TIE/fci Fire Control Interceptor

Introduced shortly after the TIE Interceptor, the faster Interceptor/fc is intended to replace the TIE/fc in front line units. It is fitted with the secure communications and target designation package of its parent, but at the cost of some maneuverability and half the weapons systems. The lasers have been moved back to the original cockpit mounting from the solar panels, and the four hardpoints on the wing tips have been replaced with sensor equipment and imaging cameras. They often fly in tandem with TIE Interceptor/rc's, forming a "hunter element" which is usually escorted by TIE Interceptors. If only TIE/ln's are available for escort, the escort usually stays home, so as not to slow down the scouts. A number of these were made with the improved targeting systems and landing gear from the TIE Commando, but due to the extra power and bulk required for the targeting systems, shield generators could not be installed. It did not enter full production until just a few days after the Battle of Hoth.