Post by Marcus Starkiller on Apr 11, 2006 21:06:51 GMT -5
Developed two years before the Y-Wing, the Spearhead earned neither the widespread use or deadly reputation of its famous cousin.
Ground crew loved the ease of maintenance and small flight deck space used by the craft, but it was not a favourite with pilots. While enjoying greater maneuverability, the poor engine thrust rating limited its effectiveness in scouting and interception roles. By the time of the Battle of Yavin, production had ceased and the alliance used Spearheads chiefly for patrol duty. Due to similarities with the Y-Wing many were cannibalised for parts, a fact that may have led to the Y-Wing remaining in operational roles for so many years.
Game Data:
Craft: Koensayr BTL-K2 Spearhead
Type: Space Superiority Fighter
Scale: Starfighter.
Length: 14m.
Skill: Starfighter Piloting: Spearhead.
Crew: 1.
Crew Skill (NPC): Pilot 4D+1; Gun 4D; Shields 3D+1.
Passengers: 0
Cargo Capacity: 110kg (0.4 cubic m).
Consumables: 1 day.
Hyperdrive Multiplier: x3
Hyperdrive Backup: None.
Nav Computer: Yes (astromech)
Maneuverability: 1D+2
Space: 6
Hull: 4D.
Shields: 1D
Sensors: Passive: 20/0D
Search: 35/1D
Scan: 20/2D
Focus: 2/3D
Weapons: Two Laser Cannons (Fire Linked).
Fire Arc: Front
Skill: Starship Gunnery
Fire Control:2D
Space Range: 1-3/12/35
Damage: 5D