Technology

TIE/D "Defender" Multi-Role

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An elite shielded, hyperdrive-equipped multirole TIE combining high speed, heavy armament, and independent operational range.

General Information

ModelTIE/D
CategoryCombat Spacecraft
ClassificationFighter
StatusActive
Introduced17 AIA
ManufacturersSienar Fleet Systems (SFS) — Manufacturer
OperatorsImperial Starfighter Corps (ISFC) — Primary

Specifications

Dimensions

Length
9.2 m
Width
6.5 m
Height
4.2 m

Personnel

Crew
1 pilot
Passengers
None

Capacity

Cargo Capacity
150 kg
Consumables
1 week
Ordnance Capacity
8 warheads

Propulsion

Maximum Atmospheric Speed
1,680 km/h
Hyperdrive Rating
Class 1

Systems

Shielding
100 SBD
Hull
14 RU

Additional

Megalight Rating
144 MGLT
Special Systems
Advanced targeting computer; ion-fire control; navigation computer; communications array
Navy Classification
Fighter
Primary Role
Elite multirole superiority / interception / strike

Armament

4 ×
Laser Cannon
Laser
2 ×
Ion Cannon
Ion
2 ×
Universal Warhead Launcher
Missile

Description

The TIE Defender is retained as a premium Imperial multirole starfighter rather than a niche prototype. It provides a high-end counterpart to cheaper fleet fighters and long-range assault craft.
Origin: Mixed
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