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STB-E Bomber
AFFILIATION
Republic / Core Worlds
MANUFACTURER
Core Galaxy Systems
CLASS
Starfighter
ROLE
Bomber
COMPOSITION
Durasteel and Transparisteel
DIMENSIONS
16m x 14m
CREW
1
PASSENGER CAPACITY
0
CONSUMABLES
48 hours
SPEED/MANEUVERABILITY
85MGLT / Sluggish
ARMAMENT
- 1x Dual Heavy Laser Cannon
- 1x Launcher Tubes
(6x Missiles or Torpedoes) - 1x Bomb Bay
(6x Bomb Capacity)
EQUIPMENT
- 2x Chaff Launcher
DESCRIPTION
The STB-E is the staple bomber of the Republic Navy and many Core World Defense Fleets, and has proven itself to be a reliable design. The central structure of the crafts unique offset architecture allows it to carry a considerable payload of torpedo's and bombs, and the forward heavy laser cannon allows it to engage larger ships directly, even without ordinance- this makes it a powerful tool to use against enemy capital ships who have neglected a proper fighter screen. The STB-E is quiet fast for a bomber, though it is not as maneuverable as many modern Starfighters and it lacks the heavier armor of most bombers. To make up for this lack of defense, the designers included a pair of chaff launchers designed to confuse the targeting computers of both capital ship guns and guided missile locks- some creative commanders have even used wings of these bombers to create a chaff screen large enough to shield larger ships for a few extra moments as they close distance with the enemy.LEGALITY
Restricted. Pilots must be licensed or members of recognized armed groups.