Definitions for "Hardpoints"
Keywords:  ecm, stealth, pods, weapons, slot
A hardpoint is a standardized mount to allow a unit to carry a variety of weapons and equipment. All Hardpoints and any weapons that mount to them are rated in Slots. You must have enough Slots on the hardpoint to mount the equipment. (I.e., a 9 Slot hardpoint cannot mount two 5 Slot items.) Notes: A unit using stealth must use internal hardpoints for the stealth to work. (This does not count for ECM Pods.)
Pylons or other fittings enabling missiles or other loads to be attached