Bellatrix Cruiser
| Bellatrix Cruiser | |
|---|---|
| 250px | |
| Size (metres, W×H×L) | ? x ? x ? |
| Cargo capacity | 100 TC |
| Cargo bay extension | Unknown |
| Maximum speed | 0.29 LM |
| Manoeuvrability | Roll: 0.80 Pitch: 0.80 |
| Energy banks | 9 |
| Energy recharge rate | Unknown |
| Gun mounts | Fore, Turret |
| Missile slots | Unknown |
| Shield boosters available | Available |
| Military shields available | Available |
| Hyperspace capable | Yes |
| OXP or standard | OXP |
| Available to player | No |
| Base price | Unknown |
The Bellatrix is a heavy cruiser designed to act as a command and control vessel, spearheading battle fleets in large-scale assault operations. Its flying wing design offers maximises the ship's internal stores capacity while at the same time minimises its fronal cross-section, making the Bellatrix a difficult target for enemy defences. The main armament is a slow-repeating heavy disruptor laser capable of destroying planetary targets from positions within the upper atmosphere; in space the weapon is used against stations and enemy cruisers. The upper-rear fuselage is fitted with a turret mounted plasma cannon, which can by used to break up enermy formations and act as a last line of defence against incoming missiles.
A typical Bellatrix battle group consists of the cruiser itself, two Rigel bombers and an advanced fighter sweep of four Saiph interceptors. Such groups are currently in service with a number of high-tech Corporate States, where they are used by the security forces to patrol the outer reaches of GalCop-controlled space.
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