Harris Fighter
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| Harris Fighter | |
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| Maximum gross mass | 111t |
| Empty mass | 28t |
| Payload | 83t |
| Main thruster accel | 21.1g |
| Retro thruster accel | 9g |
| Gun mountings | 2 |
| Missiles | 2 |
| Crew | 3 |
| Hyperdrive ranges | Class 2:10.81 Class 3:24.32 Class 4:43.24 |
| Standard drive | Class 2 |
| Fuel scoop | yes |
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[edit] Overview
The Perez Corporation advertised this as a leading edge combat ship, and they certainly delivered the goods, even if with a minor quibble or two. It's hard to find better in the role for which they were designed, and it is consequently a popular seller and excellent keeper. These are often seen in formations of three, and are a dangerous opponent if well outfitted and commanded.
[edit] Notable Features
Harris is a tough and largish fighter, with decent enough acceleration and handling to be a very tough opponent in a dogfight. The distinctive and elegant X-wing shape belies the thick hull, allowing it to absorb a good deal of punishment whilst the nippy acceleration allows it to outpace most of it's potential adversaries (with the notable exception of the Asp.
[edit] Disadvantages
The Harris is not the ideal ship, however, being slow through hyperspace (rendering it questionable for courier / assassinations) - though this can be remedied by fitting a Mil Drive Class 3. And then it has only two missile mounts. It is also slightly too small to be a proper multi-role ship on the terms of, for example, the Imperial Courier. Pick a role and stick to it. Three crew also seems overkill for a ship of this size. These are, though, minor quibbles.
[edit] Verdict
A nice ship, perhaps lacking the "edge" to be truly great, the Harris is still an excellent choice for the combateer with size, toughness and manoeuvrability. For straight-up bounty hunting or a Military Career, there are few finer.
