Kilrathi Empire "Vaktoth" Heavy Fighter

Name: Vaktoth Heavy Fighter
Craft: Kilrathi Empire Vaktoth Heavy Fighter
Type: Heavy Fighter
Scale: starfighter
Length: 36 meters
Skill: starfighter pilot
Crew: 1
Cargo Capacity: 6.3 metric tons
Consumables: 13 days
Jump Drive: x1
Nav Computer: yes
Maneuverability: 2D
Space: 8
Atmosphere: 365; 1,050 km/h
Hull: 3D
Shields: 3D+1
Sensors

Passive: 40 / 1D
Scan: 80 / 2D
Search: 160 / 3D
Focus: 4 / 4D

Weapons

Standard Tachyon Gun

Fire Arc: forward
Crew: 1
Scale: walker
Skill: starship gunnery
Fire Control: 2D
Space Range: 1-8/15/30
Atmosphere Range: 100-800/1,500/3,000m
Rate of fire: 4
Damage: 6D+2

2 Standard Plasma Guns

Fire Arc: forward
Crew: 1
Scale: walker
Skill: starship gunnery
Fire Control: 2D
Space Range: 1-8/15/30
Atmosphere Range: 100-800/1,500/3,000m
Rate of fire: 1
Damage: 6D+1

2 Standard Ion Cannons

Fire Arc: forward
Crew: 1
Scale: walker
Skill: starship gunnery
Fire Control: 2D
Space Range: 1-13/25/50
Atmosphere Range: 100-1,300/2,500/5,000m
Rate of fire: 4
Damage: 3D+1

2 Standard Meson Blasters

Fire Arc: aft
Crew: 1
Scale: walker
Skill: starship gunnery
Fire Control: 2D
Space Range: 1-13/25/50
Atmosphere Range: 100-1,300/2,500/5,000m
Rate of fire: 3
Damage: 3D+2

Standard Heat Seeker (HS) Missile

Fire Arc: forward
Crew: 1
Scale: starfighter
Skill: starship gunnery
Fire Control: 3D
Space Range: 1-30/60/90
Atmosphere Range: 100-3,000/6,000/9,000m
Ammo: 8; 2 quad hardpoint mounts
Rate of fire: 1
Damage: 5D

Electronic Counter Measure Module

Fire Arc: all
Crew: 1
Skill: sensors
Space Range: 1-13/25/50
Atmosphere Range: 1-25/50/100km
Effects: Enemy Sensors and Fire Control -1D

Countermeasure Pod Dispenser

Fire Arc: aft
Crew: 1
Scale: starfighter
Skill: sensors
Fire Control: 3D
Space Range: 1-13/25/50
Atmosphere Range: 1-25/50/100km
Ammo: 8
Rate of fire: 1
Effects: Enemy Sensors & Fire Control -1D

Gear:

Akwende Drive: FTL Drive System. This drive allows the vehicle to make instantaneous FTL jumps
Collapsible Sections: This accessory reduces the ship's volume by ¼ when it is not occupied.
Auto-Repair System: Adds 5D to all repair checks.

Description: The Vaktoth is a heavy fighter produced and fielded by the Kilrathi Empire.

Seen in great numbers during the later stages of the Terran-Kilrathi War, the Vaktoth and its payload were specially designed for the purpose of escort and scout missions without the assistance of capital ships. With firepower and armor comparable to that of the HF-66 Thunderbolt VII, the Vaktoth was a dangerous adversary that could easily square off against Terran pilots, especially if in greater numbers. It also sports a lethal rear turret that can pick off Terran pursuers with relative ease, and thus must be approached with caution.

The Vaktoth appeared in many engagements with the Terran Confederation during the later years of the Terran-Kilrathi War, taking part in numerous convoy and assault missions. They played a prominent role in the assault on Tamayo II, operations in Ariel and Alcor, among other theaters of action, and proved a substantial threat to the Terrans.

Even after the war ended in a Terran victory in 2669, Vaktoths remained active across the former Kilrathi Empire as recently as 2681. In that year, Vaktoth squadrons squared off against the invading Nephilim forces, with many falling prey to this new and unknown enemy.

Source:

Wing Commander Encyclopedia: Vaktoth
Wing Commander Information Center: Vaktoth Heavy Fighter
The Wing Commander Role Playing Game (page 301)
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