Juro Tanaka
Shogun
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Intent: To create a starfighter for the Asahi fleet capable of engaging enemy starfighters, anti-ship support actions, and ground assault support actions.
Development Thread: N/A
Manufacturer: Tanaka Orbital Shipyards
Model: Taka-class Starfighter
Affiliation: Asahi, Fringe
Modularity: Yes, there are two weapon loadouts labeled A and B.
Production: Mass
Material: Durasteel, transparisteel, and other starfighter building materials
Description: Designed to equal known starfighters in the galaxy while maintaining a substantial "bite" against its foes, the Taka is the mainstay of the Asahian fighter wings.
The Taka fields two variants, each one equally capable of engaging its targets effectively. Taka-A features twin heavy laser cannons and a pair of ion cannons which allows the craft to primarily engage enemy ships in dogfights. Taka-B drops the ion cannons for a pair of warhead launchers to allow the ship to engage enemy warships and emplacements while maintaining the ability to effectively engage aerial hostiles.
The downsides of the Taka are fairly straightforward. The ship is not as maneuverable as interceptors from the heavier armor and features no shielding, relying on a skilled pilot to maximize the fighter's combat ability.
Classification: Starfighter
Role: Starfighter
Height: 3.5m
Width: 12m
Length: 10.5m
Power Core Generator/Reactor: Ionization Reactor
Hyperdrive Rating: N/A
Minimum Crew: 1
Optimal Crew: 1
Armaments:
Taka-A
- 2 Heavy lasercannons
- 2 Ion cannons
- 2 Heavy lasercannons
- 2 Warhead launchers (4 warheads each)
Non-Combative Attachments:
- Standard Life Support Systems
- Standard Navigational Systems
- Standard Sensor Array
- Standard Targeting Systems
Cargo Capacity: None, except for personal effects.
Consumables: 2 weeks
Sublight Speed and Maneuverability: 2
