the Conquest X-30

The Conquest X-30 is a powerful, experimental fighter jet first put into use in '86. The curious, forward-swept wing design of the Conquest is a truly distinctive feature, both for the look and due to the fact that, technically, it shouldn't be able to fly (but can thanks to revolutionary computer-assisted controls).

The Conquest has a top speed of Mach 2.42 (accounting for its incredibly high Speed rating), and a maximum operating radius of 1,200 miles (six hundred out, and six hundred back) - when fitted with two under-wing, 300 gallon fuel tanks, at least. The 2003 model Conquest has a new, 'sky' camo paint job, and the following vehicular capabilities:

Advanced Computer-Aided Control: the Conquest, as stated above, shouldn't be able to fly according to standard aeronautics science. However, it is equipped with extremely powerful, computer-assisted control surfaces, which not only enable the Conquest to fly, but provides its rather high Control rating.

AIM-12 Light Sparrow Air to Air Missiles: the Conquest X-30 has four of these deadly missiles when fully loaded, which its pilot can use to strike opponents who are out of the range of its cannons. These laser-guided anti-aircraft rockets are possessed of the following vehicular statistics:

Blast-Proof Tilt-Back Canopy: the Conquest's cockpit has been enhanced by this canopy, one that is made from Amazing (50) materials. This transparent marvel allows the Conquest to offer its full Body rating to its pilot, which significantly increases the odds of his survival in a dogfight.

Double-Blast 25mm Twin Cannons: these twin cannons can be fired separately or in tandem. If one cannon is fired at an opponent, it will inflict Excellent (20) Armor Piercing Shooting damage, while dual fire boosts this deadly damage +1 CS. This powerful weapon can chew up even the mightiest of aircraft.

Radio Frequency Array: the Conquest can use RF signals for two purposes: to communicate with an airfield (or aircraft carrier) with Good (10) range (600 miles, give or take), and to track both opponents and the terrain with a powerful, 'Bogey' threat sensor, one that functions with Remarkable (30) effectiveness.

Secondary Cannon: replacing one of the 2003 model's external fuel tanks, this weapon augments the Conquest X-30's offense. This wing-mounted gun can be fired to inflict Excellent (20) Shooting damage in a short burst, +1 CS if the thing is opened up wide (full auto).

Extra Goodies:

Gi Joe directories featuring a version of the Conquest X-30: