Yes, although i thought it was half the speed of light, not 1/3. Oh well.
Your ship doesnt really have the range for beam combat at that tech level imo. You essentially rely on having more initiative than your opponent. If you do not, it will be highly difficult for you to stay in weapons range. There is also the issue of high level ECM reducing your already-paltry range.
I believe you'd be better off with a heavier but more capable fighter.