Assassin-class corvette
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Assassin-class corvette |
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| Length |
139.25 meters |
| Width |
58.95 meters |
| Height/depth |
16.97 meters |
| Shielding |
Rated 400 SBD |
| Hull |
Rated 224 RU |
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| Crew |
60 to 150 depending on configuration |
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The Assassin-class corvette, better known as the modified corvette, was a small warship first produced some time before the Battle of Hoth and used primarily by the Imperial Navy.
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[edit] Characteristics
Designed as a more militarized successor to the famous CR90 corvette, the Assassin-class shared the familiar "hammerhead" styling, but it was more streamlined for greater hull strength.
In addition to a stronger hull, the Assassin had more resilient shields and heavier firepower.
Though it shared a similar 4-3-4 engine layout, it had eight large outer engines and three small inner engines as opposed to the CR90's eleven nearly identical engines.
[edit] History
The Assassin-class was used alongside the CR90 in system patrol squadrons to repel pirates and Rebel attacks on convoys and space stations. It was also used by the Rebels in hit-and-fade operations and by several groups as a transport for high-priority cargo and personnel.
The traitorous Imperial Grand Admiral Demetrius Zaarin used Assassin-class corvettes in many of his attacks on loyal Imperial forces. He had at least twenty-five of these corvettes under his command during his treachery, but it is likely he had many more.
In 40 ABY, a number of Assassins were used in Daala's Maw Irregular Fleet.
[edit] Behind the scenes
Assassin corvettes first appeared in the game Star Wars: X-wing. Although named and mentioned as such, the actual polygon model used for the mission was of a regular CR90 corvette. The sequels, however, feature a properly original exclusive design.
