Sidewinder
The Sidewinder, built by Faulcon DeLacy, is a superb multi-purpose 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, safe and sound.
Uses the DeLacy Spin Ionic MV.
Overview
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 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 a Cobra or Anaconda, stay aimed at subsystems, and still keep enough range to lay down fire. Combined with heavy weaponry like missile pods, the Sidewinder can punch far above its weight. The major disadvantages of the Sidewinder is that it isn't very quick, being outclassed by Eagles, Vipers, and Cobras, and that it isn't well armoured, being far outclassed by Pythons and Anacondas.
The Sidewinder is thus a master of the knife-fight, but a little weak at a distance. 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 has can keep up with its turning, close in and blast away, making sure to stay away from its front.
Specifications
| Cost | 32,000 CR or Free |
|---|---|
| Insurance | 1,600 CR or Free |
| Type | Light Multipurpose |
| Crew | 1 |
| Max Cargo Capacity | 10 T |
| Dimensions | 21m x 14m x 5m |
Outfitting
- Main article: Outfitting
All ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Sidewinder.
| Category | Default System | Default Rating | Default Class | Max Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Hardpoint | Pulse Laser (L) | F | 1 | 1 |
| Pulse Laser (L) | F | 1 | 1 | |
| Utility Mount | Empty | -- | -- | 0 |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Bulkheads | Lightweight Alloys | I | 1 | 8 |
| Reactor Bay | Power Plant (L) | E | 2 | 2 |
| Thrusters Mounting | Thrusters (L) | E | 2 | 2 |
| Frame Shift Drive Housing | Frame Shift Drive (L) | E | 2 | 2 |
| Environment Control | Life Support (L) | E | 1 | 1 |
| Power Coupling | Power Distributor (L) | E | 1 | 1 |
| Sensor Suite | Sensors (L) | E | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel Store | Fuel Tank [x2] | C | 1 | 1 |
| Internal Compartments | Shield Generator (L) | E | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo Rack [x4] (L) | E | 2 | 2 | |
| BDS (L) | E | 1 | 1 |
- (L) = Loaned
- [x#] = Capacity
- BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner
Gallery
- Cockpit
- Over heating sidewinder
- What a view
