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The Scorpius is a dual-seat heavy fighter manufactured by Roberts Space Industries (RSI). With an adaptable bi-wing configuration and revolutionary rail-mounted remote turret, the Scorpius offers unprecedented fire coverage, allowing for both defensive and assault-minded applications.[1]
The Scorpius was designed by RSI's Applied Innovations division in Kilian and tested by the 999th Test Squadron of the UEE Navy.[1]
Features
Weapons
With a total of eight Size 3 gun hard-points as well as racks that hold up to sixteen Size 2 missiles, the Scorpius offers a powerful sting against any enemy craft.
Powerful on-rails turret
With 4x Size 3 ballistic cannons, the Scorpius' turret offers unprecedented range, coverage, and firepower. It can be operated by either a dedicated operator who has full control of the turret or it can be slaved by the pilot in a restricted forward only firing mode. It has a dual configuration: defensive and offensive.
Convertible Spaceframe
Two distinct wing configurations reduce profile while landed and for storage
Equipment Storage
Features two 1,500k µSCU storage units providing enough space for both crew members. Also included is a drop-down weapon holder supporting 2 rifles, 2 pistols, and 2 small gadgets (such as the Multi-Tool or Paramed Medical Device). Both features are accessed externally and located underneath the cockpit.
Specifications
Model
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Scorpius Antares | Equipped with a devastating EMP device and quantum jammer in place of the remote turret. |
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Acquisition
Gallery
Development
The Scorpius was first spotted in game in Alpha 3.13.1 Public Test Universe (PTU-7421225) build. It was intended to be showcased in the RSI expo in the 2951 Invictus Launch Week event.[2] Its loaner vehicles were the F7C-M Super Hornet and Hurricane. It was released in Alpha 3.17.1.[3]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1
- ↑ Datamine. Alpha 3.13.1 - Star Citizen. Retrieved 2021-05-17
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