Tector I-class Star Destroyer
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Star Destroyer
(Backup) Class 8.0
(3) Quad Heavy Turbolaser Cannons
(60) Turbolaser Batteries
(30) Heavy Ion Cannons
(20) Point Defense Laser Cannons
(6) Heavy Proton Torpedo Tubes
(60) Heavy Torpedos
(2) Tractor Beam Projectors
(12) Gunboats
(6) Shuttles
The Tector-class was a heavily modified Imperial I-Class Star Destroyer used as a heavy support ship.
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Design
The Tector-class was built off of the Imperial-class Star Destroyer. The main modification was the removal of the ventral Hanger. Instead of ventral hangar bays, the design opted for an increase in armor that covered the areas normally used as main hangar openings, as well as the reactor core. Heavier weapons, armor, and shielding were installed, making the Tector design more efficient in ship-to-ship combat, as it had less access to internal weak-spots. However, it limited its usefulness in other roles. Being without hangars, it required dedicated carriers to provide any starfighter support.
History
The Tector-class was first produced by Kuat Drive Yards during the Clone Wars. It, along with the Imperator-class, was one of the largest Republic warship classes fielded during the conflict. In the first months of the war, the Tector-class was produced in small numbers to test their capabilities before a full-scale production could begin.
Known Vessels
Empire
- Asthippos
- Cataphract
Out of Character
The first official reference to the Tector-class Star Destroyer occurred in Revenge of the Sith: Incredible Cross-Sections. The inspiration for the Tector-class was a ship that was briefly spotted in Return of the Jedi.
