The V-19 Torrent starfighter came into prominence at the beginning of the Clone Wars and was the favorite ship of the Galactic Republic during the early days of the conflict. Though the V-wing starfighter and the ARC-170 fighter would later replace it, the V-19 Torrent served as a fast and agile fighter that was critical; to the Republic’s victory at the Battle of Muunlist. The V-19 Torrent is a capable ship that draws a great deal of inspiration from folding-wing designs, such as those that would later be implemented in the Theta- and Lambda-class shuttles.
V-19 prototypes saw their first use at the Battle of Geonosis, and were quickly rushed into production after that success. Though these ships were rarely seen in the first days of the Clone Wars, by the midpoint of the war they were serving the Republic on nearly every front. Early models of the V-19 Torrent did not boast hyperdrives (instead using TransGalMeg booster rings), but a retrofit later in the war saw hyperdrives installed in almost all of the remaining fighters.
Capabilities
The V-19 starfighter is a moderately durable space superiority fighter that, while lacking shields, can take a few shots before sucumbing to attrition. The starfighter has a tough hull that allows it to last a bit longer than some future starfighters (such as the TIE fighter) and is maneuverable enough to be able to avoid taking too much damage. Though the Torrent is nowhere near as capable of absorbing weapons fire as a shielded starfighter, the number of V-19 Torrents deployed often outweighs the losses suffered. the V-19 embodies the first steps toward the philosophy of lightly armored fighters in massive quantities that would form the core of Imperial starfighter design throughout the reign of the Empire.
Additionally, the V-19 Torrent is more than adequatley armed, and actually boasts armament superior to that of other ccontemporary ships. A pair of concussion missile launchers backs up the ship’s powerful laser cannons, providing a diverse weapons platform from which the Torrent can launh a variable assault. Despite their lack of shielding, V-19 Torrents can serve as adequate front-line fighters, especially when supported by capital starships or other starfighter squadrons.
V-19 Torrent Starfighter (CL 9)
Starships of the Galaxy, page 149.
Gargantuan starfighter
Initiative: +8; Senses: Perception +6
Defenses: Fort 24, Ref 19 (flat-footed 12) ; +7 armor, Vehicular Combat
Hit Points: 100; DR: 10; Damage Threshold: 44
Speed: fly 16 squares (max. velocity 1,150 km/h), fly 4 squares (starship scale)
Ranged: laser cannons +7 (see below) or
Ranged: medium concussion missiles +7 (see below)
Fighting Space: 4×4 or 1 square (starship scale); Cover: total
Base Attack: +2; Grapple: 31
Attack Options: autofire (laser cannons), fire-link (medium concussion missiles)
Abilities: Str 39, Dex 24, Con —, Int 16
Skills: Initiative +8, Mechanics +6, Perception +6, Pilot +8, Use Computer +6
Crew: 1 (skilled); Passengers: none
Cargo: 70 kg; Consumables: 1 week; Carried Craft: none
Hyperdrive: ×1 or ×1 wit booster ring, limited navicomputer (2-jump memory)
Availability: Military; Cost: 135,000 (70,000 used)
Laser cannons (pilot)
Attack: +7 (+2 autofire), Damage: 5d10×2
Medium concussion missiles (pilot)
Attack: +7, Damage: 8d10×2, 4-square splash