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| Gladius | |
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| Manufacturer | Aegis Dynamics (AEGS) |
| Role | Light Fighter |
| Size | Small |
| Crew | 1 |
| Cargo capacity | 0 SCU |
| Production state |
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| Cost | |
| Buy | 1,169,900 aUEC |
| Rent (1 day) | 23,398 aUEC / 11,699 REC |
| Insurance | |
| Claim time | 10:07 min |
| Expedite | 1:41 min |
| Expedite fee | 2,535 aUEC |
| Pledge | |
| Standalone | US$90 |
| Original | US$80 |
| Availability | Always available |
| Specifications | |
| Length | 20 m |
| Beam | 17 m |
| Height | 5.5 m |
| Combat speed | 208 m/s |
| Max speed | 1,236 m/s |
| Mass | 51,352 kg |
| Lore | |
| Introduction | 2579 CE; 372 years ago (2579) |
| Developed from | Stilleto |
| Developed into | Arrow |
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The Aegis P5G Gladius is a light fighter of an older design which has been updated over the years to keep up with modern technology. In military circles, the Gladius is beloved for its performance and its simplicity. A fast, light fighter with a laser-focus on dogfighting, the Gladius is an ideal interceptor or escort ship.[1]
| Avionics | |
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 Radars |
1x
S1
GRNP - Groupe Nouveau Paradigme
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 Computers |
1x
S1
BEHR - Behring Applied Technology
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| Systems | |
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 Power plants |
1x
S1
AEGS - Aegis Dynamics
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| Batteries |
1x
S1
AMRS - Amon & Reese Co.
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 Coolers |
2x
S1
AEGS - Aegis Dynamics
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 Shield generators |
2x
S1
GODI - Gorgon Defender Industries
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| Life support |
1x
S1
S Life Support
TBD - Unknown manufacturer
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| Propulsion | |
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 Fuel intakes |
2x
S1
S Fuel Intake
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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 Fuel tanks |
2x
S1
S Fuel Tank
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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 Quantum drives |
1x
S1
WETK - Wei-Tek
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 Jump drives |
1x
S1
S Jump Module
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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 Quantum fuel tanks |
1x
S1
S Quantum Fuel Tank
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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| Thrusters | |
|---|---|
 Main thrusters |
2x
S3
DSTC - Dragon Stellar
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 Maneuvering thrusters |
2x
S3
Retro Thruster
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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4x
S2
AEGS - Aegis Dynamics
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4x
S2
AEGS - Aegis Dynamics
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| Weaponry | |
|---|---|
 Weapons |
1x
S3
GATS - Gallenson Tactical Systems
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2x
S3
KLWE - Klaus & Werner
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 Missiles |
2x
S3
BEHR - Behring Applied Technology
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2x
S3
BEHR - Behring Applied Technology
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 Utility items |
1x
S1
Noise Launcher
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S1
Decoy Launcher
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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The Gladius was developed in the 26th century by Aegis Dynamics to replace the Stiletto interceptors. It was first deployed in the First Tevarin War.[2]
In 2944, with some Gladius squadrons converting to the wider deployment of the F7A Hornet and the introduction of the F8 Lightning to elite units, the Navy has begun to auction older Gladius to planetary governments and qualified mercenaries. The spacecraft available to civilians are retired military models, with the same specifications and upgrade potential. Classified weapons technologies have been removed from the spaceframes, but they can be outfitted with a variety of civilian-grade weapons. The decommissioning process has also made room for civilian standard upgrades such as jump drives.[3]
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Gladius "Valiant"
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Created as part of the Masters of Flight series in conjunction with the flight-sim Arena Commander, it pays tribute to famed defense pilot Condi Hillard for being the first Human on record to defeat a Vanduul in combat.[4] |
Gladius "Pirate"
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With a red and black pirate livery, it's only available when defeating "Pirate Swarm" in Arena Commander.[5] |
| Image | Paint Name | Description | Price (aUEC) | Price ($) |
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"Timberline" | Olive green with orange accents. | (tbc) | 4.50 |
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"Frostbite" | White & grey camo. | (tbc) | 7.00 |
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"Invictus Blue & Gold" | Blue base color & gold highlights. | (tbc) | 7.00 |
| New Deal, Lorville | Astro Armada, Area18 |
|---|---|
| 1,169,900 | Unavailable |
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Prices given are per-day. Prices for all rental periods can be found at Ship renting.
| Date | Pledge cost (USD) | Insurance | Availability | Sale |
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| 2020-05-26 | 90 | 120 months | Time-limited | Invictus 2950 [6] |
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The Gladius was designed by Gavin Rothery (Freelance Conceptist)[7] and directed by Paul Jones. Other contributors include Foundry 42's Bjorn Seinstra (Lead Vehicle Artist), Phill Meller (Lead Designer), Neil McKnight (Senior 3D Artist), along with Chris Roberts.[8]
In July 2017, the Gladius received a cockpit rework to accompany the new item 2.0 system. The center monitor is removed to provide better visibility for the front turret. The side monitors are enlarged to show additional information. The cockpit reworked is deployed in Star Citizen Alpha 3.0.0.[9]
In April 2021, the gold standard Gladius is released to the Persistent Universe in Alpha 3.13. That includes many level of detail, decal, geometry, material, and paint changes inside the cockpit and on the exterior of the ship. Noticeably, the update implements the exterior access points to the physicalized components, as well as personal locker, fuel port access, and numerous maintenance panels.[10][11]
Gladius - Ship Page. Pledge Store
Aegis Gladius Declassified!. Transmission - Comm-Link
Gladius "Valiant" Ship Page. Pledge Store
Gladius "Pirate" Ship Page. Pledge Store
Invictus 2950 Sale. Transmission - Comm-Link
Comm-Link - WIP: Gladius. Engineering - Comm-Link
Around the Verse - Upgrading Ships to Item 2.0, Part 2. Transmission - Comm-Link
Star Citizen Alpha 3.13.0 PTU Patch Notes. Spectrum. Retrieved 2021-04-06
