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''[[F-44 Rapier II|For the F-44 Rapier II go here.]]''
{{infobox Ship
{{infobox Ship
|faction = terran
|faction = terran
|name = CF-117 Rapier
|name = CF-117 Rapier
|image =  
|image = Image:Rapier1.jpg
|caption =  
|caption =  
|type = Medium Fighter
|type = [[fighter type:=Medium Fighter|Medium]] [[ship type:=Fighter]]
|manufacturer =  
|manufacturer =  
|primary user = [[user:=Terran Confederation]]
|primary user = [[main user:=Terran Confederation]]
|additional users =
|additional users =
|introduction = A in 2536, B in 2645
|introduction = [[introduction:=2536]]
|retirement = 2654
|retirement = [[retirement:=2654]]
|nicknames =
|nicknames =
|length = 9
|length = [[length:=9]]
|mass = 9
|mass = [[mass:=9]]
|mass booster =
|mass booster =
|crew = 1 (pilot)
|crew = [[crew:=1]] (pilot)
|fighter complement =
|cargo =
|cargobays =
|dome =
|cost =
|max yaw =
|max yaw =
|max pitch =
|max pitch =
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|acceleration =
|acceleration =
|acceleration description =
|acceleration description =
|rotational acc =
|cruise velocity = [[cruise speed:=250]]
|max yaw booster =
|max velocity = [[max speed:=450]]
|max pitch booster =
|max roll booster =
|acceleration booster =
|rotational acc booster =
|mileage =
|min velocity =
|cruise velocity = 250
|def velocity =
|max velocity = 450
|max afterburner velocity =
|max afterburner velocity =
|max afterburner acceleration =  
|max afterburner acceleration =  
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|jet rotational acc =
|jet rotational acc =
|guns = [[Laser Cannon]]s  (2)
|guns = [[Laser Cannon]]s  (2)
Duel-Pulse Rotary Barrel Neutron Gun
Duel-Pulse Rotary Barrel [[Neutron Gun]] (1)
|gun power =
|gun power =
|min gun recharge =
|def gun recharge =
|def gun recharge =
|max gun recharge =
|gunmounts =
|gunmounts =
|turrets =
|turrets =
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|missilemounts =
|missilemounts =
|devices =  
|devices =  
|modulemounts =
|chaff =
|chaff =
|decoys =
|decoys =
|cloak =
|cloak =
|jump drive = Yes
|jump drive = [[jump drive:=Yes]]
|fore shield = 7
|fore shield = [[Fore Shield:=7]]
|aft shield = 7
|aft shield = [[[Aft Shield:=7]]
|left shield =
|left shield =
|right shield =
|right shield =
|shield power =
|shield power =
|min shield recharge =
|def shield recharge =
|def shield recharge =
|max shield recharge =
|front armor = [[Front Armor:=5]]
|enhanced fore shield =
|rear armor = [[Rear Armor:=4]]
|enhanced aft shield =
|left armor = [[Left Armor:=3]]
|enhanced shield power =
|right armor = [[Right Armor:=3]]
|enhanced min shield recharge =
|enhanced def shield recharge =
|enhanced max shield recharge =
|front armor = 5
|rear armor = 4
|left armor = 3
|right armor = 3
|image2 = Image:rapier22.jpg
|image2 = Image:rapier22.jpg
|caption2 = CF-117 Broadsword Target Identification circa 2654
|caption2 = CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654
|source = [[Source:=Official_Authorized_Wing_Commander_Confederation_Handbook|Confederation Handbook]]
|source = [[source:=Wing Commander Movie]]<BR>[[Source:=Official_Authorized_Wing_Commander_Confederation_Handbook|Confederation Handbook]]
}}
}}


{{WIP}}
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=History=
= History =
==Overview==
 
==[[source:=Official_Authorized_Wing_Commander_Confederation_Handbook|Confederation Handbook]]==
 
''Currently the primary utility fighter of the Confed space force, development on the Rapier began in 2527 and the first order of 700 was commissioned in 2536. The B model, with enhanced missile capacity and''
''the more efficient rotary barrel neutron gun, was phased in beginning in '45, and the A model has been completely phased out. The Rapier has now largely supplanted the earlier CF-105 Scimitar, particularly in''
''frontline operations. The Rapier combines acceleration, maneuverability and firepower to make it the premier one-on-one dog fighter in space today. Its handling superiority is necessary, since its short-range'' ''neutron guns require close approach to the enemy in combat.''
 
''The Rapier's most distinguishing visual feature is its rotary barrel neutron gun. The rotating multibarrel allows longer continuous neutron fire. The duel neutron pulse generators can be set to alternate or
''synchronous fire. Wing-mounted lasers provide longer-range fire support. It also mounts up to ten guided or dumbfire missiles.''
 
''The Rapier features the standard Confed Tempest targeting and navigational AI, and a jump capable drive array. Its life-support systems are rated for up to seven hours cruise time. (A LARP variant exists, the
''117b-L, with an enhanced sensor package and rated for up to 72 hours life support, but lacking the neutron gun.) The Rapier is not capable of sustained atmospheric operations its wings function strictly as
''weapon/missile mounts. It can generate a retrieval tractor rated for up to 75 tonnes. It is capable of ejecting its pilot into a standard survival pod.''


=Specifications=
=Specifications=
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! width="80pt" |
! width="80pt" |
! width="150pt" |CF-117A Rapier[[image:|150px]]
! width="150pt" |CF-117A Rapier[[image:Rapier1.jpg|150px]]
! width="150pt" |CF-117B Rapier[[image:|150px]]
! width="150pt" |CF-117B Rapier[[image:Rapier1.jpg|150px]]
! width="150pt" |CF-117B-L Rapier[[image:|150px]]
! width="150pt" |CF-117B-L Rapier
|-
|-
| Source:
| Source:
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| 7 Hours
| 7 Hours
| 72 Hours
| 72 Hours
|-
| Service Entry
| 2536
| 2645
| 2645
|}
|}
= Sources =
== [[source:=Official_Authorized_Wing_Commander_Confederation_Handbook|Joan's Ships of Known Space - 2654]] ==
* '''CF-117 Rapier'''
** "Currently the primary utility fighter of the Confed space force, development on the Rapier began in 2527 and the first order of 700 was commissioned in 2536. The B model, with enhanced missile capacity and the more efficient rotary barrel neutron gun, was phased in beginning in '45, and the A model has been completely phased out. The Rapier has now largely supplanted the earlier CF-105 Scimitar, particularly in frontline operations. The Rapier combines acceleration, maneuverability and firepower to make it the premier one-on-one dog fighter in space today. Its handling superiority is necessary, since its short-range neutron guns require close approach to the enemy in combat.
*** The Rapier's most distinguishing visual feature is its rotary barrel neutron gun. The rotating multibarrel allows longer continuous neutron fire. The duel neutron pulse generators can be set to alternate or synchronous fire. Wing-mounted lasers provide longer-range fire support. It also mounts up to ten guided or dumbfire missiles.
*** The Rapier features the standard Confed Tempest targeting and navigational AI, and a jump capable drive array. Its life-support systems are rated for up to seven hours cruise time. (A LARP variant exists, the 117b-L, with an enhanced sensor package and rated for up to 72 hours life support, but lacking the neutron gun.) The Rapier is not capable of sustained atmospheric operations its wings function strictly as weapon/missile mounts. It can generate a retrieval tractor rated for up to 75 tonnes. It is capable of ejecting its pilot into a standard survival pod."
== [[Wing Commander Movie]] ==
== [[source:=Pilgrim Stars]] ==
== [[source:=Pilgrim Truth]] ==
=Gallery=
<gallery perrow=6>
Image:Rapier1.jpg|Rapier traveling through Space circa 2654
Image:Rapier2.jpg|Rapier in Hangar circa 2654
Image:Rapier20.jpg|Rapier Engine View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)
Image:Rapier21.jpg|Rapier Near Cockpit View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)
Image:Rapier23.jpg|Rapier in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)
Image:rapier22.jpg|CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654
</gallery>


[[Category:Confederation_Fighter_Class_Names]]
[[Category:Confederation_Fighter_Class_Names]]
[[Category:Confederation_Medium_Fighters]]
[[Category:Confederation_Medium_Fighters]]

Latest revision as of 07:24, 3 November 2023

For the F-44 Rapier II go here.

CF-117 Rapier
Rapier1.jpg
Type Medium Fighter
Primary User Terran Confederation
Introduction 2536
Retirement 2654
General Characteristics
Length 9 meters
Mass 9 tonnes
Crew 1 (pilot)
Performance
Velocity
Cruise 250 kps
Maximum 450 kps
Armament
Guns
Laser Cannons (2)

Duel-Pulse Rotary Barrel Neutron Gun (1)

Default Missile Loadout
Missile Mounts (10)
Components
Jump Drive Yes
Defense
Shields
Fore 7 cm equivalent
Aft "[Aft Shield" contains a listed "[" character as part of the property label and has therefore been classified as invalid. cm equivalent
Armor
Front 5 cm
Rear 4 cm
Right 3 cm
Left 3 cm
Rapier22.jpg
CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654
Source Wing Commander Movie
Confederation Handbook


Work-in-progress, expect frequent changes. Help and feedback is welcome. See discussion page.


History

Specifications

CF-117A RapierRapier1.jpg CF-117B RapierRapier1.jpg CF-117B-L Rapier
Source: Confederation Handbook Confederation Handbook Confederation Handbook
Class: Medium Fighter Medium Fighter Medium Fighter
Length: Not Listed 9 meters 9 meters
Mass: Not Listed 9 tonnes 9 tonnes
Cruise Velocity: Not Listed 250 KPS 250 KPS
Max Velocity: Not Listed 450 KPS 450 KPS
Guns Wing-Mounted Laser Cannons (2) Wing-Mounted Laser Cannons (2) Wing-Mounted Laser Cannons (2)
Guns Duel-Pulse Rotary Barrel Neutron Gun (1) Duel-Pulse Rotary Barrel Neutron Gun (1) -----
Missiles Missile Mounts (?) Missile Mounts (10) Missile Mounts (10)
Tractor Beam Not Listed Yes Yes
Armor (Fore/Aft/Sides) Not Listed 5.0/4.0/3.0 cm 5.0/4.0/3.0 cm
Shields (Fore/Aft) Not Listed 7.0/7.0 cm 7.0/7.0 cm
Jump Capable Not Listed Yes Yes
Life Support Not Listed 7 Hours 72 Hours
Service Entry 2536 2645 2645

Sources

Joan's Ships of Known Space - 2654

  • CF-117 Rapier
    • "Currently the primary utility fighter of the Confed space force, development on the Rapier began in 2527 and the first order of 700 was commissioned in 2536. The B model, with enhanced missile capacity and the more efficient rotary barrel neutron gun, was phased in beginning in '45, and the A model has been completely phased out. The Rapier has now largely supplanted the earlier CF-105 Scimitar, particularly in frontline operations. The Rapier combines acceleration, maneuverability and firepower to make it the premier one-on-one dog fighter in space today. Its handling superiority is necessary, since its short-range neutron guns require close approach to the enemy in combat.
      • The Rapier's most distinguishing visual feature is its rotary barrel neutron gun. The rotating multibarrel allows longer continuous neutron fire. The duel neutron pulse generators can be set to alternate or synchronous fire. Wing-mounted lasers provide longer-range fire support. It also mounts up to ten guided or dumbfire missiles.
      • The Rapier features the standard Confed Tempest targeting and navigational AI, and a jump capable drive array. Its life-support systems are rated for up to seven hours cruise time. (A LARP variant exists, the 117b-L, with an enhanced sensor package and rated for up to 72 hours life support, but lacking the neutron gun.) The Rapier is not capable of sustained atmospheric operations its wings function strictly as weapon/missile mounts. It can generate a retrieval tractor rated for up to 75 tonnes. It is capable of ejecting its pilot into a standard survival pod."

Wing Commander Movie

Pilgrim Stars

Pilgrim Truth

Gallery

  • Rapier traveling through Space circa 2654

    Rapier traveling through Space circa 2654

  • Rapier in Hangar circa 2654

    Rapier in Hangar circa 2654

  • Rapier Engine View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

    Rapier Engine View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

  • Rapier Near Cockpit View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

    Rapier Near Cockpit View in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

  • Rapier in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

    Rapier in Hangar circa 2654 (TCS Tiger's Claw)

  • CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654

    CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654

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