Sorosuub Preybird Fighter

Manufacturer
Sorosuub

Model
Preybird Starfighter

Class
Starfighter

Cost
100,000 credits (New)

Max Space Speed
100 MGLT

Max Atmospheric Speed
130

Hyperdrive rating
Class 3.0

Armament
Heavy Laser Cannon (2)
Concussion Missile Launcher (2)

Crew
2 (pilot and gunner)

Minimum crew
1

Passengers
0

Cargo capacity
0

Role(s)
Interceptor
Patrol Craft
Space Superiority

Background and History

The Preybird was in most respects a competent snubfighter, with a heavily-armored hull and respectable speed, but significantly less maneuverable than a TIE/LN starfighter or a standard T-65 X-wing starfighter. However, its large size and intimidating, raptor–like appearance could make the Preybird appear more powerful than it really was. It was intended primarily for sale as an escort fighter on the open market, rather than for use in Sullust's own defense forces. However, disputes over the weapons systems led to substantial cost overruns, and ultimately to the project's discontinuation.

Late in the Galactic Civil War, the Preybird found a bizarre, belated fame as a front-line fighter, when Imperial Remnant resumed production to supplement its rapidly decreasing TIE fighter forces. Following the Empire's final collapse, most have found their way into mercenary and pirate hands.