Upgrade to Defender

This Star Citizen Defender CCU upgrade is for buyers who want to upgrade a compatible base pledge to the Banu Defender. The upgrade target is a small light fighter ship built for firepower, durability, and combat-focused gameplay, delivered through the RSI gifting system.

The Defender combines weapons and shields for dogfighting and direct combat roles.

What you're getting

• Item type: CCU / ship upgrade
• Game: Star Citizen
• Upgrade target: Banu Defender
• Manufacturer: Banu
• Role: Light Fighter
• Delivery: RSI Gifting System

Banu Defender ship overview

The Banu Defender is a small two-seat combat ship utilized by the Banu to provide protection and fly alongside the Merchantman. Its design features Xi'an thrusters, Tevarin shields, and four Singe tachyon cannons. As a result, with a light-weight hull, it allows the ship to be agile and fast.

Key features

• Dual cockpit: The Defender utilizes the Banu's different style of piloting and co-piloting, where the co-pilot can control the main armament of the ship alongside the pilot in the dual cockpit system of the Defender. If desired, the co-pilot could focus on engineering or other ship matters to free up the pilot's attention.
• Different from the Human variant, the Defender built for Banu have isolated functions on the pilot seats so responsibilities cannot be shared between pilot and co-pilot. This is because the Banu pilot prefer to specialize in one task, while Human pilots prefer flexibility and an ability to assign functions as needed
• Phalanx shield: The Tevarin Phalanx shield combined with light oxus composite armor keeps the fighter light and fast, which is ideal for quick maneuvering during combat
• Minimalistic interior: With its emphasis on combat, the Defender has minimal cargo space and small sleeping quarters. Engines and components are shielded by cascading spinal shutters. Doors and shutters are molded into the walls to create a smooth, seamless aesthetic while still providing operator access
• Extended range: The Banu developed the Defender to provide protection and fly alongside the Merchantman, so its design includes a much improved range over other fighters of similar size due to its fuel intakes, dual fuel tanks, large quantum drive, and a powerful, efficient jump drive
• Additional Storage: The Banu defender has racks for up to 2 handheld weapons

Specs at a glance

• These specs describe the upgrade target, not the base ship used to apply the CCU.
• Defender: Small Combat Light Fighter
• Manufacturer: Banu
• Crew: 1-2
• Dimensions: 25.5 m length, 20 m beam, 8 m height
• Mass: 122,930 kg

Loadout highlights

• Weapons: 4 mounts S3 Weapon
• Missiles: 2 mounts, 2x S2 Missiles
• Shield Generators: 1 mount, M Shield Generator
• Power Plants: 2 mounts, S Power Plant
• Coolers: 2 mounts, S Cooler
• Quantum Drives: 1 mount, S Quantum Drive
• Jump Modules: 1 mount, S Jump Module
• Fuel Tanks: 2 mounts, S Fuel Tank
• Quantum Fuel Tanks: 2 mounts, S Quantum Fuel Tank
• Fuel Intakes: 2 mounts, S Fuel Intake
• Radar: 1 mount, S Radar
• Computers: 1 mount, S Computer
• Main Thrusters: 2 mounts Main Thruster
• Maneuvering Thrusters: 2 mounts Retro Thruster; 12 mounts Maneuvering Thruster

Why choose this upgrade?

Choose this Star Citizen Defender CCU if you want to upgrade a compatible base pledge to the Defender. It is best for buyers building an upgrade chain rather than buying a standalone ship or vehicle directly.

Purchase notes

• This is a digital item for Star Citizen, not a physical product. Delivery is completed through the RSI gifting system.
• This is a CCU / ship upgrade, not a standalone ship. You need a compatible base pledge in your RSI account to apply it.
• Specs and availability can change while Star Citizen develops; The Impound is independent and not affiliated with Cloud Imperium Games, Roberts Space Industries, or Star Citizen.