Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles is a canon reference book that is an updated version of the first release, published in 2018. It was authored by Brandon Wainerdi and published by DK Publishing[1] on September 4, 2025 in the United Kingdom[5] and September 16, 2025 in the United States.[1] Notably, it is the first canonical source to define the megalight per hour (MGLT) values of various vessel models and classes, as well as a plethora of individual starships in the Star Wars mythos, from the films and television series.[3]
Publisher's summary
What's the difference between a B-wing and an X-wing starfighter? How many legs does an AT-OT walker have? And just how fast can the Millennium Falcon fly?
This updated edition covers more than 230 vehicles from Star Wars movies and TV series, now including The Rise of Skywalker, The Mandalorian, Young Jedi Adventures, and more! From enormous Sith Star Destroyers to Kylo Ren’s TIE whisper to Din Djarin’s shiny N-1 starfighter, learn all about your favorite modes of transportation from a galaxy far, far away, featuring more than 70 new vehicles.
Easy to navigate, with contents broken down by categories like land, sea, air, and space, and packed with informative stats regarding manufacturers, models, dimensions, and so much more, the Star Wars: Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles has it all. Fans of all ages, get ready to buckle up and zoom away with this in-depth guide to the best and most popular rides![1]
Media
Editions
- ISBN 9780241789087: September 4, 2025; DK Publishing; UK second edition hardcover[5]
- ISBN 9798217126064: September 16, 2025; DK Publishing; US second edition hardcover[1]
- eISBN 9798217136148: September 16, 2025; DK Publishing; US second edition ebook
Cover gallery
Continuity
Vehicle omissions
Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles does not feature some noteworthy vessels which made their debut within filmic entries in the Star Wars mythos, such as the Hardcell-class interstellar transport, (which had an entry prior), RZ-2 A-wing interceptor and TIE/fo space superiority fighter,
Megalight values
This edition of Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles is the first canonical source to define and establish the megalight (MGLT) values for over 160 vessels, compiled in one reference book. The prior edition of the book simply outlined atmospheric speed. A few of these supplied values contravene prior sources.
Appearances
| Characters | Organisms | Droid models | Events | Locations |
| Organizations and titles | Sentient species | Vehicles and vessels | Weapons and technology | Miscellanea |
Characters
Organisms
Droid models
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Events
Locations
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Organizations and titles
Sentient species
Vehicles and vessels
Weapons and technology
Miscellanea
Notes and references
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09
Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles on Penguin Random House's official website (backup link)
- ↑ 2.0 2.1
Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles on Dorling Kindersley's official United States website (backup link not verified! (products/9798217126064-star-wars-encyclopedia-of-starfighters-and-other-vehicles))
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles (second edition)
- ↑ Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles on Dorling Kindersley's official United Kingdom website (backup link not verified! (products/9780241722701-star-wars-encyclopedia-of-starfighters-and-other-vehicles))
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles: Discover More Than 230 Vehicles From a Galaxy Far, Far Away! on Amazon.co.uk (backup link)
