Medium weapons fill the range between light weaponry and full military hardware. Most weapons found on government patrol ships, mercenaries, police vessels, and pirates are heavier than standard civilian weaponry, but still light enough that a ship does not need to be dedicated strictly to their use. Medium weapons are typically designed to pack as much destructive power in a relatively manageable package and can be carried by any vessel with dedicated weaponry hard points, and even some without. Many dedicated fighters and patrol craft have integrated weaponry of this level, but most outfits are designed to work with a wide range of applications. Typical users are escort vessels, patrol craft, privateers, heavy freighters, and pirates. Most military vessels will outfit a compliment of medium weapons to fill the gaps heavy weapons leave open.