Approved Starship TIE/CL

[Ronhar Tane]

OUT OF CHARACTER INFORMATION

• Intent: To create a cargo transporting variant of the venerable TIE Fighter.
• Image Source: Deviantart Link, image created by merinid.
• Canon Link: TIE Fighter.
• Permissions: Bido Roz’lyn, permission given here.
• Primary Source: Wookieepedia.

PRODUCTION INFORMATION

• Manufacturer:
  • Sienar Fleet Systems
  • Mahporeem Imperial Remnant
• Affiliation: Mahporeem Imperial Remnant,
• Market Status: Closed Market.
• Production: Minor.
• Material:
  • Titanium
  • Durasteel
  • Transparisteel
  • Hydraulic Components
  • Electronic Components

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Classification: Cargo Transportation Vehicle.
• Length: 6.3 meters.
• Width: 7 meters.
• Height: 5 meters.
• Armament: Low.
  • Two L-s1 Laser Cannons
  • Two Cargo Grip Manipulator Arms
• Defenses: Low.
  • Missile Deactivation Transmitter
  • AR-0B Damage Reduction Armor Component
• Squadron Count: Very High, 20.
• Maneuverability Rating: Low.
• Speed Rating: Average.
• Hyperdrive: N/A

STANDARD FEATURES

• N-s6 Navcon
• Ejector Seats
• P-s4 Twin Ion Engines
• Fabritech Sensor Arrays
• AE-35 Subspace Transceiver
• P-w401 Ion Maneuvering Jets
• F-s3.2 Flight Avionics System
• I-a2b Solar Ionization Reactor

ADVANCED SYSTEMS

• Hydraulic Jacks
• Hydraulic Pistons
• Hydraulic Presses
• Hydraulic Actuators
• Hydraulic Control Circuits
• Hydraulic Compression Cylinders
• B.A.M.T.O.P
  • Software Upgrades
    • TumblrOS
    • R.A.C.E.R.
    • GPO-13 TPS
    • S.W.O.R.D.-F.I.H.S.
  • Hardware Upgrades
    • LK O.N.N.
    • Dornean Plasma
    • Integrated Combat Deionizers
    • Triple "T" Muscle Motor Module

STRENGTHS

• Brute force: The TIE/CL has been specifically designed to lift, carry and handle large amounts of cargo, thanks the the addition of two Grip Manipulator Arms on either side of the vehicle's cockpit
• Versatile: The TIE/CL can also perform repair, salvage, and search and rescue duties, making it a versatile piece of equipment for any armed force to possess
• Tight maneuvering: Being essentially a spacecraft, the TIE/CL can get into awkward or hard to reach places that traditional cargo moving and lifting vehicles would not be able to access
• Cheap: Modifying traditional TIE frames into TIE/CL's is a relatively straightforward and inexpensive process
• RIP AND TEAR: The TIE/CL's Grip Manipulator Arms can double as impromptu weapons if needed

WEAKNESSES

• Lover, not a fighter: The TIE/CL is a poor combatant, as it only possesses a pair of laser cannons in addition to its Grip Manipulator Arms
• Sluggish: The modifications done to the TIE frame have turned the TIE/CL into a slow and unwieldy vehicle
• Difficult: Because the TIE/CL doesn't have traditional spacecraft "wings", it can be difficult to fly for the average pilot until they get used to the vehicle's odd handling characteristics
• Uncomfortable: Like many TIE variants, the TIE/CL can be uncomfortable to operate for lengthy periods of time
• No hyperdrive: The TIE/CL lacks any sort of hyperdrive, forcing it to rely on dedicated carriers for long distance travel

DESCRIPTION

Though the Imperial Confederation may have collapsed, the Mahporeem Imperial Remnant has found itself busier than ever, as it continues to expand its business dealings with various planetary governments and intergalactic corporations. To ensure that it remains able to handle the ever increasing amounts of scrap and salvage material that it receives every day, the Imperial Remnant has created the TIE/CL, or TIE Cargo Loader.

A relatively simple and inexpensive modification to the venerable TIE series, the TIE/CL is most notable for the addition of two large Grip Manipulator Arms installed on either side of the vehicle's cockpit. These arms are capable of lifting, carrying and handling large amounts of cargo while also allowing their pilot to engage in repair, salvage and search and rescue duties.

Of course, the drastic modifications to the TIE/CL have drastically impacted the ship's performance, turning it into a strictly dedicated support vehicle. If forced to fight, the TIE/CL can use its L-s1 Laser Cannons and Grip Manipulator Arms to defend itself, but should actively avoid any sort of combat at all costs, due to its light armor, low speed and poor overall maneuverability.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Under Review.

 

[Darth Prazutis]

Ronhar Tane

Good work. Looks good. Approved.