R60 T-wing interceptor

T-wing interceptor The T-wing interceptor was an interceptor originally designed to replace the A-wing. Unfortunately for the Rebellion, the end result turned out to be a poor replacement for the craft.

Like the A-wing, the T-wing was a light first-response starfighter. The ship's speed was similar to a TIE/I starfighter, but it also included hyperdrive capability. With shield and hull strength similar to that of the Z-95 Headhunter, this craft would not last long if it was hit accurately by even a medium-power salvo.



Maneuverability was another disappointment to its designers, as it was less maneuverable than the A-wing. As per the A-wing, weapons were light, with only dual laser cannons being fitted in order to maintain maneuverability. However, the T-wing's warhead load was equal to that of an X-wing, making it a good multi-role fighter in the hands of a good pilot.

The Rebels used this fighter for only a short time before deciding to sell it on to neutral factions, hoping to at least gain a profit. Unexpectedly, the T-wing proved very effective in the hands of such pilots as the nomadic pirate leader Ali Tarrak, and the fighter quickly became popular with independents and proliferated across the Galaxy.

Appearances

 * Star Wars: TIE Fighter
 * Star Wars: X-wing Alliance
 * Jedi Knight: Mysteries of the Sith