Outrider

The Outrider is a modified YT-2400 light freighter, originally manufactured by the Corellian Engineering Corporation. This ship gained prominence as the personal vessel of the smuggler Dash Rendar, a character introduced in the Star Wars Legends continuity. The Outrider is notable for its speed, firepower, and advanced shielding systems, which make it a formidable adversary in both smuggling operations and combat scenarios. It features a unique saucer-shaped hull with a freighter cockpit, reminiscent of the iconic Millennium Falcon, but with several distinct differences in design and functionality.

In the Expanded Universe, particularly in the multimedia project "Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire," the Outrider serves as Dash Rendar's home and tool of trade. The ship assists in several key missions against the Black Sun crime syndicate and the Galactic Empire. Despite not being part of the official canon initially, the Outrider makes a brief appearance in the Special Edition of "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope," giving it a nod of recognition within the broader Star Wars universe. As a vessel, the Outrider underscores the thematic elements of independence and roguish charm that define many of the franchise's beloved freighters and their captains.