first, a description of the Phobos for those who haven't encountered one. It is a large, reddish brown Cruiser, With a tri-Jawed Cannon looking thing on the front. It is one of the largest and most powerful ships in the game.
The strategy on defeating this behemoth is tricky, Because it is armed with Dual Ares Lightning Turrets and an Arch Plasma cannon. It's armored with Thirty-six segments of Massive tharsis plate, But you probably will hit the "Maw" of the ship the most, so Armor isn't that big of a concern.
It's Shields are the Kaidun Shield Generator; arguably the Cruddiest Level 9 shields in the Game.(at least, they Were awful when I installed them on my ship) It still takes a beating, However.
The Big Tips are as follows:
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1: Do Not stand Still-
The Ares Lightning turrets Are Omnidirectional, So you must be in motion at all times to dodge the Bursts of Ion Energy.
2: Bring Some Firepower-
If your equipment is below level 8 on average, Do not engage the Phobos.
Nemesis or Vulcan Missles are Probably the Best augment to Take one down.
3: Aim for the Jaws-
The large Maw-like structure at the front of the Dreadnought are almost always pointing at you, So Aim for it. Also, This end is where the Plasma Fires from, Evasive action is Recommended. (see Tip #1)
4: Watch Your shields-
No matter how advanced your armor, the Arch Plasma Cannon will obliterate it in a matter of seconds. Once your shields are down, Run, Use Restore, or Take the Phobos with you, Cuz you are hosed at that point.