Unreviewed Kimogila MDL-13 Type Heavy Starfighter

[Dral-Kar'ta Saandyr]

KIMOGILA MDL-13 Type HEAVY FIGHTER

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OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To refurbish the outdated ships in Clan Saandyr's fleet and create a modern version of the fighter for Mandalorian use.
• Image Source: [HERE], altered with Gemini AI
• Canon Link: Wookiepedia
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PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer: Mando-De'Loren Multi Atmospherics
• Affiliation: Mandalorian Empire, Clan Saandyr
• Market Status: Closed-Market
• Model: Kimogila MDL-13 Type Heavy Starfighter
• Production: Minor
• Material:

· Hull Plating: Condensed Matter Composite, Duranium, Percidium Ultralight Alloy

· Internal Structure: Aluminium, Crash Foam Duralloy, HPI-AlloyPlast

· Additional: Ablative Foam, Chromalloy, Ersteel SLCA, Transparisteel

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification: Fighter-Bomber, Heavy Assault Fighter, Long Range Patrol/Reconnaissance Fighter,
• Length: 28.8 Meters
• Width: 9.6 Meters
• Height: 8.5 Meters
• Armament: Very High
  • 2x KV22 Fire Linked Heavy Laser Cannons Forward wing roots
  • 2x Typhon Rotary Cannon Forward ventral nose
  • 2x ZV-X04 'Gremlin' Rapid Fire Ion Cannon, Forward dorsal nose
  • 1x FAE/SW-02 'Blush' Twin Laser Cannon, Rear firing
  • 4x Variable Ordinance Launcher
  • 1x PGEM/Bomblet Generator MK I
  • 8x Hardpoints (Various Bombs, Missiles and Torpedoes)
• Defenses: High
  • 4M Kroop Cemented Armor
  • AR-0B Damage Reduction Armor Component
  • Antimissile Octet
  • Chaff Dispensers
  • Lock-Threat Warning System
  • 4x Missile Deactivation Transmitters
• Squadron Count: Very Low (4)
• Maneuverability Rating: Low (standard)
  • Very Low in Boost, Average in Agility
• Speed Rating: High
  • Very High in Boost, Average in Agility
• Hyperdrive: Yes-Class 1.0 (backup class 12.0)
• Additional Information and Logistics
  • Crew: 1-min, 3-Full, 1-Astromech socket,
  • Passengers: None
  • Cargo Capacity:150 Kilo
  • Consumables: 2 Weeks

STANDARD FEATURES

General Systems

• Acceleration Compensator
• Antishock Field
• 'Bes'jah'ad'ika' Damage Control System
• 'Btare Ar' Life Support System
• Codebreaker
• Containment Shield
• DPU7 Heat Sink
• 'Ja'haal'got' Cap Drain
• M.I. Fire Suppression System
• NH-7 Flight Control Avionics Package
• 'Ori'karbakar' Advanced Hyperdrive-Navicomputer Module
• SuperFlow IV (flight comp)
• Standard Starship Systems

Shielding and Hull Plating Systems

• Atmospheric-Friction Shield
• Caritr' Shield Generator
• Deflector Plates
• De-Icing System
• 2x GalaxyGuard Mk. VII shield boosters
• Heat Dispersion Vents
• Navigation Deflector System
• RK-250 Repair System

Sensor & Communication Systems

• Jai'galaar Sur'haai-M Sensor, Scanner and Targeting Suite
• Broadcast Relay
• C-3a "Mercury" Class Communications Suite
• Com-Scan
• Hyperwave Transceiver
• M.I. Scan-Jam Package
• SE-JA-4 Sensor Jammer
• Spatial Flux Dilation Spectrometer
• Telesponder

Engineering & Hyperdrive Systems

• Haal'miit Ion-Atmospheric Hybrid Drive, (1 large) (SLAM capable)
• A-9x Thrust Engine (2 small)
• Accu-Accelerator
• DX-92 Compressor
• Hyperspace Integrator
• NZ OS-HD3 Hyperdrive System
• Power Loop Capacitor
• Turbonic Venturi Power Assimilator
• ViX Multi-Flux Reactor
• Warp Vortex Stabilizer

ADVANCED SYSTEMS

• AH 1701 Gyrocomputer
• 3x Galaxy Guard Mk. VII
• JZ-5g7 Power Convertor
• NZ AIMS-01 Active Internal Maneuverability System
• Radiation Negator
• SE-JA-4 Sensor Jammer

STRENGTHS

Bristling with Weapons: The MDL-13 Type is a significantly up-gunned version of the venerable Kimoglia fighter. Heavy and fast firing laser cannons are augmented with numerous ordinance launchers and supplemental weapons racks enable this craft to lay down a devastating cone of fire in air to air and air to ground attacks.

Boom and Zoom: This craft is optimized for kinetic energy fighting rather than dogfighting. It uses its massive firepower to deliver slashing attacks and its speed to quickly disengage to set up another attack.

Rugged and Dependable: Is able to absorb a considerable amount of damage and remain operational. Its size, while detrimental in combat, enables it to be maintained and repaired easily.

SLAM Capable: The single large Haal'miit Ion-Atmospheric Hybrid Drive is equipped with a SLAM technology which allows the craft to augment its speed or mitigate its lack of maneuverability if the situation requires.


WEAKNESSES

Large for a Starfighter: The Gauntlet is larger than most starfighters being roughly the same size as the Gauntlet MK 3 making it an easier target to hit if it found itself in a dogfight as it is designed to reduce its front and rear profile not its sides.

Not Maneuverable: While fast it is not agile as it is built for straight line speed not turning. It will be at a distinct disadvantage if engaged in a close quarters dogfight and easily outmaneuvered by most fighters.

Weak Rear Defensive Coverage: With but a single rearward firing cannon the vessels rear is lightly defended from pursuing hostile craft and if outnumbered its lack of rearward firepower can place it at a distinct disadvantage in a sustained dogfight.

Not Stealthy: The MDL-13's size and large engine nullifies any stealth capability of the SLAM system. This is a large craft for its type and easily detected.

SMALL SQUADRON SIZE: Another consequence of this fighter's size is its small squadron size. It is not very practical to operate its squadrons from host craft due to this limitation so it is usually deployed from ground fields which does reduce its operational flexibility.


DESCRIPTION

The Kimogila Heavy Starfighter is a legacy craft from the time before Clan Saandyr joined the current Mandalorian Empire when it maintained its own independent 'Red Fleet.' Instead of retiring the old but still serviceable platform Clan Saandyr and Mando-De'Loren opted to refurbish and modernize its existing craft to fit the niche of a heavy long-range fighter and ground attack platform. As the redesign proved quite capable MDL decided to begin production of the improved and modernized craft for wider sale dubbing it the Kimogila MDL-13 Type Heavy Fighter.

The MDL-13 carries a considerable armament equal to gunships twice its size. It is equipped with no less than six heavy rapid firing laser cannons and four ordinance launchers firing forward. Eight hardpoints along the wings allow this craft the flexibility to be equipped with additional armaments, including Proton, cluster, concussion, flechette, ion, and diamond boron missiles along with all standard bomb variants allowing an air to ground attack functionality. Additionally, its hardened alloy armor and Caritr Shield Generator allow the craft to take damage as well as dish it out when engaged in hostile action. Playing to its strengths the Kimogila normally deploys in packs at a distance to set up attack runs whereupon it advances to the target at full speed to unleash a blistering array of cannon and missile fire before continuing at speed to quickly disengage and swoop away. This tactic forces the enemy covering fighters to either forgo any pursuit in order to continue to cover the objective allowing the Kimogilia's an opportunity to disengage and set up another slashing attack or peruse the attackers thereby striping the objective of its air cover.

Playing to its strengths of speed, arms and armor, the MDL-13 tries to avoid close quarters dog fights whenever possible as its lack of maneuverability puts it at a disadvantage in those circumstances. With a three-man crew it is flexible enough for long range patrol and reconnaissance missions and is very capable at systems patrol and defense as well as bombing and air to ground assault.

Like its namesake the Kimogilia MDL-13 is tough, dangerous and hard to kill.