The Ton-Falk-class escort carrier, also known as Imperial escort carrier, was a transport ship designed to carry Imperial starfighters. A standard Imperial chute system provided for rapid deployment of TIE Series starfighters and an onboard hangar allowed for minor repairs. The escort carrier was the smallest vessel that could carry a full wing of starfighters (6 squadrons of up to 72 craft). The ship also carried six shuttles, and could carry four more for each fighter squadron removed. Armament included ten Taim & Bak H8 dual laser cannons and one Krupx VL-6 warhead launch system. Though a capital ship, it was poorly armed and protected relative for its size, so it stayed to the rear of battle for its own safety while allowing its TIE fighters to engage the enemy. Read more... |
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