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{{infobox | {{infobox Ship | ||
|faction = neutral | |faction = neutral | ||
|name = Centurion | |name = Centurion | ||
|type = [[Bounty Hunter]] [[fighter type:=Heavy]] [[ship type:=Fighter]] | |type = [[Bounty Hunter]] [[fighter type:=Heavy Fighter|Heavy]] [[ship type:=Fighter]] | ||
|manufacturer = | |manufacturer = | ||
|image = File:p1centurion.jpg | |image = File:p1centurion.jpg | ||
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|length = | |length = | ||
|mass = | |mass = | ||
|max velocity = 500 | |max velocity = 500 | ||
|cruise velocity = | |cruise velocity = | ||
|max afterburner velocity = 1000 | |max afterburner velocity = 1000 | ||
|acceleration = 500 | |acceleration = 500 | ||
|max afterburner acceleration = | |max afterburner acceleration = | ||
|max | |max yaw = 158 | ||
|guns = < | |max pitch = 168 | ||
* [[Mass Driver]]s (2) | |max roll = 160 | ||
* [[Tachyon Cannon]]s (1) | |guns = <center>4</center> | ||
* [[Particle Cannon]]s (1) | * [[Mass Driver]]s (2, Outer) | ||
|missiles = < | * [[Tachyon Cannon]]s (1, Inner Starboard) | ||
* [[Particle Cannon]]s (1, Inner Port) | |||
|missiles = <center>2x2</center> | |||
* [[IR]] Missile (2) | * [[IR]] Missile (2) | ||
* [[FF]] Missile (2) | * [[FF]] Missile (2) | ||
|turrets = [[Ionic Pulse Cannon]]s (2) | |missile mounts = 2 | ||
|armor = | |turrets = <center>1 (rear)</center> | ||
* [[Ionic Pulse Cannon]]s (2, rear) | |||
|side armor = 125 | |||
|front armor = 175 | |||
|shields = Type | |rear armor = 125 | ||
|jump drive = | |shields = Type 8 | ||
|crew = | |jump drive = Non-standard | ||
|crew = 1 (pilot) | |||
|devices = | |devices = | ||
|cargo = | |cargo = 50 units | ||
|cost = 200,000 | |cost = 200,000 | ||
|image2 = File:Privcenturion4.gif | |||
|caption2 = ''Centurion'' Target Designation, 2669 | |||
|source = [[source:=Wing Commander: Privateer]] | |||
}} | }} | ||
== Playguide == | == Playguide == | ||
<big><big><big>''Centurion''</big></big></big><br> | <big><big><big>''Centurion''</big></big></big><br> | ||
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<big>'''Overall Performance Rating.'''</big> For the mercenary community this ship earns an A while those with more mercantile ambitions find its small cargo hold, and inability to support a cargo hold expansion a definite turn off. Consider your needs before investing. | <big>'''Overall Performance Rating.'''</big> For the mercenary community this ship earns an A while those with more mercantile ambitions find its small cargo hold, and inability to support a cargo hold expansion a definite turn off. Consider your needs before investing. | ||
== [[Privateer Playtester's Guide]] == | |||
<BIG><BIG>'''CENTURION'''</BIG></BIG><BR> | |||
If you sell your ''[[Orion]]'' you will have enough credits to buy a fully-equipped ''Centurion.'' If you are flying a ''[[Galaxy]]'', you will need an extra 100,000 credits to make your purchase. The ''Centurion'' is an extremely fast and maneuverable fighter. If you're a good pilot, you can probably survive with [[Level 2 shields]]. but you should eventually upgrade to [[Level 3 shields|Level 3]]. | |||
<BIG>'''''Suggested Loadout'''''</BIG> | |||
* Level 3 shield and [[Level 3 engine]] upgrades | |||
* 2 [[ionic cannon]] in the inside slots | |||
* 2 [[tachyon cannon]] in the outside slots | |||
* Rear turret | |||
* [[Tractor beam]] in turret | |||
* Dual missile launchers | |||
* [[Tungsten armor]] | |||
* [[Repair droid]] | |||
* [[Level 3 ECM]] package | |||
* [[Afterburner]]s | |||
* The ''Centurion'' is ideal for any type of combat mission. Accept lucrative patrol, bounty hunting and attack missions. If you destroy pirate ships, you can retrieve their cargo and sell it. Keep in mind, though, that this ship does not have a big cargo hold. | |||
* The ''Centurion'' is the only ship suited for the [[Fariss Quadrant]]. If you select [[New Caledonia]] as your home base, you can profit from the lucrative trade run between New Caledonia (refinery) and Prasepe (mining). Even though you will encounter pirates along the way, this ship is able to deal with their small, lightly armed fighters. | |||
== Gallery == | |||
<gallery> | |||
File:P1shipdealer.gif|''Centurion'' in hangar. Note the swing-open nose and distinctive shark's mouth painted on underside. | |||
File: Privcenturion-vdu.gif|''Centurion'' VDU image, 2669. Note that the ''Centurion'' is typically able to mount only two missiles. | |||
File:Oxfordhangar.gif|A ''Centurion'' landed at [[Oxford]]. | |||
File:Shipdealer.gif|The ''Centurion'' as seen in a ship dealer, alongside an [[Orion]] and [[Galaxy]]. | |||
</gallery> | |||
=== Cockpit === | |||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Fighter_front.jpg|''Centurion'' cockpit, front view | File:Fighter_front.jpg|''Centurion'' cockpit, front view | ||
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File:Centurion_Rear.png|''Centurion'' cockpit, rear view | File:Centurion_Rear.png|''Centurion'' cockpit, rear view | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
[[Category: Civilian Fighters]] | [[Category: Civilian Fighters]] |
Revision as of 10:45, 13 October 2012
Centurion | |
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Type | Bounty Hunter Heavy Fighter |
Primary User | Mercenaries |
General Characteristics | |
Crew | 1 (pilot) |
Cargo Capacity | 50 units |
Cost | c200,000 |
Performance | |
Maximum Yaw | 158 dps |
Maximum Pitch | 168 dps |
Maximum Roll | 160 dps |
Acceleration | 500 k/s2 |
Velocity | |
Maximum | 500 kps |
Afterburner | |
Maximum Afterburner | 1000 kps |
Armament | |
Guns | |
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Turrets | |
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Default Missile Loadout | |
Components | |
Jump Drive | Non-standard |
Defense | |
Armor | |
Front | 175 cm |
Rear | 125 cm |
Side | 125 cm |
Centurion Target Designation, 2669 | |
Source | Wing Commander: Privateer |
Playguide
Centurion
This is the workhorse of the mercenary community. The Centurion is a heavy fighter with the ability to do almost any gun-for-hire work. The limited cargo hold can contain more than an overnight bag but not by much. This is a ship for those pilots who love to fly, but it won't make you a living on the trade circuit.
Cockpit. High visibility. The dome cockpit of this single-seater affords the pilot a clear view of his target. Ride is comfortable at high speeds and in tight turns. It has one MFD, along with standard armor and radar displays (see illustration). Instrument placement is intuitive and easy to read; overall design is highly ergonomic.
Speed/Maneuverability. I've been very impressed with the roll rate of the Centurion, although light fighters such as the Talon easily outmaneuver it. For a fighter of its class, this ship offers clean tight flight dynamics. Supports engine upgrades through Level 3.
Ordnance/Protection. A rear turret is a popular option for this ship. It supports up to Level 3 shield upgrades. There are slots for four guns and two weapons or tractor beams, even without a turret.
Overall Performance Rating. For the mercenary community this ship earns an A while those with more mercantile ambitions find its small cargo hold, and inability to support a cargo hold expansion a definite turn off. Consider your needs before investing.
Privateer Playtester's Guide
CENTURION
If you sell your Orion you will have enough credits to buy a fully-equipped Centurion. If you are flying a Galaxy, you will need an extra 100,000 credits to make your purchase. The Centurion is an extremely fast and maneuverable fighter. If you're a good pilot, you can probably survive with Level 2 shields. but you should eventually upgrade to Level 3.
Suggested Loadout
- Level 3 shield and Level 3 engine upgrades
- 2 ionic cannon in the inside slots
- 2 tachyon cannon in the outside slots
- Rear turret
- Tractor beam in turret
- Dual missile launchers
- Tungsten armor
- Repair droid
- Level 3 ECM package
- Afterburners
- The Centurion is ideal for any type of combat mission. Accept lucrative patrol, bounty hunting and attack missions. If you destroy pirate ships, you can retrieve their cargo and sell it. Keep in mind, though, that this ship does not have a big cargo hold.
- The Centurion is the only ship suited for the Fariss Quadrant. If you select New Caledonia as your home base, you can profit from the lucrative trade run between New Caledonia (refinery) and Prasepe (mining). Even though you will encounter pirates along the way, this ship is able to deal with their small, lightly armed fighters.
Gallery
A Centurion landed at Oxford.