The Crusader Industries Ares Ion is a Star Citizen small heavy fighter ship built for firepower, durability, and combat-focused gameplay. This listing includes the Ares Ion standalone ship from Crusader Industries as an Original Concept edition with Lifetime Insurance (LTI), plus Radiance Paint, delivered through the RSI gifting system.

The Ares Ion combines shields for dogfighting and direct combat roles.

What you're getting

• Item type: Standalone ship
• Game: Star Citizen
• Ship: Crusader Industries Ares Ion
• Offer/edition: Original Concept
• Manufacturer: Crusader Industries
• Role: Heavy Fighter
• Also included: Radiance Paint
• Insurance: Lifetime Insurance (LTI)
• Delivery: RSI Gifting System

Specs at a glance

• Ares Ion: Small Combat Heavy Fighter
• Manufacturer: Crusader Industries
• Crew: 1
• Dimensions: 27.2 m length, 30.2 m beam, 5.5 m height
• Mass: 329,001 kg

Loadout highlights

• Weapons: 1 mount S7 BEHR SF7E Laser Cannon
• Missiles: 12x S3 Missiles
• Shield Generators: 2 mounts, M Shield Generator
• Power Plants: 2 mounts, M Power Plant
• Coolers: 3 mounts, M Cooler
• Quantum Drives: 1 mount, M Quantum Drive
• Jump Modules: 1 mount, M Jump Module
• Fuel Tanks: 1 mount, M Fuel Tank
• Quantum Fuel Tanks: 1 mount, M Quantum Fuel Tank
• Fuel Intakes: 2 mounts, M Fuel Intake
• Radar: 1 mount, M Radar
• Computers: 1 mount, M Computer
• Main Thrusters: 2 mounts Main Thruster
• Maneuvering Thrusters: 2 mounts Retro Thruster; 12 mounts Maneuvering Thruster

Why buy the Ares Ion?

Choose the Star Citizen Ares Ion LTI if you want a Crusader Industries small heavy fighter ship, an Original Concept collectible, and the included Radiance Paint. It is especially suitable for players who want shields.

Purchase notes

• This is a digital item for Star Citizen, not a physical product. Delivery is completed through the RSI gifting system.
• This listing is for the standalone ship. It does not include Star Citizen game access.
• Specs and availability can change while Star Citizen develops; The Impound is independent and not affiliated with Cloud Imperium Games, Roberts Space Industries, or Star Citizen.