I unlocked the Rapier Cavalier last night while earning my navigator achievement and i think it is my new favorite ship. It seems to have decent maneuverability in battle and I feel comfortable dueling in both lighter and heavier ships with it. The Cavalier also has good firepower and incredible armor. There were many times last night when i thought i'd been destroyed and was giving up and going to wait for the ship selection menu only to have the smoke clear and see my cavalier intact.
Before the Cavalier, my favorite used to be the Dralthi Rhino. I'm not sure if its just my perception, but the Cavalier seems to be a little better than the Rhino in terms of survivability and maneuverability. Still the Rhino is a good if you can get a light fighter in your sights for a powerful barrage, or for engaging other medium fighters or bombers.
I also like the Dralthi Striker and the Arrow Guardian.
Before the Cavalier, my favorite used to be the Dralthi Rhino. I'm not sure if its just my perception, but the Cavalier seems to be a little better than the Rhino in terms of survivability and maneuverability. Still the Rhino is a good if you can get a light fighter in your sights for a powerful barrage, or for engaging other medium fighters or bombers.
I also like the Dralthi Striker and the Arrow Guardian.