Mobquet Flare-S Swoop

Manufacturer
Mobquet

Model
Flare-S

Class
Racing Swoop

Cost
8000 credits (New)

Maximum Speed
650 km/h

Maximum Altitude
350 meters

Armament
Blaster cannon

Crew
1

Passengers
1

Cargo capacity
2 kg

Background and History

The Mobquet Flare-S swoop was based on a hybrid of ideas taken from racing swoops and speeder bikes. Attaining speeds of up to 650 km/h, the Mobquet Flare-S swoop measured 3 meters in length, and was heavier than most swoops, due to having a reinforced 'S'-shaped chassis.

It was equipped with forward-mounted steering vanes, longer stabilizer bars for increased handling and maneuverability, and a repulsorlift engine mounted in the center of the bike's frame to provide a decrease in rolling and tumbling. The Flare-S also came with air intakes which force-fed several turbothrusters that were connected to directional nozzles. This allowed it to gain additional speed and maneuverability.