The Mk III Force Shield is a self-contained 100-ton unit that generates a field of force that absorbs damage from all incoming weapons. The strength of the shield will depend on the number of shield generators installed. The greater the strength of the shield, the more damage it can absorb before being ""knocked down"", after which damage is inflicted on the ship itself. Other defensive systems (such as the 4cm Gatling CIDS) reduce the damage inflicted by various weapons systems before they impact your Force Shields.
200 Improved Transaluminum
100 Improved Electronics
100 Improved Synthetic Materials
100 Rare Elements
100 tons
Shield
100
700
Good
Content contributed by Paul Griesbach.