THETA-CLASS T-2C SHUTTLE PERSONNEL TRANSPORT DATA FILE TYPE: Shuttlecraft MANUFACTURER: Cygnus Spaceworks SPEED: 2,000 kph (1,242 mph) MODEL: Theta T-2c LENGTH: 18.5 m (60 ft 8 in) HYPERDRIVE: Class 1 WEAPONS: 1 laser cannon, 2 quad laser cannons THESE SHIPS ARE BUILT by Cygnus Spaceworks, under special order by Supreme Chancellor Palpatine. They have never been available for purchase. The model is eventually incorporated into the Imperial fleet, but only for the highest-ranking officers. Chancellor Palpatine uses this vehicle to get to the fiery planet Mustafar when he senses Anakin Skywalker is in danger there.

Reinforced window to protect high-ranking passengers

SHUTTLE PERKS A center fin boosts the T-2C’s ray shielding, and side wings vent heat collected by the shield. A secondary gunner station is located in the cabin. Quad laser cannon Wings are raised for landing mode

Long wings project powerful shields

Transformation Palpatine takes a gravely injured Anakin in his T-2C shuttle to the Grand Republic Medical Facility on Coruscant. It is here that Anakin is transformed into Darth Vader.