T-65B X-wing starfighter
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T-65B X-wing starfighter
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The T-65B was considered an excellent all-round starfighter requiring very little adjustment for most mission profiles. The craft supported many advanced technologies including modest shields, heavy weaponry, and a hyperdrive unit. In spite of this, the X-wing was still very easy to fly.[7] The controls were designed to mimiccivilian ships already on the market. This made the switch for new pilots much easier.[8] Flown by onepilot, the T-65B carried fourKX9 laser cannons and twoproton torpedo launchers. The engines were four Incom4L4 fusial thrust engines. A craft with this sturdy a design and ease of use was essential to the survival of Rebel Alliance pilots.[7] The starfighter had atransparisteel canopy,titaniumarmor, and aChempat Shield Generator. The craft was also equipped withsensors in the nose cone.[9] The X-wing was still slower than and not as heavily armed as theImperialTIE Defender.[6]
Each T-65B was equipped with an astromech droid. The droid was used in place of anavicomputer for calculatinghyperspace jumps. In addition to its primary function, the droid could also be used for inflight repairs, enhancing the durability of an already rugged design.[7] The X-wing carried fourS-foils which deployed into an "X"-shape, giving the craft its name. The laser cannons were mounted on the tips of the wings. The proton torpedo launchers could be replaced byion cannons.[9]
History[]

Skywalker flying his X-wing overMos Eisley.
The T-65B was the primaryT-65 X-wing starfighter of theAlliance Fleet.[10][11][12] Its development began in secret when theIncom Corporation first started sympathizing with theRebellion's cause.[13] It was present early in the rebellion and later became a symbol for Alliancetactics. "Hit fast and hard, and take advantage of all opportunities presented to you." The Alliance later developed theT-65C-A2, but these ships were rare. Most Rebel X-wing pilots flew the B model.[11][12] The Rebels liberated Incom storehouses to acquire the starfighters, then shared the plans with other shipbuilders. As a result of the low numbers, the Alliance limited the craft's use. 70% of sorties were on reconnaissance missions, although the X-wings earned its reputation on strikes againstImperial projects.[14]Luke Skywalker flew the T-65B at theBattle of Yavin.[15]Rogue Squadron flew the T-65B in their strikes against the Empire.[9]
TurncoattechnicianRal Shawgrim attempted to deliver a near-complete set of plans for the starfighter toSienar Fleet Systems some time after theBattle of Hoth. However, despite his escape, the plans were retrieved.[16]
At least some members of Rogue Squadron were piloting the starfighter during thecampaign againstLordShadowspawn. Rogue Squadron's T-65B fighters were used to deployflechette torpedoes at theBattle of theCorellian Queen.[6]
Appearances[]
- Star Wars: Episode IVA New Hope(First appearance)
- Star Wars: A Storybook
- Super Star Wars
- Star Wars: Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader
- Star Wars: Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike
- Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
"New Recruits and Rebel Guns" —Instant Adventures- Star Wars: Episode VThe Empire Strikes Back
- Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars: Episode VIReturn of the Jedi
- Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor
"Starter's Tale" —Star Wars Adventure Journal 4
"Vengeance Strike" —Star Wars Adventure Journal 5- Heir to the Empire(andunabridged audiobook)
- Specter of the Past(andunabridged audiobook)
- Vision of the Future(andunabridged audiobook)
"The Crystal" —Star Wars Gamer 5(reprinted inHyperspace: The OfficialStar Wars Fan Club)
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Notes and references[]
- ↑1.001.011.021.031.041.051.061.071.081.091.101.111.121.131.14Starships of the Galaxy, Saga Edition
- ↑2.02.12.22.32.42.5Star Wars: Behind the Magic
- ↑Star Wars: X-Wing
- ↑Star Wars: Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader: The Official Nintendo Player's Guide
- ↑Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
- ↑6.06.16.2Luke Skywalker and the Shadows of Mindor
- ↑7.07.17.2Starships of the Galaxy, Saga Edition
- ↑Rebellion Era Sourcebook
- ↑9.09.19.2Star Wars: Rogue Squadron: The Official Nintendo Player's Guide
- ↑StarWars.com Databank: X-Wing Entry
- ↑11.011.1Star Wars Trilogy Sourcebook, Special Edition
- ↑12.012.1The Rebel Alliance Sourcebook, Second Edition
- ↑Star Wars Roleplaying Game Saga Edition Core Rulebook
- ↑The Essential Guide to Warfare
- ↑Kenner Character Bio: Luke Skywalker in X-Wing Pilot Gear (1995, POTF)
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"Wanted by Cracken" —Star Wars Adventure Journal 1
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