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. The Sidewinder is therefore an acceptable ship in combat, but lacks firepower. Only the Anaconda and certain dedicated trading ships have slower maximum speeds, and only the Eagle MkII has a weaker hull. It is, however, one of the slowest-moving and weakest-hulled ships available. In particular, it can out-turn most other ships, being topped in that category only by the Eagle MkII and Vulture, and has solid lateral thrust. In the event that a pilot loses their current ship, they can elect to accept a Sidewinder on loan from the Pilots Federation if they are unable to afford a replacement for the destroyed ship or do not want a replacement.Īlthough the Sidewinder is cheap, it is not harmless, and is one of the most agile ships available. The Sidewinder MkI is a low-cost starter craft given to newly-licensed pilots. Some independent navies still use the Sidewinder as fighters and patrol craft, and it is also one of the four vessels permitted in the CQC Championship. Its dependability, versatility, and agility combine to make it a useful all-rounder and an excellent choice for green and experienced pilots alike. As a small, inexpensive vessel designed to tackle a variety of roles, including light transport and combat, the Sidewinder is often the first ship that a newly-registered Pilots Federation pilot will fly and own. The Sidewinder was originally released in 2982 as a light support ship and lacked any jump capability until the advent of the Frame Shift Drive, which was compact enough to allow jump-capable versions to be produced.

The Sidewinder MkI is a ship manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy.

Its versatility and comparatively low price point have made it popular with novice pilots, but the Sidewinder's reputation as an entry-level vessel should not be seen as a sign of inferiority - it is one of the most manoeuvrable ships on the market. The Sidewinder is a multipurpose ship manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy. 4× Class 1 Compartments 2× Class 2 Compartments

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