The Sabre is the smallest member of Hawkers popular Sword Class of fighting vessels and is well adapted for a reconnaissance role.  Built for speed, the lightly armed Sabre holds many records and in civilian trim is popular with both speed freaks and couriers alike. Its ability to outpace practically any other spacecraft combined with an agility that allows it to evade most missiles means that it is well able to stay out of trouble. Although its weapon systems seem comparatively meagre the rapidity with which it can close with a target can be quite alarming and it’s not unusual to encounter this ship used in an offensive manner.