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[[Image:Xiphon75.jpg|thumb|right|280px|[[Space Wolves]] Xiphon Interceptor]]
The '''Xiphon Pattern Interceptor''' was a fighter aircraft first used by the [[Legiones Astartes]] during the [[Horus Heresy]].{{Fn|1}}
The Xiphon was a high-performance machine that required constant micro-management by its Astartes pilot to maintain equilibrium in the aircraft due to an engine system that was designed to operate both in the void and a wide variety of atmospheres. In addition, it was too lightweight and under-powered. This often frustrated Xiphon pilots, though they still appreciated its excellent turning speeds, agility, and touch responsive controls.{{Fn|3}}
While introduced during the Great Crusade-era, the Xiphon continues to be used by modern Space Marine [[Chaoter]]s.{{Fn|4}}
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