Launch (PL 6)

A launch is a shuttle designed simply to move small amounts of people from one point to another. Launches are rarely armed or armored. Evacuation pods and lunar landers fit into this category.

Type: Ultralight	Size: Huge (–2 size)
Subtype: Launch	Tactical Speed: 3,500 ft. (7 sq.)
Defense: 13	Length: 24 feet
Flat-footed Defense: 11	Weight: 24,000 lb.
Autopilot Defense: 9	Targeting System Bonus: +1
Hardness: 20	Crew: 1 (trained +4)
Hit Dice: 4d20 (80 hp)	Passenger Capacity: 4
Initiative Modifier: +2	Cargo Capacity: 2,400 lb.
Pilot’s Class Bonus: +3	Grapple Modifier: +8
Pilot’s Dex Modifier: +2	Base Purchase DC: 40
Gunner’s Attack Bonus: +2	Restriction: Licensed (+1)

Attack: Laser +1 ranged (6d8)

Attack of Opportunity: None

Standard PL 6 Design Specs:

Engines: Ion engine, thrusters

Armor: Polymeric

Defense Systems: Autopilot system

Sensors: Class II sensor array, targeting system

Communications: Laser transceiver, radio transceiver

Weapons: 1 laser

Grappling Systems: None