The Star Wars universe is full of details and incredible stories. However, one of the essential items that help different characters while they battle is a great vehicle or spaceship.
There are many ships during each Star Wars episode. You can find various in Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, A New Hope, Return of the Jedi, and even in The Mandalorian and The Bad Batch. Read on, and learn more about the most interesting ones.
Most Interesting Ships List
Even though Star Wars has many different ships, the most interesting ones stand out from the rest due to their specific characteristics. Take a look at all the models:
TIE Fighter
Surely you are all familiar with the famous sound that this spacecraft produces. The TIE Fighter is one of the most common ships in the Star Wars universe. It is known as one of the symbols of the Imperial fleet since it often chases Obi-Wan and many other Jedi Knights through the Galaxy.
Star Wars fans can easily identify a TIE fighter as it is small, rounded, and with wings on each side of its body. Each time wars occur, the Imperial fleet chases the rebel alliance in this model, probably because it is fast and effective.
The primary purpose of the TIE fighter is to generate fear in all enemies of the Empire. Additionally, the ship paved the way for many other similar models, such as the explosive-laden TIE bomber.
X-Wing
The X-wing is one of the most recognizable ships in the entire Star Wars universe. It is an adaptable and multi-purpose starfighter of the Rebel Alliance that balances speed and firepower. With its two torpedo launchers and four laser cannons, the X-wing can handle a wide range of enemy spacecraft. Luke Skywalker often used this starfighter, and with it, he had the famous scene of the destruction of the Death Star. The ship took part in some of the most significant battles and played a major role in them, such as the Battle of Endor, the Battle of Yavin, and many others.
The Executor-class Super Star Destroyer
With six different arcs to fire and a mighty engine that roars each time enemies get near, the Super Star Destroyer is one of the greatest examples of a different set of ships in the Star Wars Universe: the immense ones.
The royal starship (or the Executor-class Star Dreadnought) is a ship Darth Vader and his fleet used to chase down the rebel alliance during the events of the Empire Strikes Back and the Return of the Jedi (the original Star Wars trilogy).
As the ship chases them, the Rebel Alliance often has to find its way through different obstacles to stay alive, particularly since the Super Star Destroyer has deadly features that quickly tear through the opponent’s defensive methods.
Millennium Falcon
Known as Han Solo’s ship, the Millennium Falcon is probably top three in the most iconic ships on the Star Wars franchise. It has appeared in almost every project of the series, including Star Wars The Force Awakens, the original trilogy, and more.
Han Solo and Luke Skywalker escaped on the ship on many occasions while trying to stay alive during Star Wars. The ship itself was originally a cargo vessel.
Chewbacca and Han Solo probably loved the Millennium Falcon’s design because it is completely customizable. Likewise, it is one of the fastest models, which makes it ideal for escaping in perilous moments.
Razor Crest (The Mandalorian)
Before the Galactic Empire rose, the Razor Crest was a military patrol craft. However, it eventually ended in the hands of Djin Djarin, who gave it a completely different use: he chose it as his ship to work as a bounty hunter in the times of the New Republic origins.
In the Mandalorian, it is mentioned that it is impressive that the Razor Crest has survived the rising of the New Republic without being taken in.
Even though the model does not appear in the original trilogy, it is the ship of a fighter. It includes a hyperdrive, two engines, and two laser cannons. Even Count Dooku could envy it.
Tantive IV
The Tantive IV is not as known as the Millennium Falcon or Luke Skywalker’s scout ship, but it still aids the rebels in their attempts at taking down Darth Vader during the original trilogy.
In the Star Wars canon, the Tantive IV is one of the only blockade runners existing. Additionally, it was manufactured by the same Corellian corporation, called the Corellian Engineering Corporation. The company also made Han Solo’s Millennium.
During his time as a Senator in Attack of the Clones, a Phantom Menace, and Revenge of the Sith, Senator Bail Organa used the Tantive IV as headquarters to plot against the Empire. Even though he does not make an appearance in other Star Wars movies such as a New Hope, the ship is still an essential part of the plot.
Death Star
Along with the Millennium Falcom, the Death Star ship is possibly the best known and most popular ship on the Star Wars franchise.
It has a clearly recognizable design that many people love: it is shaped like a moon and capable of destroying planets.
Anakin Skywalker chose the Death Star due to its mighty power of destruction. It also has an immense size, so he can fit many troops and everything needed to conquer or destroy worlds.
The first Death Star is destroyed by Luke Skywalker during his combat with the Galactic Empire. While the second Death Star, which was considerably larger, was destroyed in the Battle of Endor. This second one still appears as a wreck in the Rise of Skywalker. In the Force Awakens, a similar ship appears as well.
The Devastator – Imperial Star Destroyer
Famous for its participation in capturing the Tantive IV, the Devastator was an Imperial I-class ship known as an Imperial Star Destroyer. He had a significant contribution to the Battle of Scarif.
During some time, the Devastator was Darth Vader’s recognizable starship. It was armed with turbo laser batteries, different tractor beams, and ion cannons. However, since it was one of the most important ships for the Galactic Empire, it was often upgraded to get the most innovative technology.
The Devastator had an essential role in the original movies, especially because it participated in the capture of Bail Organa’s royal ship. It was finally destroyed in the crucial and decisive Battle of Endor.
Havoc Marauder (The Bad Batch)
The Havoc Marauder is one of the newest ships shown in the Star Wars franchise. Even though it does not appear in any of the classic “Star Wars Episode…” movies, it is the ship of the Clone Commando elite squad, also known as the Bad Batch.
Its length is still unknown, but its features are innovative and unique, which occurs with many interesting Star Wars ships.
The Havoc Marauder has three laser cannons and can be driven by two pilots, making it a perfect escape ship.
B-Wing
The B-Wing was one of the favorite ships of the Rebel Alliance. During a New Hope and the Empire Strikes Back, the ship existed as a single-pilot, heavily-armed vehicle to fight the Galactic Empire.
After Senator Bail Organa ordered their secret manufacturing to combat the Empire, he commanded manufacturers to develop B-Wings. It ended being a fast model but very tricky to fly, which is why only the most skilled pilots could manage them.
Several B-Wings participated in the battle of Endor as the Alliance tried to defeat the Empire once and for all. Its characteristic thin shape allows the ship to be extremely fast and agile, which combined with its mighty-armed power made it an immense threat to even the most dangerous ships the enemy could use.
Slave I
Also known as the Slave One, the Slave I was a modified ship. It was originally a Firespray-31 used by Jango Fett, the well-known bounty hunter.
The Slave I was used prior to the Clone Wars. It was known for having suffered several modifications to make it more powerful, such as upgraded tail blaster cannons with an immensely precise capability.
When Jango used it, it was an incredibly armed ship. Since it was completely customizable, it was often changed to have even more power, such as an incredibly shielding technology to ensure the safety of the pilot.
The Ghost
Originally made by the Corellian Engineering Corporation, the Ghost was a VCX-100 class shuttle light freighter owned by Hera Syndulla, a rebel pilot. It was named ”Ghost” due to its ability to evade all sensors in the Empire.
Like many other light freighters designed by the CEC, the Ghost had starboard and port docking rings. At the same time, the ship design allowed the pilot to operate the turret from the cockpit if there was no nose gunner available.
The Ghost’s engines were baffled, and it also had dampeners and static jammers to make it almost impossible to detect. However, also very significant upgrades it had were the 87 illegal additions that the Rebel Alliance introduced into its stealth systems in order to successfully evade the Imperial sensors.
TIE Bomber
The TIE Bombers were usually incredibly dangerous ships, mainly used by the Empire to massively destroy their enemy.
These ships appeared in Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back, and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi.
TIE Bombers were feared among the Galaxy due to their ability to drop vast quantities of bombs and other munitions on different targets, such as rebellious planets. The ship attacked targets with terrifying accuracy.
Jedi Starfighter
Unlike other unique ships such as the Millenial Falcon, the Tantive IV, and the Death Star, the Jedi Starfighter was any starfighter piloted by a Jedi.
Obi-Wan and Anakin Skywalker piloted one of the most famous starfighters during the Battle of Coruscant, the Eta-2 Actis-class. However, starfighters appeared on many occasions during the films and series. Yoda’s starfighter, also known simply as Yoda’s fighter, is also very famous.
Each starfighter is a single-pilot ship that is often heavily armed and very agile. The Jedi needs the ability to quickly pilot it through different obstacles such as the enemy’s firing power or even meteors.
Even though the starfighter is not a unique ship, it still stands out among all the models in the Star Wars universe as it is always piloted by a Jedi. Thus, the starfighter is a symbol of hope and goodness.
Kylo Ren’s Upsilon-class Command Shuttle
An Upsilon-class Command Shuttle, also known as a First Order Class Shuttle, or an Upsilon-class Shuttle, was a special edition ship designed exclusively for the First Order.
Kylo Ren’s Command Shuttle was designed in secret as the First Order prepared for the rise of the Galactic Empire once more. He used it to search for Luke Skywalker, and the model was greatly inspired by the original Class Shuttles of the Old Empire.
The Class Shuttle is easily recognizable due to its black color and its extensive wings, making it a different ship to maneuver.
Even though the Class Shuttle’s wings would retract when flying, the complicated shape of the ship makes it a complicated model. Only the best pilots can maneuver it.
Y-Wing
The Y-Wing is another Fighter model, known as a BTL Y-wing starfighter, used since the Clone Wars. The ship is not one of the most common models, and it’s often overshadowed by others, such as the X-Wings, a B-Wing, a Jedi starfighter, or the Hammerhead Corvette.
Even so, each Y-Wing was both essential and challenging to maneuver effectively. The origins of the ship allowed many different models to originate afterward.
At the same time, Y-Wings have produced remarkable pilots, just like any other TIE fighters ship or Jedi starfighter.
A Y-Wing ship was often used in Star Wars to bomb ground targets and assorted dogfights. Even though X-Wings are newer models, the Y class is also an iconic design on the Galaxy far, far away.
Ebon Hawk
With 78 feet in length and 74 in width, the Ebon Hawk was a ship used by the Old Galactic Empire. It was an extremely fast model and was used as a starship.
The Ebon Hawk’s history is complicated, as it was used by Revan to seek and destroy the Star Forge. After that, Sith Assassins hijacked it, and amid the battle, the ship’s engine and hyperdrive died.
Therefore, the Ebon Hawk spent some time drifting around Peragus II’s asteroid fields until T3-M4 and 3C-FD, utility droids, repaired it, and landed it on the Peragus Mining Facility, on a hangar.
Scimitar – Sith Infiltrator
The Scimitar, also known simply as the Sith Infiltrator, was Darth Maul’s personal starship. It was heavily equipped with laser cannons and participated in the Battle for Naboo, after which it was taken by Maul’s Master, Darth Sidious.
Even though it is also a Galactic Empire ship, the Scimitar immensely differs from other popular models, such as star destroyers. The Sith Infiltrator first appears as a surprise since it was cloaked.
The Scimitar’s wings can fold around its cockpit, but once it engages in flight, the wings must be open to avoid excess heat due to its ion engines.
Naboo Royal Cruiser
The Naboo Royal Cruiser was a diplomatic ship that did not carry any weapons, but it was equipped with very powerful shields as it was solely destined to protect royalty during space travel.
Before the Clone Wars, Senator Padmé Amidala traveled to Coruscant in one of her Royal Cruisers, escorted by three Naboo N-1 Starfighter, to participate in the voting regarding the creation of the Republic Military.
When the Royal Cruiser arrived at the landing pad, it exploded, seemingly killing Senator Padmé. However, she had switched places with her handmaiden, so she survived her attempt of assassination, even though her Naboo Royal Starship was destroyed.
Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter
There were many ships during the Galactic Civil War that occurred in Star Wars Episode IV (A New Hope), V (The Empire Strikes Back), and VI (The Return of the Jedi). However, Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter was one of the most known ones and could even make Obi-Wan and other strong characters scared.
The vehicle was one of the fastest in the Star Wars Universe and definitely one of the most powerful TIE fighters. It had twin cannons and could carry secondary weapons to make it deadlier.
As a wing fighter, Vader’s ship had a wide cockpit capacity to be able to carry him. It also had a deflector shield generator and a hyperdrive feature.
Additional five ships worth mentioning:
Supremacy – Mega-class Star Dreadnought
During the First Order conquest, the Supremacy was also known as ”Snoke’s Boudoir” or Mega Star Destroyer. It served as the Order’s mobile headquarters, and it was destroyed by the Resistance.
Even though most cruisers have several engines, the power of the Supremacy was hardly matched by other models. It had 32 motors (sublight engines) and was large enough to dock eight models of the Imperial Star Destroyer. Overall, it could comfortably carry 36,000 stormtroopers.
This starship had a widely known colossal size, mainly noticed in its wingspan. During the battle with the Resistance on the planet Crait, the Supremacy was split in two.
Hammerhead-class Cruiser
During the Republic Attack in the Old Sith Wars, the Republic used a Hammerhead-class Cruiser ship to inflict damage on enemies.
The Hammerhead ship was a cruiser and a bigger version of the Praetorian class frigate. Republic-designed controls made it a perfect warship to pilot above the clouds and keep different worlds in check.
Although the ship could engage in individual tasks and operations, it was frequently used on a supporting fleet to ensure its effectiveness and durability. A Hammerhead ship could also easily land on different planets. This starship first appeared in the episode ‘A Princess on Lothal‘ in the Rebels series.
Trade Federation Battleship
The Trade Federation Battleships are also very famous ships, known for their broken disk shape with a sphere in the middle.
These ships were gigantic in size because they were designed to fit legions of droids. As pilots and commanders seal themselves inside, they can direct troopers and droids to do all the hard work.
Trade Federation Battleships were widely used in the conflict between the Trade Federation and the Galactic Republic, and one of the most important ones was the one used in the Separatist flotilla: the Droid Control Ship.
T-4a Imperial Shuttle
The Lambda-class T-4a imperial shuttle was a royal starship used by the Galactic Empire during Star Wars as a multi transportation vehicle.
Also known as the Lambda-class Imperial ship, the Shuttle had an elegant and luxurious design that made it stand out among other ships, even if they belonged to the Galactic Empire.
Lambda-class shuttles had three wings that folded outward during flights to ensure stability. When the ship landed, the wings folded inward.
Obi Wan’s protege and friend, young Jedi, Luke Skywalker, mentions that Lambdas can be flown by one pilot, but they should be maneuvered by two people since it’s easier that way, especially in hyperspace.
Mon Calamari Cruiser
While fighting the second Death Star, the Mon Calamari Cruiser was a chosen ship by the rebels to attack the Empire.
The Mon Calamari Cruiser ship has a unique design that is meant to contrast with the Imperial Star Destroyers of the Galactic Empire.
At the same time, its most famous appearance is in the film: the Return of the Jedi.
Famous Starships in Star Wars Episode IV
Although there are many famous ships such as the Republic Attack Cruiser, the Wing Fighter, the X-Wing, the regular Republic Cruiser, the ETA 2, and the Delta 7, the most iconic ones in Episode IV were the Millennium Falcon and the Rebel Blockade Runner (the Tantive). Among all the famous starships, the Millenium Falcon is known due to its charismatic pilots (Solo and Chewbacca) and the many upgrades they did to ensure the cruiser was unique.
At the same time, the Rebel Blockade Runner first appears when Princess Leia commands it to run away from Darth Vader and his Star Destroyer.
What Are Star Wars Ships Called?
The ships in each Star Wars Episode have many different names depending on the model, the manufacturer, and even their pilots or owners.
The ETA 2, for example, is more commonly known as a Jedi Starfighter or Interceptor, as it was used by the Jedi during the Clone Wars.
On the other hand, there are also classes by letter, such as the X-Wing and its similar models, which correspond to the letters B, Y, and even D.
Count Dooku used a Solar Sailer, which is also another famous name. However, the Solar Sailer is often not recognized compared to the Millenium Falcon, the Star Destroyer, the Rebel Blockade Runner, or even the X-Wing, the Delta 7, and the fighter models.
Who Has the Best Ship in Star Wars?
The question of who has the best vehicle in Star Wars is an immense debate and a very subjective one. Manufacturers built ships with different purposes, and many pilots or crew members enhanced them to make them more powerful.
Millennium Falcon, for example, was often seen in the original trilogy – Star Wars Episode IV: a New Hope, Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, and Star Wars Episode VI: The Return of the Jedi. The pilots upgraded it, and many people consider it to be their favorite.
Others prefer a simpler model like an X-Wing or a Delta 7, or they say the Star Destroyer is, by far, the most powerful one. It depends on the goals of the cruiser.
What Is Darth Vader’s Ship?
The personal vehicle of Darth Vader was the Executor, which led the Death Squadron on a challenging Battle of Endor.
The Executor was also present in Star Wars during the Imperial Assault on the Battle of Hoth, where the Galactic Empire fought the Rebel Alliance.
Conclusion
People can appreciate many important Star Wars ships, as the franchise has designed each of them with specific purposes. From the Phantom Menace to the Attack of the Clones and even newer Star Wars movies such as Rogue One or The Last Jedi, each vehicle is a unique symbol of the series and has one-of-a-kind characteristics.