Combat Needle

The Needle with improved combat capabilities, better pilot comfort and cargo/armor attachment points.

Instructions (includes part list)

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Features

• Spacious cockpit for pilot comfort
• Bot/light cargo docking port
• Rear engine can be detached and replaced with various other engines
• One pin connector per side for extension
• Two laser cannons, one missile launcher and further attachment points in the front (minifigure gear or instruments)
• 2x4 stud connectors on each side to attach cargo or further armor plates
• Can start/stand upright on its rear engine

Meta

The front part with weaponry and sensors was inspired by assault helicopters. Its asymmetry is supposed to mirror and balance the rear asymmetry inspired by The Needle.