Sidewinder MkI

Sidewinder MkI
Overview
Manufacturer	Faulcon DeLacy
Type	Light Multipurpose
Cost	32,000 CR
Specifications
Landing Pad Size	Small
Dimensions	14.9L - 21.3W - 5.4H
Hull Mass	25.0 t
Mass Lock Factor	6
Armour	108
Shields	52 MJ
Fuel Capacity	2.0 t
Manoeuvr-ability	8
Top Speed	220 m/s (default)
Boost Speed	321 m/s (default)
Unladen Jump Range	7.56 ly (default) 24.43 ly (upgraded)
Cargo Capacity	4.0 t (default)
Outfitting
Hardpoints	2× Utility Mounts 2× Small Hardpoints
Internal Compartments	2× Class 1 Compartments 2× Class 2 Compartments

Most pilots start their careers in the Sidewinder. It is a classic ship design that has been in use (in various configurations) since 2982. Its original design was a light support ship and it lacked jump capability. Modern compact drives have enabled jump-capable versions to be created, making this a useful all rounder. Some navies still use these ships as fighters and patrol craft.

— In-Game Description

The Sidewinder MkI, built by Faulcon DeLacy, is a superb multipurpose 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 most other ships, being topped in that category only by the Eagle, Vulture, and Imperial Courier, and has solid lateral thrust.

It is, however, one of the slowest-moving and weakest-hulled ships in the game; only the Anaconda and certain pure trade ships have slower maximum speeds, and only the Eagle has a weaker hull (but makes up for it with stronger shields.)

The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in a (figurative) knife-fight, but lacks firepower. 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 can keep up with its turning, close in and blast away, making sure to stay away from its front.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 2 small hardpoints in front of cockpit on upper surface of ship.

Purchase Locations

The Sidewinder can be purchased at nearly any shipyard.

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 MkI.

Category	Default System	Default Rating	Default Class	Max Class
Small Hardpoint	Pulse Laser (L)	G	1	1
	Pulse Laser (L)	G	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

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Cockpit

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Over heating sidewinder

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What a view

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Sidewinder MK I - Profile