The Sidehill Gouger is the de facto standard Iberian heavy strike fighter. Even though this aircraft's is not as conducive to decentralized production as the Snail-Eater or the Rungu, this versatile aircraft is nevertheless very valuable, and is also in use and production by several allies of the Confederation. Notably, it's the backbone of the CIR's long-range precision strike force aimed at attacking enemy infrastructure and logistics far behind their frontlines (for perspective... it's job is being a "cheap" strategic aircraft). It's strange shape allows it to maintain symmetrical thrust in case of engine failure while still having a free nose for powerful armament.

While this machine is equipped as a fighter-bomber, this model is also often seen in night fighter, strike, reconnaisance and even anti-shipping roles where it usually carries larger cannons in the nose. Here, the aircraft's armament consists of 4 18 mm cannons and 4 27 mm cannons.