C709 Longsword Mk1 Assault Load-out Specs
Class: Starfighter
Length: 210 ft
Width: 245.9 ft
Height: 42.3 ft
Crew: 2: 1 Pilot, 1 Co-Pilot
Engines: 4, type unknown
Speed: Unknown
Armour: Unknown
Shielding: Unknown
Armament:
- 110mm Rotary cannons (2)
- 120mm Ventrally mounted cannon
- AF Missiles (4)
- Anti Capital Missiles
Cost: TBC
Affiliation: Republic
Roles:
- Fighter/Bomber
- Interceptor
The Longsword Mk1 was used for a period of time by the Republic, and in this loadout was used as an Fighter/Bomber, though it had many loadout options which allowed it to perform many different roles.
This is one of the many alternative roles it takes, outfitted with heavier anti-capital ship missiles to give it dual-capability as an assault fighter. In being outfitted in such away, it loses some speed and manoeuvrability but gains alot of firepower.
Although it doesn't have the dedicated firepower of a true bomber, it can take on the role of both interceptors and bombers to an extent in battle.
C709 General Attributes:
Unlike many new experimental fighters it is cheap to produce en masse and relatively effective, providing an affordable mainstay for the Republic's fleets. It is often carried for quick deployment from many types of Republic carriers, and is frequently carried due to its load-out flexibility, being easily adapted for a range of roles.
It is capable of atmospheric flight and combat as well as stellar travel, and can perform in atmospheric dogfights and ground support roles.
See also:
C709 Longsword Mk1 Interceptor
C709 Longsword Mk1 Nuclear Fighter/Bomber
C709 Longsword Mk1 Minelayer load-out
