Post by Rose on Apr 30, 2007 15:31:35 GMT -5
Republic Assault Gunboat
Basic Information -
Size: 17.2 meters long
Manufacturer: Mekuun
Type: Drop Ship Assault Transport
Weapon: Antipersonnel Blasters; Anti-Vehicle Laser Cannon
Affiliation: Galactic Republic; Clone Troopers
The sleek Republic assault gunboats, operated by a dedicated clone trooper crew, were used as patrol craft when the task force assigned to liberate Utapau turned into an occupation force. Built by Mekuun, the High-Altitude Entry Transport HAET-221 is a drop ship used by the Army of the Republic. Launched from low orbit, the craft is capable of entering the atmosphere, burning through its high-energy shielding system as it sheds off reentry heat. Upon reaching the lower atmosphere, its repulsorlift units kick in, providing it impressive flight capability, but the craft cannot re-achieve orbital flight ceilings. Powerful positional rockets help the HAET-221 reach its target drop site, as does a sophisticated targeting array that quickly maps a planet's topographical features. This mapping system also serves in reconnaissance and search missions, which the HAET-221 can perform at varying heights -- from lofty flight ceilings of several kilometers to a more common cruising height of just a few meters. The speeder is armed with antipersonnel blasters and a main anti-vehicle gun.