CF-117 Rapier
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| CF-117 Rapier | |
|---|---|
| |
| 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 |
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| 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 Rapier
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CF-117B Rapier
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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."
- "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.
Wing Commander Movie
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Gallery
Rapier traveling through Space circa 2654
Rapier in Hangar circa 2654
Rapier Engine 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)
CF-117 Rapier Target Identification circa 2654
