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| {{ShipInfobox
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| | image = Sidewinder MK I - Profile.png
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| | manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy
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| | cost = 32,000
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| | topspeed = 220
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| | boostspeed = 321
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| | manoeuvrability = 5
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| | shields = 52
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| | armour = 108
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| | hullmass = 25.0
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| | cargocapacity = 4.0
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| | fuelcapacity = 2.0
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| | jumprange = 7.56
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| | utility = 2
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| | small = 2
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| | huge =
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| | size1 = 2
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| | size2 = 2
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| | landingpad = Small
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| |dimensions = L 14.9m - W 21.3m - H 5.4m|type = Multipurpose|maxjumprange = 24.43|masslock = 6}}
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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 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}}
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| 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.
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| 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>
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| Uses the [[DeLacy Spin Ionic MV]].
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| ==Overview==
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| 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 (lent by [[Pilots Federation]]) 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.
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| 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.
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| 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.)
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| 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.
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| The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 2 small hardpoints in front of cockpit on upper surface of ship.
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| 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.
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| == Lore ==
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| 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:
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| 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>
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| 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.
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| == Purchase Locations ==
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| The Sidewinder can be purchased at nearly any shipyard.
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| ==Outfitting==
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| {{main|Outfitting}}
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| 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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| {| class="article-table" style="text-align: center;" border="1"
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| ! style="text-align: center;" | Category
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| ! style="text-align: center;" | Default System
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| ! style="text-align: center;" | Default Rating
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| ! style="text-align: center;" | Default Class
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| ! style="text-align: center;" | Max Class
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| | rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Small Hardpoint]]
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| | [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || G || 1 || 1
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| | [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || G || 1 || 1
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| | rowspan="2" | Utility Mount
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| | ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
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| | ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
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| | [[Bulkheads]]
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| | [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
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| | Reactor Bay
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| | [[Power Plant]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| | Thrusters Mounting
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| | [[Thrusters]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| | Frame Shift Drive Housing
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| | [[Frame Shift Drive]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| | Environment Control
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| | [[Life Support]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
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| | Power Coupling
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| | [[Power Distributor]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
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| | Sensor Suite
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| | [[Sensors]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
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| | Fuel Store
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| | [[Fuel Tank]] [x2] || C || 1 || 1
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| | rowspan="4" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
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| | [[Shield Generator]] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| | [[Cargo Rack]] [x4] (L) || E || 2 || 2
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| |''Empty''
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| | [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] (L) || E || 1 || 1
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| * ''(L) = Loaned''
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| * ''[x#] = Capacity''
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| * ''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner''
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| == References ==
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| <references />
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| ==Videos==
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| <gallery>
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| Be_Creative_-_Elite_Dangerous_Sidewinder_MKI
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| Introducing_Sidewinder_in_%22Need_for_Speed%22_style_-_Elite_Dangerous_Short_cinematic
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| </gallery>
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| ==Gallery==
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| <gallery>
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| Sidewinder MkI Blueprint.png|Sidewinder MkI blueprint
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| Sidewinder Schematic.jpg
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| Sidewinder.png
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| Construction Sidewinder.png
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| Construction Sidewinder front.png
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| Construction Sidewinder back.png
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| Construction Sidewinder bottom.png
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| Sidewinder Mk I.png
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| SideWinder Cockpit Guide1.jpg|Cockpit
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| Sidewinder Mining.png
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| Iu5ev9v.png|Over heating sidewinder
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| GSh5kP4.png
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| EfdVWJo.png
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| EDLvJdv.png|What a view
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| Sidewinder MK I - Profile.png |Sidewinder MK I - Profile
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| File:359320_20160426014629_1.png
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| File:Debris_field_sidewinder.jpg |A Sidewinder found adrift in a signal source debris field
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| File:16722x4785.jpg |A Sidewinder MkI with ship kit
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| blueprint-sidewinder.png|Faulcon DeLacy Sidewinder Blueprint
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| Sidewinder-MkI-Planet.png|Sidewinder and a planet
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| Sidewinder-MkI-Underside.png|Sidewinder underside and a station
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| </gallery>
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| {{ShipNavbox}}
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| [[ru:Sidewinder MkI]] | | [[ru:Sidewinder MkI]] |
| [[Category:Multipurpose]] | | [[Category:Multipurpose]] |
| [[Category:Faulcon DeLacy]] | | [[Category:Faulcon DeLacy]] |
| [[Category:Pilotable]] | | [[Category:Pilotable]] |
