Post by Rose on Apr 30, 2007 20:30:35 GMT -5
Imperial Speeder Bike
Basic Information -
Size: 4.4 meters long
Manufacturer: Aratech
Type: 74-Z Speeder Bike
Affiliation: Empire
Associations: Paploo; Scout Troopers
Soaring at amazing speeds on reconnaissance and patrol duties, the Imperial speeder bike is a slim, single-person repulsorlift conveyance. The lightweight bike can attain speeds in excess of 500 kilometers per hour. A quartet of small directional steering vanes on twin outriggings afford the speeder its maneuverability. Imperial biker scouts use two shoulder-level handgrips to control elevation and direction; a pair of rocker-pivoted pedals controls acceleration. Located just fore of the speeder's saddle is a panel of toggle switches and knobs that control communications and other vital systems. Slung beneath the speeder's frame is a single laser cannon. Though the Empire uses a variety of fast-attack repulsorlift ground craft, its preferred speeder bike model is the Aratech 74-Z. Aratech, a manufacturer of civilian models, developed a very efficient and speedy vehicle perfect for Imperial scout troopers. Other models of Imperial bikes include the Aratech 64-Y Swift-3 repulsorlift sled, refitted Ikas-Adno Starhawks, and the Mobquet TrailMaker III.