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| manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy | | manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy | ||
| cost = 32,000 | | cost = 32,000 | ||
| topspeed = | | topspeed = 220 | ||
| boostspeed = 321 | | boostspeed = 321 | ||
| manoeuvrability = | | manoeuvrability = 8 | ||
| shields = | | shields = 52 | ||
| armour = 108 | | armour = 108 | ||
| hullmass = 25.0 | | hullmass = 25.0 | ||
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| fuelcapacity = 2.0 | | fuelcapacity = 2.0 | ||
| jumprange = 7.56 | | jumprange = 7.56 | ||
| utility = | | utility = 2 | ||
| small = | | small = 2 | ||
| medium = | | medium = | ||
| large = | | large = | ||
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| size7 = | | size7 = | ||
| size8 = | | size8 = | ||
| landingpad = | | landingpad = Small | ||
|dimensions = 14.9L - 21.3W - 5.4H|type = | |dimensions = 14.9L - 21.3W - 5.4H|type = Light Multipurpose|maxjumprange = 24.43}} | ||
{{quote| | {{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 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 '''{{PAGENAME}}''', built by [[Faulcon DeLacy]], is a superb multipurpose ship | The '''{{PAGENAME}}''', built by [[Faulcon DeLacy]], is a superb multipurpose ship suitable for any role. It is inexpensive - free, in fact - and can be used for light transport and [[combat]] duties. | ||
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, | 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. | ||
Uses the [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]]. | Uses the [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]]. | ||
==Overview== | ==Overview== | ||
The Sidewinder is | The Sidewinder is the default craft offered throughout the game. The player starts in one, and if at any time their ship is destroyed they can get a free Sidewinder if they can't or don't want to replace their previous ship. New players who still struggle with learning the game, may find themselves flying in a Sidewinder for a longer time or going back to it often. | ||
Although the Sidewinder is | Although the Sidewinder is cheap, it is not harmless; it is among the top when it comes to manoeuvrability compared to other [[ships]]. In particular, it can out-turn most other ships, being topped in that category only by the [[Eagle]], [[Vulture]], and [[Imperial Courier]], and has solid lateral thrust. | ||
It is one of the | 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.) | ||
The Sidewinder is therefore an | The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in a 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. | ||
The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: | The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 2 small hardpoints in front of cockpit on upper surface of ship. | ||
== Purchase Locations == | == Purchase Locations == | ||