Hellcat V
| Hellcat V | |
|---|---|
| |
| Type | Medium Fighter |
| Manufacturer | Douglas Aerospace |
| Primary User | Terran Confederation |
| Additional Users | Black Lance Union of Border Worlds |
| Length | 27 meters"meters" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 27. |
| Mass | 14 metric tonnes"metrictonnes" can not be assigned to a declared number type with value 14. |
| Max Velocity | 420 KPS |
| Max Afterburner Velocity | 1200 KPS |
| Acceleration | 225 k/s2 |
| Max Afterburner Acceleration | 900 k/s2 |
| Max Y/P/R | 60/60/60 deg/s |
| Guns | |
| Missiles | 2 x 3 Medium Hardpoints, ImRecs (6) |
| Armor |
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| Shields | 25.0 cm |
| Decoys | 24 |
| Crew | 1 (Pilot) |
The Hellcat V is a medium fighter that saw extensive service with the Terran Confederation beginning in the 2660s.
History
The Hellcat V was the workhorse fighter of the Confederation during the Terran-Kilrathi War. The Hellcat V is a strong contender for the best all-around fighter in the fleet during its service era. Lacking the acceleration and speed of an Arrow or the power of a bomber, the Hellcat is best suited for SWaC (Space Warning And Control), reconnaissance in force or escort missions.
By the end of 2669, Hellcat V squadrons were stationed on almost every carrier and installation in the service of the Terran Confederation. Some also saw use by the Union of Border Worlds and pirate groups like the Black Lance, albeit in limited numbers. Aside from serving in the Terran-Kilrathi War, they also saw extensive action during the Border Worlds Conflict of 2673.
Variant Comparison
| Stat\Variant | Hellcat V (2669) | Hellcat V (2673) |
|---|---|---|
| Class: | Medium Fighter | Medium Fighter |
| Length: | 27 meters | 27 meters |
| Mass: | 14 metric tonnes | 14 metric tonnes |
| Max Velocity: | 420 kps | 420 kps |
| Acceleration: | 225 k/s2 | Good |
| Max Y/P/R: | 60/60/60 deg/s | 60/60/60 deg/s |
| Shields: | 25.0 cm | 250 cm |
| Armor: | 10.0 cm | 100 cm |
| Guns: | Laser Guns (2), Ion Guns (2) |
Laser Guns (2), Ion Guns (2), Optional Laser Camera (1) |
| Missile Hardpoints: | 2x3 Medium (3IR/3IR) | 2x3 Medium (3IR/3IR) |
| Missile Decoys: | 24 | 24 |
| Jump Capable: | No | No |
| Crew: | 1 (Pilot) | 1 (Pilot) |
| Service Entry: | 2669 | 2673 |
Unpublished Content
- Flavor text was written for EA's official Wing Commander Arena website, but after several entries were completed, the idea was dropped and none of the articles were officially published. In the entry for Dralthi Rhino, the Hellcat was given the designation F-42.
