Vector

Ever since the introduction of the Vector shuttles by Alpha, these very popular small ships have been used for various jobs and missions as they could be equipped with various weapons or external systems, machines or upgrades and additional engines.
Each model can support 2 crew members (pilot and gunman) and has the following dimensions (not included extra weapons or systems) : length = 21.4 metres, width = 15.4 metres, heigth = 5 metres.

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Vector MK II

The upgrades on the space fighter resulted in a new model, the Vector MK II.
The cockpit kept its typcial Vector outlook, but was slightly bigger, this was partially due to the stronger armor but also due to the fact that the interior of the cockpit was bigger as more computers and systems needed to be installed compared to the MK I.



The stronger plating of the cockpit allowed a launcher to be mounted below the cockpit, capable of carrying heavier missiles than the launcher used on the MK I fighter. Since the back hull was bigger and stronger and the fighter had stronger wings as well, the standard equipment, next to the launcher, consisted of 2 heavy chainguns, two pulse lasers and a small laser turret. The Vector MK II could carry another 2 chainguns, making it even more dangerous in close combat.
As a heavier fighter needs stronger engines, the MK II is standard equipped with the 2 Warbird MK I engine, currently the strongest engine available for space fighters. The MK II is now even faster and has better maneuverabilty than its predecessor. Optionally, the Vector MK II can be equipped with engines optimised for deep space flight, perfect for long scouting missions. These engines lack the maneuverability of the combat-optimised engines but are capable of reaching higher speeds and consume less fuel. The Guard Of Xyth use such upgraded MK IIs for their scouting missions.



Dimensions (with standard equipment) : length = 25.8 metres, width = 22.7 metres, heigth = 7,4 metres.