Many of the droids seen in the movies come from the rseries of droids r0 through r9. R8series astromech droid legends wiki star wars amino. Astromech droid droidapedia wikia fandom powered by wikia. The tx was the first dedicated astromech droid to hit the confederate market. Like other astromech droids, r2d2 could walk on two legs or use a third leg to roll across the. The r5 series astromech droid was a model of rseries astromech droid. An r2 unit performs all of the most complex astrogation, flight data, technical diagnosis, and power management tasks, freeing. The r5series astromech droid was a line of low cost astromech droids built by industrial automaton. Apr 27, 2015 astromech droids are used on a variety of starfighters, such as the t65 xwing and delta7 aetherspriteclass light interceptor, as a copilot, for navigational computations see nav computer. There are a ton of astromechs in the rseries, but the r2 is one of the most popular. The r series astromech droids consist of nine different sub series.
R2d2, widely considered the most famous of the rseries astromech droids. R2 series astromech droids was a model of astromech droidproduced by industrial automaton, boasting a level of success that was never equaled in industrial automatons long history. Sometime after the battle of endor a new class of astromech droid known as the bb unit was created, which had a head similar to that of the original r series astromech droid. The droids fix the generator, but the hyperdrive is too badly damaged. R2series astromech droid great multiverse wiki fandom. So for me, thats not an r1 astromech droid but an ancient security droid intended for space stations or large capital ships. Astromech droids were units of droid manufactured by industrial automation. The most droids of the r series have a sensor eye, but this droid has a satellite dish, instead of this eye. Arsix as in the star wars rebels xd image in star wars collection by diva on we heart it see more. Industrial automatons r9series was similar to its previous rseries models, but r9 droids were notorious for selfenhancing their preservation routines, even if it meant hiding data from their owners. All rseries astromech droids legends star wars explained. U9c4 is a timid droid sent on a mission with dsquad, an alldroid special unit in star wars. The following page contains a list of astromech droids featured in star wars rebels. The malfunctioning droid r5d4 also makes a brief appearance in star wars.
There are obviously a great many of these droids, as even backwater tatooine had a few being sold by jawas for farm labor. But did you know that r2d2 has an entire family of his own their known as industrial automatons famous r series astromech droids. The r3series astromech droid was an astromech model developed and sold by the droidmaker industrial automaton ia. The r1 astromech droid was the first r series astromech droid manufactured by the industrial automation that was created as a possible upgrade to the p2 series astromech droid that was used during the time of the old republic. I love to see all the unique creations and names for all these different astromech droids. R series astromech droids are used widely around the star wars universe. A star wars story is incomplete without a small brave astromech droid woven into the plot. The rseries was an astromech droid line created by industrial automaton, consisting of ten modelsthe p2series and the r1 through r9series droids. Though the droids in this chapter have generic names such as artillery droid and war droid, most of the droid entries present specific models from the star wars universe. The rseries was a series of astromech droids manufactured by industrial automaton. R8series astromech droid great multiverse wiki fandom.
Its most popular products were the r series astromech droids, in particular the versatile r2 series. The history of rseries astromech droids wookieepedia fandom. R2 series astromech droids, such as r2d2, were part of the rseries. R series astromech droids swgemu wiki fandom powered. The r1 was not very popular when they were first put on the market and the only known r1 droid that was named was r1g4. Swiss army knife of droids i want to build an astromech the eccentric droid served as a mechanic for several generations of the skywalker family. Designed specifically for use in the newly released ewing multirole starfighter, the r7 series was developed in secret, along with its bespoke starfighter, as part of a joint venture between ia and freitek incorporated. Astromechs from this line are identified by their series number, followed by their unit number, followed by a twodigit alphanumeric designation that is unique to each droid. Part of the rseries of droids from industrial automaton, the. This model was produced during the rule of the alliance of civilizations, during the second war. The rseries was an astromech droid line created by industrial automaton, consisting of ten.
The r8 series astromech droid is a part of industral automatons r series. R9 series astromech droid the r9 series astromech droid is the newest in industrial automatons line of r series astromech droids. Star wars astromech droids r series you know you love star wars if you already knew these. R2 r series astromech droids are capable of flying reconnaissance ships, operating sensors, monitoring local communications frequencies, and performing many of the more menial and routine tasks on scouting missions, freeing the ships pilot to handle tasks that require more skill and ingenuity. They are used to perform repairs, to communicate with computers and to hack into enemy computers by the player. The droids have been placed in generic categories to allow gamemasters to use their statistics for droids in that particular role, and not just for a specific model of droid.
The r1series integrated and improved on the developments of the p2series prototype astromech, and was an improvement over the. As secondary purposes, astromech droids had the ability to override auto turrets, open sealed doors, and even reprogram other droids, other computer. His bravery, coupled with his many gadgets, played large roles in saving the galaxy time and time again. The most wellknown astromechs are the r series astromechs, most notably the r2 line. Astromech droid the r1series astromech droid, also known as the r1 reactor drone, was industrial automatons first production model of their new consumermarket rseries astromech droid line. Astromech droids are a common type of droid in the star wars universe. The r8series astromech droid was a part of industrial automatons line of rseries astromech droids. I suspect that the designation decribes what type of droid it is rather than being a serial number.
Yes, its not my normal content but i am allowed to like more than one thing. This model was produced during the rule of the new republic, following the. Rseries refers to a line of astromech droids created by industrial automaton. Guest are already sharing their creations on fan sites and social media sites. A combination of excellent design, highquality marketing, and good timing made this astromech droid one of the most sought after droids in history, and one of the few vintage astromech series still in active. The astromech droids were created by the industrial automation, like many working class droids, and were bought throughout the galaxy with several upgrades like with the r2 units and the r5 units. For me, that allows r1 to be the ancient astromech design older then r2 which chopper was an example of instead of c1, an entirely new series of astromech weve never seen before. The r9 series astromech droid was the latest in industrial automatons line of r series astromech droids and the first created during the rule of the multiversal federation. Produced by industrial automaton, the r series was an incredible developmental project, setting several standards and paradigms that other astromech droids would later adhere to, such as fitting into a starfighter socket and having immense aftermarket upgrade and modification abilities. The r9 series was similar to its previous r series models, but r9 droids were notorious for selfenhancing their preservation routines, even if it meant hiding data from their owners. The r2 unit is a popular example of an astromech droid. The r1series astromech droid was industrial automatons first production model of their new consumermarket rseries astromech droid line. Known units x2c3 imperial astromech t7o1 the common imperial x2c3 unit. This folder is for astromech droids that are not part of the r series.
This astromech droid here initially appeared in the 2012 lego xwing starfighter set as r5d8, jek porkins astromech droid. The r0 series astromech droid was first issued in 24 aby, by industrial automation. The r4 series strongly resembled other astromechs like the r2 and r3 unit, except for its dome, which usually had a conical shape, making the droid slightly taller than other models. R9series astromech droid great multiverse wiki fandom. There are several popular models of astromech droids including the p, q, r and s lines. The differences between an r5series astromech droid and the astromech droids created for use in starships made by a brandnew corporation for your home campaign are probably negligible enough to simply use the r5 statistics. The r5 series astromech droid was a line of low cost astromech droids built by industrial automaton. Perhaps the most famous droids in the star wars universe, astromech droids were used as mechanics and copilots on starships, among other duties. The r series is a popular line of astromech droid in the star wars universe.
Rseries astromech droids star wars droids, star wars love. Droid engineering r series droids r2 series r2 series, advanced model r3 series r3 series, advanced model r4 series r4 series, advanced model r5 series r5 series, advanced model famous r series droids r2d2 r5d4 other r series droids p2 series r1 series r6 series r7 series r8 series r9 series. Its great to see all the unique color combinations and names for these droids. R2d2s extended family every rseries astromech droid youtube. We all live r2d2, but do you know how and rseries astromech. Along with his counterpart, the protocol droid c3po, r2d2 constantly found himself directly involved in pivotal moments of galactic history. The r8 series astromech droid was a part of industrial automatons line of r series astromech droids.
Produced by industrial automaton, the r2series astromech droids were the most. We need to talk about star wars droid names right goddamn. Rseries the r8series astromech droid was a part of industrial automatons line of rseries astromech droids. Either way, a lot of starships relied on astromechs. The characteristics of the popular r2 series of astromech droids. It detailed the history of industrial automatons line of rseries astromech droids. Industrial automaton ia was one of the two primary droid manufacturers in the galaxy, the other being cybot galactica. The history of rseries astromech droids is an article from star wars adventure journal 7. R2d2 is an astromech droid introduced in 1977s star wars and featured in all subsequent films. Apr 10, 2017 r2d2s extended family every rseries astromech droid. The history of rseries astromech droids is an article from star wars adventure journal 7, written by pablo hidalgo and illustrated by matt busch. Rseries astromech droids lego star wars wiki fandom. R2series astromech droids legends star wars minute youtube.
The r9series astromech droid was the latest in industrial automatons line of rseries astromech droids and the first created during the rule of the multiversal federation. This model was produced during the rule of the new republic, following the death of grand admiral thrawn. Even when trade with the known galaxy gave access to the r series of astromechs, most confederate citizens preferred the proven tx series. The r6r9 droids appear in a bunch of star warsexpanded universe stuff i admit i havent paid much attention to other than their droids. R2d2s extended family every rseries astromech droid. Dz70 akrayd, le repair droid, probe droid, r series astromech droids binary load lifter, mse mouse droid, power droid gonk, protocol droid, surgical droid, treadwell droid. Notable units r04l0, r07g9, r0a3, r0a18, r0h2, r0q1, r0z6. Background unlike the r series, the q7 series droids were spherical.
Marcusstarkiller hobbyist, general artist deviantart. The story of r5d4 star wars canon vs legends youtube. Released soon after the great battle of endor, the r6 was ias attempt at repairing their own reputation after the tremendous failure that was their r5 series. R2d2 is a astromech droid appearing in all 6 episodes. R2rseries astromech droid star wars saga edition wikia. R7 astromech the r7 series is the latest member of industrial automatons highly respected r series family of astromech droids. The r6series astromech droid was the sixth astromech droid model made by industrial automaton under their rseries of droids. Learn about the nine rseries astromech droids developed by industrial automaton from their predecessor to the r1 through the r9. R1series astromech droids production information manufacturer industrial automaton product line rseries class astromech droid technical information height 1. R6series astromech droid great multiverse wiki fandom. The upper hemisphere contained the regular dome, while the lower hemisphere housed repulsorlift engines which allowed the q7 to. The r4series astromech droid was a droid model manufactured by industrial automaton.
A combination of excellent design, highquality marketing, and good timing made this astromech droid one of the most sought after droidsin history, and one of the few vintage astromech series still in active. Astromech droids were a type of maintenance droid that were used commonly as a repair unit for starships. Its most popular products were the rseries astromech droids, in particular the versatile r2series history. An astromech droid, also often known as a utility droid, is a droid that serves generally as an automated mechanic. Based upon the success of prior astromech models, such as the wildly popular r2 series, industrial automaton intended the r5 series to cater to budget buyers at the cost of some functionality. Theres revans t3m4, hera syndullas chopper, to poe damerons bb8 and of course r2d2 these tiny droids. Based upon the success of prior astromech models, such as the wildly popular r2series, industrial automaton intended the r5series to cater to budget buyers at the cost of some functionality.
R6series astromech droid star wars pictures, star wars rpg, star. A history of lego star wars astromech droids brick pals. It would appear that theyre not obsolete, at least within the structure of the resistance which appears to be somewhat underfunded, but possesses some relatively new kit. These small droids are often equipped with a variety of tooltipped appendages that are stowed in recessed compartments. Aug 16, 2016 learn about the nine rseries astromech droids developed by industrial automaton from their predecessor to the r1 through the r9. R9series astromech droids production information manufacturer industrial automaton product line rseries class astromech droid chronological and political information eras new republic era legacy era new jedi order affiliation various r9series astromech droids is a droid was the latest in industrial automatons line of rseries astromech droids and the first created during the rule of the. R2d2 star wars droids wiki fandom powered by wikia. General units the r2 astromech is industrial automatons most successful series of diagnostic and repair droids, largely due to the compact design that enables it unlike its predecessors to fit precisely into the astromech sockets of starfighters.
This was also the only r series astromech to not have a sensor eye, and instead featured a miniature satellite dish on its dome. We all live r2d2, but do you know how and rseries astromech works. So r2 is set up for repairs, d2 is set up for spaceships. An astromech droid referred as a thermocapsulary dehousing assister, is a major character in all six star.
Cutprice versions of superior r2 units, they were low cost, but prone to malfunctions, defects and bad attitudes. The shield generator and hyperdrive are damaged while escaping the trade federations blockade of naboo. They usually appear to be short, dustbinshaped machines with domed heads and two stubby legs, some having a third leg protruding from their undersides. R1series astromech droid great multiverse wiki fandom.
Rseries astromech droids are used widely around the star wars universe. Ia was a company specializing in droids for all trades and walks of life. While the term astromech was originally used to refer to utility droids during the jedi civil war, it was the company industrial automaton who officially created the astromech droids, along with the gnk power droid and the 21b surgical droid. The rseries set several standards and paradigms that other astromech droids would later adhere to, such as fitting into a starfighter socket and having immense aftermarket. The eccentric droid r2d2 served as a mechanic for several generations of the skywalker family. Industrial automatons r9 series was similar to its previous r series models, but r9 droids were notorious for selfenhancing their preservation routines, even if it meant hiding data from their owners. Rseries robot supremacy wiki fandom powered by wikia. There are multiple r series units in the foreground of this shot from the force awakens. Astromech droids are a series of versatile utility robots generally used for the maintenance and repair of starships and related technology. R2series astromech droid star wars saga edition wikia. R2d2, widely considered the most famous of the r series astromech droids. There are multiple rseries units in the foreground of this shot from the force awakens. Industrial automaton star wars droids wiki fandom powered. Another nearly famous rseries is the r5d4 with the bad motivator who nearly took artoos place on lukes uncles farm perhaps ill one day write a rseries history for this site, but for now this is not the place for that.
R series refers to a line of astromech droids created by industrial automaton. The r2series astromech droid was a model of astromech droid produced by industrial automaton, boasting a level of success that was never equaled in industrial automatons long history. Learn the story of r5d4, the droid with the bad motivator, in the new star wars canon as well as legends and a noncanon story. It would appear that theyre not obsolete, at least within the structure of the resistance which appears to be somewhat underfunded, but possesses some relatively new kit there are two other rseries droids. Droid engineering rseries droids r2series r2series, advanced model r3series r3series, advanced model r4series r4series, advanced model r5series r5series, advanced model famous rseries droids r2d2 r5d4.
With the exception of the r1 series of reactor drones, they are small astromech droids that can fit into droid sockets in ywings, xwings, and many other starfighters. Its not like other astromech types other than the r. There are two other r series droids seen in the last jedi. This droid was produced shortly after the death of grand admiral thrawn. The r3 came at the heels of ias blockbuster launch of the r2series astromech droid as the company rushed to capitalize on their new dominance of the maintenance and repair droid market. The ship is forced to land on the remote world of tatooine to find a replacement part. R series astromech droids swgemu wiki fandom powered by wikia. Biography of the r2d2 droid character in star wars star. This was also the only rseries astromech to not have a sensor eye. The history of rseries astromech droids wookieepedia. The r4series strongly resembled other astromechs like the r2 and r3 unit, except for its dome, which usually had a conical shape, making the droid slightly taller than other models. I encourage fans to continue to share their droids they build online. The r4 series astromech droid was a droid model manufactured by industrial automaton. However, he later reappeared in the 2014 lego ucs sandcrawler set as r5d4, an update of the original one from 1999.
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