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| manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy
| yearsproduced = 2982-Present
| type = MultipurposeMultirole
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| topspeed insurance = 2201,600▼
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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}}
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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>
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{{quote|Most pilots start their careers in the Sidewinder. It is a classic ship design that has been in use (in various configurations) since 2982. Its original design was as a light support ship and it lacked jump capability. Modern compact drives have enabled jump-capable versions to be created, making this a useful all rounder. Some navies still use these ships as fighters and patrol craft.|In-Game Description}}
The '''Sidewinder MkI''', built by [[Faulcon DeLacy]], is a superb multipurpose ship suitable for any role. It is inexpensive and can be used for light transport and [[combat]] duties. Most pilots begin their career in a Sidewinder.
 
Its manoeuvrability makes it an excellent choice for both green and experienced pilots. The Sidewinder is a dependable vessel that will get you where you need to go, safe and sound.<ref>http://elite-dangerous.wikia.com/wiki/File:Sidewinder_MkI_Blueprint.png</ref>
 
Uses the [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]].▼
 
==Overview==
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Although the Sidewinder is cheap, it is not harmless;, itand is amongone of the topmost when itagile comes to manoeuvrability compared to other [[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 [[ImperialCobra CourierMk 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 a (figurative) knife-fight[[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 can'tcannot 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.▼
It is, however, one of the slowest-moving and weakest-hulled ships in the game; only the [[Anaconda]] and certain pure trade ships have slower maximum speeds, and only the Eagle has a weaker hull (but makes up for it with stronger shields.)
 
As a Trader[[trader]], the Sidewinder ishas the leastworst usefulperformance shipof inall the roleships. With a maximum cargo capacity of only 12T16t, itsfinding rare to findtrading missions that eveninvolve allowtransporting such a small cargoquantity is transferdifficult. Therefore itIt is advisablerecommended to makeinstead profittake withup data delivery missions instead until eithermore spacious options like the [[Hauler]] or [[Adder]] become optionsaffordable. The same drawback applies when attempting to itsuse rolethe Sidewinder as a [[miner]].▼
▲The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in a (figurative) knife-fight, 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 can't 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]] and [[Dolphin]] in combat, due to superior mobility and cheaper price.
 
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.
▲As a Trader the Sidewinder is the least useful ship in the role. With a cargo capacity of only 12T its rare to find missions that even allow such small cargo transfer. Therefore it is advisable to make profit with data delivery missions instead until either [[Hauler]] or [[Adder]] become options. The same applies to its role as a [[miner]].
 
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.
With 24.5Ly of potential jump range without engineering the Sidewinder is not a terrible option for exploration and can be a good introduction to the role before [[Hauler]] becomes an option. It surprisingly beats out several high tier ships like [[Fer-de-Lance]] and [[Type-9]] because of this.
 
[[File:Convergence sidewinder.png|thumb|250px|Sidewinder hardpoint convergence]]
Overall the Sidewinder is the very first ship pilots fly and it fits that role perfectly; it is functional in most roles but is one of the worst ships usable in each individual role. The Sidewinder lets pilots come to grips with what exactly they want to do to earn credits, then whether to buy [[Eagle]] or [[Hauler]] (or whether to skip the [[Hauler]] and go straight to the [[Adder]]) being the first decision most pilots take. In late game the Sidewinder really only has one practical application as a kamikaze ship where you aren't expecting or wanting to escape something alive due to its very cheap rebuy, and was commonly used to clear bounties prior to changes in Beyond Chapter 1. It is also commonly used for griefing purposes near starports.
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]].
 
The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 2 small hardpoints in front of cockpit on upper surface of ship.
 
The Sidewinder MkI has an available 16 piece cosmetic ship kit that can be purchased from the [https://www.frontierstore.net Frontier store] which allows you to "remodel your ship in your personal style". The ship kit does not affect gameplay.
 
== Lore ==
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.<ref>https://d1wv0x2frmpnh.cloudfront.net/elite/website/assets/English-PlayersGuide_v2.20-TheGuardians.pdf</ref>▼
 
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.
 
== Purchase Locations ==
The Sidewinder is the cheapest and most common ship on the market. It can be purchased at nearlythe vast majority of shipyards, and is the only ship available at any[[Detention shipyardCentre]]s.
 
==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.
 
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| Environment Control
| [[Life Support]]  (L) || E || 1 || 1
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| Power Coupling
| [[Power Distributor]]  (L) || E || 1 || 1
|-
| Sensor Suite
| [[Sensors]]  (L) || E || 1 || 1
|-
| Fuel Store
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x2] || C || 1 || 1
|-
| rowspan="57" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Shield Generator]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|-
| [[PlanetaryAdvanced ApproachDocking SuiteComputer]] (H) || IE || 1 || 1
|-
| [[Supercruise Assist]] || E || 1 || 1
|-
| (PAS) || I || 1 || 1
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*''(L) = Loaned Module''
*''[x#] = Capacity''
*''(HPAS) = RequiresReserved solely for the [[ElitePlanetary Dangerous:Approach HorizonsSuite]], reserved solely foror [[Advanced Planetary Approach Suite]]''
 
== TriviaNotes ==
▲Uses*The theSidewinder is equipped with a [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]].
* 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 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>
 
== ReferencesTrivia ==
▲* 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>
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*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>
 
==Videos==
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File:Be Creative - Elite Dangerous Sidewinder MKI
File:Be_Creative_-_Elite_Dangerous_Sidewinder_MKI
File:Elite Dangerous Sidewinder Mk1 - Spacedock
File:Introducing_Sidewinder_in_%22Need_for_Speed%22_style_-_Elite_Dangerous_Short_cinematic
File:The Sidewinder Elite Dangerous
File:Elite_Dangerous_Sidewinder_Mk1_-_Spacedock
File:The Sidewinder Review - The Top 1% of Ships -Elite Dangerous-
File:Elite_Dangerous_-_Sidewinder_Interiors_Boxed_Edition
File:Wander - Elite Dangerous Exploration Montage
File:Modularity_ED_Sidewinder_Edition
File:Day_One_An_Elite_Dangerous_Story_-_CTRL_%2B_ALT_%2B_SPACE
 
</gallery>
 
==Gallery==
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File:Sidewinder MkIWallpaper BlueprintRender.pngjpg|Sidewinder MkIWallpaper blueprintRender
File:Sidewinder Schematic.jpg|Sidewinder blueprint 2
blueprintFile:Blueprint-sidewinder.png|Faulcon DeLacy Sidewinder Blueprint▼
Sidewinder.png▼
Construction File:Sidewinder-MkI-in-CQC.png|Sidewinder in CQC
Construction File:Sidewinder -MkI-front-docked.png|Sidewinder front docked
File:Sidewinder-MkI-Undersideheat-vents-and-neutron-star.png|Sidewinder undersideheat vents and a stationneutron star▼
Construction Sidewinder back.png
Construction File:Sidewinder bottom-MkI-mining.png|Sidewinder mining
File:Sidewinder Mk I Cockpit View.jpg|Sidewinder cockpit view
Sidewinder Mining.png▼
File:Sidewinder-MkI-Planet atmospheric planet.pngjpg|Sidewinder and aatmospheric planet▼
Iu5ev9v.png|Over heating sidewinder
▲File:Sidewinder Mining.pngjpg|Sidewinder mining
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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
</gallery>
 
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