Razor Squadron Razor Squadron was one of the Elite Galactic Republic squadrons that was active during the Clone Wars , and typically flew Low Altitude Assault Transport / infantry gunships and customized Aggressive ReConnaissance - 170 starfighters on special ops missions from Coruscant to Nelvaan , Geonosis , and Cato Neimoidia . Description . Razor Squadron flew both ARC - 170 starfighters and LAAT / i gunships for elite roles in campaigns during the Clone Wars . Using the ARC - 170 in its dual role as both heavy starfighter and bomber , Razor Squadron pilots tended to fly their vessels more aggressively than their standard clone counterparts in Red Squadron , Blue Squadron , and even Captain Davijaan ' s Squad Seven . Each vessel carried a three - man crew — a pilot , a co - pilot , and gunner — and an R - series astromech droid . As an elite surgical strike and recon force using advanced hit - and - run tactics against large enemy targets and facilities , Razor Squadron ' s focus was more on delivering greater and more intense fire - power and less on strengthening defensive systems . Similarly , their ships were configured to provide more power to their weapons . Additionally , ARC - 170s were fitted with heavy armor plating and sensor jammers . Another ARC Elite Squad , Bull ' s Eye Squadron , bore the same style squadron art ( with the exception of it being red instead of blue ) and used vessels equally suited for both long - range patrols and aggressive assault missions . Razor Squadron ' s craft were further modified to provide more power to shields and also boasted a class 1 . 5 hyperdrive due to the fact that their infiltration / recon missions often lead them deeper into enemy territory . Armaments on ARC - 170s included two forward - mounted medium laser cannons , two rear - mounted laser cannons , and a proton torpedo launcher . History . A small number of the Republic Starfleet ' s vessels were crewed by squads of elite clone troopers , select clones that were chosen to serve as elite troopers and put through an intense training program that included advanced survival and gunnery skills . These clones were then commissioned to go deep into enemy territory on the most dangerous scouting missions and raids . Based on Coruscant , Razor Squadron itself was an Aggressive ReConnaissance Elite Squadron organized to fit such dangerous mission profiles . The squadron included specially trained attack and recon vessel clone trooper pilots , equally skilled clone commandos , and on - board specialized astromech droids to handle in - flight operations . These squads underwent advanced " aggressive reconnaissance " training , as taught by Advanced Recon Commandos , to equip them with the skills necessary to survive the varied and treacherous mission profiles to which they were assigned . The elite squads of Razor Squadron served with distinction during the Outer Rim Sieges , providing crucial intelligence and support during campaigns to such major Separatist homeworlds as Nelvaan , Cato Neimoidia , and Geonosis . Equipment . These specialized troopers were normally equipped with DC - 15 blaster s whether operating as pilots or commandos . Each squad usually carried an astromech droid specially programmed for navigational support and starfighter repair . These multi - use droids were equipped with a variety of tools to meet almost any need or situation . Armor . When Phase I armor was in use , pilots of Razor Squadron wore specialized enclosed helmets while operating as LAAT / i gunship pilots . These helmets bore the same blue " tiger stripe " markings found on their ships to designate their elite squad affiliation . With the introduction of Phase II pilot armor in 19 BBY , Razor Squadron pilots used helmets that were open - faced and specialized to remove combat glare . Their chest plates were fitted with forced - ox rebreathers in case of severe damage to their vessel . While the helmets continued to be marked with the squadron ' s color scheme , the body suit was a medium blue with dark blue chest armor . Troopers were also fitted with Phase II clone trooper armor bearing the same blue striping , as well as enclosed helmets bearing Jaig eyes in the same stylization as their squadron ' s vessels . This indicates that Razor troopers were chosen from clones who were capable of distinguishing themselves in battle and receiving awards for particular acts of bravery . Vehicles . Razor Squadron pilots typically operated a variety of vehicles and vessels , including Low Altitude Assault Transport / infantry gunships . During the later stages of the conflict , Razor Squadron was outfitted with ARC - 170 starfighters , which they repainted with blue " tiger - stripe " wing designs and nose art of the rancor . Mirroring the jaig eye motifs the squad used on their helmets , these markings were most likely derived from the Mandalorian shriek - hawk , thereby further displaying their distinction as having acquired elite status . This decorative style was similar in appearance and color to the design on LAAT / i Gunship used by The Muunilinst 10 during a mission led by Commander Fordo to extract Jedi from Hypori early on during the Clone Wars . Behind the scenes . In 2008 , Hasbro produced a Target exclusive " Clone Wars " edition of the ARC - 170 Starfighter action vehicle and the " ARC - 170 Elite Squad Battle Pack " 3 - 1 / 4 " action figure set — two pilots , two troopers , and astromech droid R4 - C7 — for its of Star Wars toys . Additionally , Hasbro produced a Clone Trooper / ARC - 170 robot for its " " series in the same paint scheme . In 2008 , with the release of Hasbro ' s " " series of action figure sets , a Republic gunship pilot in Razor Squadron markings was featured as one of the figures in the " Evolutions - Imperial Pilot Legacy " pack . The Clone Wars version of the ARC - 170 Starfighter and the ARC - 170 Elite Squad are similar in appearance to the blue - painted gunship used by The Muunilinst 10 from episode 21 of the Clone Wars animated series that aired on Cartoon Network on March 21 , 2003 after was released in theaters on May 16 , 2002 . The WizKids ' Imperial PowerUp Pack — a starter set for the Star Wars PocketModels TCG game sold at WalMart and Meijer — featured a coupon offering a Razor Squadron miniature . This is the first mention of the squadrons name , and is coincidental to the commercial use by WalMart of a masked smiley mascot who slashed prices with a " razor " - sharp sword . This is in line with the red - and white - colored ARC - 170 miniature mail - away promotional unit — identified as Bull ' s Eye Squadron — featured in the version of the game supplement distributed through Target , a store whose logo is a red and white bullseye .