The Raptor is the mainline starfighter of the Republic fighter corps, and serves as an important part of the navy. A dedicated dogfighter, the Raptor is a fierce opponent for any enemy pilot.
The Raptor’s armament consists of two pulse lasers for close-in dogfighting, and 16 Falcon anti-fighter missiles for long range duels. It is lightly armored and shielded, but possesses a high degree of maneuverability thanks to its array of impulse thrusters lining its fuselage. It has a maximum acceleration of 597 G’s, which compliments its agility very well, and makes it a difficult target for enemy fighters to engage.
Raptors make up the core of the Republic’s aerial forces, working in tandem with larger capital ships to form a cohesive and deadly fighting force.