Predator-class fighter

The Predator-class fighter, referred to as the TIE Predator, is a small, advanced starfighter class. It is not to be confused with the TIE/prd Predator, a different ship entirely.

Characteristics
The TIE Predator used the same cockpit as other TIEs, but the wings have been drastically altered. The chunky hexagonal panels and wing struts have been removed, being replaced with kite-shaped units (sort of). These wings contain hyperdrive systems and shield generators, and two of the four laser cannons. The other two laser cannons are on the usual chin-mounts.

The Predator excels in speed and firepower, but lacks any kind of ordinance weapon to do actual damage to capital ships. For this reason, they are used mainly as escort ships for bomber craft. It is typically used alongside the Neutralizer-class Bomber.