G
|Gimballed [[Pulse Laser]]
| --
|1
|-
|-
| rowspan="2" |'''Utility'''
| [[Supercruise Assist]] || E || 1 || 1
|U
| -
| -
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|-
|-
|U
| (PAS) || I || 1 || 1
| -
| -
|[Empty]
| --
| --
|}
|}
<br />
*''(L) = Loaned Module''
*''[x#] = Capacity''
*''(PAS) = Reserved solely for the [[Planetary Approach Suite]] or [[Advanced Planetary Approach Suite]]''
 
== Notes ==
== Notes ==
*The Sidewinder MkI is equipped with a [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]].
*The Sidewinder is equipped with a [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]].
*The official [https://d1wv0x2frmpnh.cloudfront.net/elite/website/assets/English-PlayersGuide_v2.20-TheGuardians.pdf Elite Dangerous Player's Guide] explains the lore behind why players start with a loaned Sidewinder: ''"Every player starts as a new member of the [[Pilots Federation]]. After being notified of your successful membership a secret benefactor has a transmission delivered to you with a secure code. It gives you access to a starship account that's preconfigured with your credentials. This is how you gain an indefinitely loaned and insured Sidewinder. Behind this windfall is a secret organisation which seeks those with the potential to become real movers and shakers who can mould and shape the [[galaxy]]. This gift is a test so they can see whether you have those qualities."''<ref>[https://d1wv0x2frmpnh.cloudfront.net/elite/website/assets/English-PlayersGuide_v2.20-TheGuardians.pdf Elite Dangerous Player's Guide (2.2 - The Guardians)]</ref>
*The official [https://d1wv0x2frmpnh.cloudfront.net/elite/website/assets/English-PlayersGuide_v2.20-TheGuardians.pdf Elite Dangerous Player's Guide] explains the lore behind why players start with a loaned Sidewinder: ''"Every player starts as a new member of the [[Pilots Federation]]. After being notified of your successful membership a secret benefactor has a transmission delivered to you with a secure code. It gives you access to a starship account that's preconfigured with your credentials. This is how you gain an indefinitely loaned and insured Sidewinder. Behind this windfall is a secret organisation which seeks those with the potential to become real movers and shakers who can mould and shape the [[galaxy]]. This gift is a test so they can see whether you have those qualities."''<ref>[https://d1wv0x2frmpnh.cloudfront.net/elite/website/assets/English-PlayersGuide_v2.20-TheGuardians.pdf Elite Dangerous Player's Guide (2.2 - The Guardians)]</ref>


== Trivia ==
== Trivia ==
*The Sidewinder MkI length (14.9 m) is similar to a General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon (15.06 m).<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nDYYYqrhp4 Elite ship scale 3.0]</ref>
*The Sidewinder length (14.9 m) is similar to a General Dynamics F-16 Fighting Falcon (15.06 m).<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nDYYYqrhp4 Elite ship scale 3.0]</ref>
*Larger ships such as Anaconda are capable of carrying a Sidewinder in-universe but this is currently not possible in-game.
*Larger ships such as Anaconda are capable of carrying a Sidewinder in-universe but this is currently not possible in-game.
*On December 16, 2019, it was reported that the longest total distance travelled by a single Sidewinder was 167,277 LY, a feat accomplished by CMDR RinceWindCymru.<ref name="5th">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/celebrating-5-years-of-elite-dangerous.533151/ Frontier Forums: Celebrating 5 years of Elite Dangerous!]</ref>
*On December 16, 2019, it was reported that the longest total distance travelled by a single Sidewinder was 167,277 LY, a feat accomplished by CMDR RinceWindCymru.<ref name="5th">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/celebrating-5-years-of-elite-dangerous.533151/ Frontier Forums: Celebrating 5 years of Elite Dangerous!]</ref>
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==Videos==
==Videos==
<gallery>
<gallery>
File:Be_Creative_-_Elite_Dangerous_Sidewinder_MKI
File:Be Creative - Elite Dangerous Sidewinder MKI
File:Introducing_Sidewinder_in_%22Need_for_Speed%22_style_-_Elite_Dangerous_Short_cinematic
File:Elite Dangerous Sidewinder Mk1 - Spacedock
File:Elite_Dangerous_Sidewinder_Mk1_-_Spacedock
File:Day_One_An_Elite_Dangerous_Story_-_CTRL_%2B_ALT_%2B_SPACE
File:The Sidewinder Elite Dangerous
File:The Sidewinder Elite Dangerous
File:Elite_Dangerous_-_MechanicMan%27s_ship_inspections_and_maintenance_-_Sidewinder
File:The Sidewinder Review - The Top 1% of Ships -Elite Dangerous-
File:Wander - Elite Dangerous Exploration Montage
</gallery>
</gallery>


==Gallery==
==Gallery==
<gallery>
<gallery>
Sidewinder MkI Blueprint.png|Sidewinder MkI blueprint
File:Sidewinder Wallpaper Render.jpg|Sidewinder Wallpaper Render
Sidewinder Schematic.jpg
File:Sidewinder Schematic.jpg|Sidewinder blueprint 2
Sidewinder.png
File:Blueprint-sidewinder.png|Faulcon DeLacy Sidewinder Blueprint
Construction Sidewinder.png
File:Sidewinder-MkI-in-CQC.png|Sidewinder in CQC
Construction Sidewinder front.png
File:Sidewinder-MkI-front-docked.png|Sidewinder front docked
Construction Sidewinder back.png
File:Sidewinder-MkI-heat-vents-and-neutron-star.png|Sidewinder heat vents and a neutron star
Construction Sidewinder bottom.png
File:Sidewinder-MkI-mining.png|Sidewinder mining
Sidewinder Mining.png
File:Sidewinder Mk I Cockpit View.jpg|Sidewinder cockpit view
Iu5ev9v.png|Over heating sidewinder
File:Sidewinder atmospheric planet.jpg|Sidewinder and atmospheric planet
GSh5kP4.png
File:Sidewinder Mining.jpg|Sidewinder mining
File:359320_20160426014629_1.png
File:Debris_field_sidewinder.jpg |A Sidewinder found adrift in a signal source debris field
File:16722x4785.jpg |A Sidewinder MkI with ship kit
blueprint-sidewinder.png|Faulcon DeLacy Sidewinder Blueprint
Sidewinder-MkI-Planet.png|Sidewinder and a planet
Sidewinder-MkI-Underside.png|Sidewinder underside and a station
Sidewinder-MkI-Asteroid-Ring.png|Sidewinder MkI in an asteroid ring
Sidewinder-MkI-in-CQC.png|Sidewinder MkI in CQC
Sidewinder-MkI-front-docked.png|Sidewinder MkI front docked
Sidewinder-MkI-Pirate-ship.png|Sidewinder MkI pirate ship
Sidewinder-MkI-heat-vents-and-neutron-star.png|Sidewinder MkI heat vents and a neutron star
Sidewinder-MkI-mining.png|Sidewinder MkI mining
</gallery>
</gallery>


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