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| name                            = Ballista
| image                           = Ballista on glassland firing weapons - cropped.jpg
| manufacturer                    = ANVL
| series                          = Atlas
| role                            = Ground Anti-Air
| size                            = vehicle
| hangar                          = S4/M
| productionstate                 = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc             = Since [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.6.0|Alpha 3.6.0]]
| mincrew                         = 1
| maxcrew                         = 2
| length                          = 17
| width                           = 7
| height                          = 5
| mass                            = 76816
| cargocapacity                   = 0
| stowage                         = 
| pledgecost                      = 140
| originalpledgecost              = 140
| warbondcost                     = 120
| originalwarbondcost             = 120
| pledgeavailability              = Always available
| rsistoreurl                     = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/anvil-ballista/Ballista
| presentationurl1                = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/17153-Anvil-Ballista
| trailerurl                      = https://youtu.be/kUseGGO_vXc
| brochureurl                     = 
| qandaurl1                       = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/17177-Q-A-Anvil-Ballista
| galactapediaurl                 = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/V8gJyXMDrM-ballista
| releasedate                     = 2947
| conceptdate                     = 2017-07-20
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The '''Ballista''' is a ground-based anti-aircraft vehicle, that is a variant within the [[:Category:Atlas series|Atlas Platform]] series, which has been developed by [[Anvil Aerospace]]. This mobile missile defense system is specifically engineered to protect ground locations against aerial threats. It boasts an impressive array of torpedoes and missiles, allowing the Ballista to proficiently address danger, whether it originates from the air or the ground.<ref name="BallistaStore">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/anvil-ballista/Ballista|text=Ballista Store}}</ref><ref name="BallistaLaunch">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/17153-Anvil-Ballista|text=Anvil Ballista}}</ref>

==Features==

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|Missiles & Torpedoes
|Equipped with eight size-5 missiles and two formidable size-7 torpedoes, the Ballista features a specialized artillery system designed to effectively eliminate targets across a wide range of capabilities, both in the air and on the ground.<ref name="BallistaStore"/>
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|Guns
|The driver can remotely control a turret that is equipped with two Size 2 guns ensures the safety of all occupants in the event that the enemy tries to approach closely.<ref name="BallistaStore"/>
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|Gunner's Seat
|A specialized gunner seat located at the rear of the vehicle is responsible for operating the missiles and torpedoes, enabling the gunner to focus on tracking and engaging targets, while the driver attends to additional responsibilities.<ref name="BallistaLaunch"/>
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{{List item
|Stealth
|The Ballista's low radar signature enhances its effectiveness, rendering it difficult for targets to react once they enter its range.<ref name="BallistaLaunch"/>
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{{List item
|*Stabilizers
|To enhance platform stability and reduce recoil, the Ballista is equipped with a mechanism that allows it to extend stabilizer legs when the vehicle is stationary, prior to the launch of missiles and torpedoes.<ref name="BallistaLaunch"/>
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|Secure
|The robustly reinforced interior of the Ballista ensures the safety of operators and personnel during intense combat situations. The cabin features a practical design that effectively balances functionality for warfare with comfort.<ref name="BallistaLaunch"/>
}}
{{Note| *Note: As of [[Star Citizen Alpha 4.1.0|4.1.0]], some of the features have yet to be implemented in-game.}}

==Specifications==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

==Model==

===Vehicle profile===
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|[[File:Ballista - In hangar - Isometric - Cut.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Ballista 02-Min.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
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|[[File:Ballista 03-Min.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
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===Series variants===
{{Vehicle variants}}

===Paints===
{{for|more information|:Atlas series/Paints}}
{{Note|As of [[Star Citizen Alpha 4.1.0|4.1.0]], there are '''NO PAINTS''' available for the Ballista. However in the future, the Atlas series paints will be usable on each of the different variants.}}

==Acquisition==
{{Vehicle availability}}

==Lore==

==Gallery==
{{for|a full gallery|:Category:Ballista images}}

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|Ballista_Concept_InHangar.jpg
|Ballista_Concept_AntiAir.png
|Ballista_-_Missle_Turret_-_Transparent_background.png
|Ballista_-_Gun_Turret_-_Transparent_background.png
|Ballista Hangar PilotSeat 072019-Min-1-1.jpg
|Ballista Hangar GunnerSeat 072019-Min-1-1.jpg
|Ballista_-_Ground_Shot_-_Front_Port.jpg
|Ballista_-_Front_Starboard_-_Missles_Aiming_-_Transparent_background.png
|Ballista_Concept_InHangar.jpg
|Ballista - In hangar - Isometric - Cut.png
|Ballista on glassland firing weapons.jpg
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==Development==
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==Trivia==
*The vehicle derives its name from the ancient missile apparatus known as the "ballista", which was designed to propel either bolts or stones toward a remote target.<ref>[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballista Wikipedia: Ballista]</ref>

==See also==
*[https://robertsspaceindustries.com/galactapedia/article/R9vdJKjy8M-atlas-platform Galactapedia: Atlas Platform]

==References==
<references />

{{Navplate vehicles}}
{{Navplate manufacturers|ANVL}}

{{Short description|Anti-aircraft vehicle manufactured by Anvil Aerospace}}
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