2164. Raynos

The Raynos is a type of Zoid, a race of mechanical lifeforms from the fictional Zoids universe.
The Raynos is a Pteranodon-type Zoid, created by the Helic Republic. It was created largely as a replacement for the Pteras, but also to counter the Zenebas Empire's Redler.
Unlike other Zoids of the day, which used Magnesser Wings to produce lift and control, the Raynos relied purely on aerodynamics. The result was a Zoid that was both incredibly fast and agile; in the air, the Zoid's top speed outclasses the Storm Sworder (Mach 3.2) and the Storch (Mach 2.2) . This ability came at a cost; the Raynos is a very difficult Zoid to fly, and unforgiving to an inexperienced pilot.
Compared to other flying Zoids, the Raynos is very well armed, sporting numerous cannons and talons. It also sports tail-mounted weapons, a very unusual feature for an airborne Zoid. The Zoid also utilises a sophisticated radar system.