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Roberts Space Industries ®

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Date:

March 27th 2015

Relentless Predator: The Aegis Vanguard

Unveiling the Aegis Vanguard

The latest fighter from Aegis Dynamics

The A3G Vanguard is the United Empire of Earth’s dedicated deep space fighter. Initially developed as a bomber-destroyer, the Vanguard is a hard-charging bulldog of a ship which features extensive forward-mounted weaponry designed to tear through the shields and armor of other spacecraft. Four high-caliber forward laser cannons and a massive central Gatling gun give the Vanguard an unprecedented amount of sheer striking power. So-named because their multiple-jump range allows them to form the forefront of any military expedition, Vanguard have seen extensive service against the Vanduul.

The Vanguard trades the maneuverability of the Hornet, Lightning and Gladius for extended range, armor and durability. With more hardpoints and increased space for onboard computer systems, the design can boast improved radar and a credible electronic warfare suite. In combat, the Vanguard’s roles are extensive: long range jump scout, extended duration patrol/reconnaissance ship, fighter-bomber (when equipped with torpedoes), tactical command and control ship, bomber interceptor and, in the proper hands, even a fighter-killer. The Vanguard’s extensive range can allow for missions lasting days or even weeks. Internally, the ship is fitted with sleeping berths and reclamation facilities to support such missions.

With a notable silhouette, the Vanguard is best known for its distinctive twin X-Forge engines, which allow for both an impressive top speed and an extensive backup system for enhanced combat survivability. Coupled with a superstructure composed from a distinct tungsten alloy, more than one Vanguard pilot has returned to base with little more than a single engine and the charred remains of a fuselage.

Vanguard units have been assigned to both planetary bases and aboard larger space stations. The fighter’s legendary durability allows it to operate in all-weather conditions with limited maintenance and makes it particularly beloved by the hard-fighting UEE Marines, who make frequent use of its ability to comfortably operate from makeshift combat bases.

Though Aegis Dynamics does not officially offer a civilian variant of the Vanguard, working in conjunction with the UEE’s Frontier Protection Program they have made a number of the mil-spec Vanguard available to civilians.

Known specifications

LENGTH 37m
BEAM 39m (25m folded)
HEIGHT 8.8m (8.5m Gear down, 6.3m folded)
NULL-CARGO MASS Coming Soon
CARGO CAPACITY 0 SCU
MAX CREW 2 persons
MAX POWER PLANT 2xS2
FACTORY POWER PLANT Coming Soon
MAX ENGINE (PRIMARY THRUSTER) 2xTR4
FACTORY ENGINE 2x X-Forge D/S4-320 (TR4)
MANEUVERING THRUSTERS 12xTR2
MAX SHIELD 2
SHIELD Coming Soon
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Survival Pod
GIMBAL WEAPONS (CENTERLINE) 1xS4 APOC DeathBallistic Gatling
FIXED WEAPONS (NOSE) 4xS2 Behring M4A High Power Lasers
MANNED TURRET 1×(2xS2) Ballistic Repeaters
MISSILES (BODY) 2× 4xS2
All specifications are subject to change for game balancing.

Technical Overview

Vanguard Warden

Model

Focus

Heavy Fighter

Description

The A3G Vanguard Warden is one of Aegis Dynamics' most versatile and deadly long-range fighters. With an extra heavy frame, and an extra nasty loadout, the Warden is an absolute beast on the frontlines of any assault operation.

Measurement

Length

38.5m

Beam

40.0m

Height

8.5m

Size

Medium

Mass

2,386,160kg

Structural

Cargo Capacity

0

SCM Speed

2,250 m/s

Afterburner Speed

11,150 m/s

Min Crew

2

Max Crew

2

Maneuvering

Pitch Max

80.0 deg/s

Yaw Max

80.0 deg/s

Roll Max

120.0 deg/s

X-Axis Acceleration

51.9 m/s/s

Y-Axis Acceleration

54.5 m/s/s

Z-Axis Acceleration

53.3 m/s/s

Avionics

Radar

Computers

Systems

Power Plants

Coolers

Shield Generators

Propulsion

Fuel Intakes

Fuel Tanks

Quantum Drives

Jump Modules

Quantum Fuel Tanks

Thruster

Main Thrusters

Maneuvering Thrusters

Weapons

Weapons

Turrets

Missiles

Utility Items

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Cam view

View angle

Systems

Render type

The Vanguard folding

Concept Sale ends April 6th

We are offering this pledge ship to help fund Star Citizen’s development. All of these ships will be available for in-game credits in the final universe, and they are not required to start the game. Additionally, all decorative ‘flare’ items will also be available to acquire in the finished game world. The goal is to make additional ships available that give players a different experience rather than a particular advantage when the persistent universe launches.

The Vanguard is being offered for the first time as a limited concept sale. This means that the ship design meets our specifications, but it is not yet ready to display in your Hangar or to fight in Arena Commander. The sale includes Lifetime Insurance on the ship hull and a pair of decorative items for your Hangar. A future patch will add a Vanguard poster and then once the in-game model is finished you will also be given an in-game Vanguard mini ship model! In the future, the ship price will increase and the offer will not include Life Time Insurance or these extras.

If you’d like to add one to your fleet, they’re available in the pledge store until Monday April 6th. You can also view a detail of the ship in the Tech Overview of the ship page!

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