Max-7 Rono box freighter
The Max-7 Rono box freighter, also referred to as the Max-7 Rono, the Rono freighter, or simply Rono, represented a class of box freighter employed throughout the Imperial Era.
Attributes
The Max-7 Rono was a straightforward box freighter design, suitable for the conveyance of goods across substantial distances. It incorporated a raised cockpit, which was accessed by means of a ladder located at the front of the vessel. The ship possessed a spacious, open cargo area at its rear, the sides of which could be opened outward to serve as loading ramps. Positioned at the back of the spacecraft were its six engines—arranged with three on each side—encompassing both sublight and hyperdrive capabilities. Due to the absence of acceleration compensators, cargo required secure fastening to prevent damage from shifting objects.
A specially configured Max-7 Rono could be launched utilizing a ramp equipped with a track and an overhead rail system. Prior to launch, the weight needed calibration to ascertain the appropriate thrust ratio to facilitate liftoff. Weight determination was achieved via a load clutch handle situated adjacent to the booster throttle, which displayed the weight on an integrated gauge.
Historical Information
A specific Max-7 Rono was stationed at the Imperial base situated on Aldhani, within a hangar bay located behind the dam's payroll vault. Cassian Andor discovered that he would be piloting this particular vessel during a rebel mission on Aldhani, designating it as their means of escape. During the execution of the heist, the infiltration team successfully reached the hangar as planned, but encountered an assault from base personnel under the command of Lieutenant Kimzi during the loading process, resulting in a casualty that compelled them to seek refuge within the freighter. Subsequently, Cassian initiated the launch of the Rono through the tunnel, piloting it directly into the Eye of Aldhani as directed by Karis Nemik, successfully evading three pursuing TIE fighters and achieving escape into hyperspace. The rebel team utilized the freighter to reach their doctor on the moon Frezno, where they parted ways, with the team leader Vel retaining possession of the Rono.