Vanguard Hoplite - Original Concept LTI

The Aegis Dynamics Vanguard Hoplite is a Star Citizen medium dropship built for firepower, durability, and combat-focused gameplay. This listing includes the Vanguard Hoplite standalone ship from Aegis Dynamics as an Original Concept edition with Lifetime Insurance (LTI), delivered through the RSI gifting system.

The Vanguard Hoplite combines weapons, missiles, and agile handling for troop transport and combat support.

What you're getting

• Item type: Standalone ship
• Game: Star Citizen
• Ship: Aegis Dynamics Vanguard Hoplite
• Offer/edition: Original Concept
• Manufacturer: Aegis Dynamics
• Role: Dropship
• Insurance: Lifetime Insurance (LTI)
• Delivery: RSI Gifting System

Aegis Dynamics Vanguard Hoplite ship overview

The Aegis Vanguard Hoplite is a cross between the Vanguard deep space fighter and a dedicated boarding ship. Adapting the reliable base design for combined operations, the Hoplite is designed to insert an armored strike team in its target location and provide it with fire support until extraction.

Key features

• Drop-ship: With dedicated seating, guns racks and specialised equipment designed for up to six personnel, the Hoplite is ideal for a strike team (short to long ranged) insertion/extraction missions
• Aerial support: Although it's designed to be a drop-ship, the Hoplite still has heavy hitting firepower and can provide aerial support if required
• Weapons: The ship is equipped with a Size 5 gun hard-point, four Size 2 guns built into the ships nose, a manned turret with a pair of Size 2 guns and missiles racks that can hold eight Size 2 missiles
• Durability: At the expense of maneuverability compared to other medium/heavy fighters like the Hornet or Lightning, the Vanguard is made from a distinct tungsten alloy and has an extensive backup systems which enhances the ships combat survivability

Specs at a glance

• Vanguard Hoplite: Medium Combat Dropship
• Manufacturer: Aegis Dynamics
• Crew: 1
• Dimensions: 38.5 m length, 40 m beam, 8.5 m height
• Mass: 234,870 kg

Loadout highlights

• Weapons: 1 mount S5 Weapon; 4 mounts S2 Weapon
• Turrets: 2x S2 Weapon
• Missiles: 2 mounts, 4x S2 Missiles
• Shield Generators: 2 mounts, M Shield Generator
• Power Plants: 1 mount, M Power Plant
• Coolers: 2 mounts, M Cooler
• Quantum Drives: 1 mount, M Quantum Drive
• Jump Modules: 1 mount, M Jump Module
• Fuel Tanks: 2 mounts, M Fuel Tank
• Quantum Fuel Tanks: 1 mount, M Quantum Fuel Tank
• Fuel Intakes: 2 mounts, M Fuel Intake
• Radar: 1 mount, M Radar
• Computers: 1 mount, S Computer; 1 mount, M Computer
• Main Thrusters: 2 mounts Retro Thruster; 4 mounts Main Thruster
• Maneuvering Thrusters: 4 mounts Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster; 6 mounts Fixed Maneuvering Thruster

Why buy the Vanguard Hoplite?

Choose the Star Citizen Vanguard Hoplite LTI if you want an Aegis Dynamics medium dropship and an Original Concept collectible. It is especially suitable for players who want weapons, missiles, and agile handling.

Purchase notes

• This is a digital item for Star Citizen, not a physical product. Delivery is completed through the RSI gifting system.
• This listing is for the standalone ship. It does not include Star Citizen game access.
• 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.