ARC-170 starfighter

The ARC-170 starfighter was a class of medium starfighter/bomber used by the Astragon Navy.

Characteristics
Like the Alpha-3 Nimbus-class V-wing starfighter that it is somewhat related to, the ARC-170 also had an S-foil system that allowed it advanced mauverability. The engine heat also augmented the vessel's shields, but exactly how is a trade secret.

This ship requires three pilots and an astromech droid to efficiently fly. One person flies the ship, one mans the primary weapons - two medium laser cannons -, and the third controls two light laser cannon turrets facing rearward to make up for its rather slow turning speed. This ship also carries a payload of six proton torpedoes. The R2-series astromech assists in targeting, navigation, and repairs.

Overall, this ship is supported by lighter squadrons while they are the heavy-hitters alongside somewhat slower bombers. They have particle shielding and can survive some flak/chaff hits, but only one or two missiles can destroy them. A Venator-class Star Destroyer can carry 36 ARC-170s.