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Viper Mk IV

2016-06-02T12:31:47Z

160.83.30.182: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox
|image = Viper_MK_IV_-_Profile.png
|manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy|dimensions = 29.9L - 24.7W - 8.7H|landingpad = Small|small = 2|medium = 2|type = Fighter|topspeed = 271|boostspeed = 342|manoeuvrability = 4|shields = 103|armour = 270|hullmass = 190|cargocapacity = 18|fuelcapacity = 16|jumprange = 10.36|utility = 2|size1 = 1|size2 = 2|size3 = 1|size4 = 2|maxtopspeed = 314|maxboostspeed = 395|maxjumprange = 27.38|cost = 437,930|masslock = 7}}
{{quote|Faulcon deLacy's Viper MkIV takes the MkIII model and beefs it up to a heavy fighter role. While it lacks the speed of the older ship, it enjoys much better protection from its shields and armour. With the capacity for a more capable powerplant and frame shift drive, the MkIV is also better suited for long-range patrols and rapid deployment. The powerplant upgrade potential supports greater customization for weapons and modules, making this a versatile fighter that would be and excellent addition to any navy or private-security concern.|In-Game Description}}The '''Viper MkIV''', built by [[Faulcon DeLacy]], is a heavy fighter craft designed for ship-to-ship combat superiority. Its improved internal capabilities, such as its ability to fit a class-4 [[Power Plant|power plant]], make it more capable as a multirole fighter compared to the [[Viper MkIII]], of which it is the successor.<sup><ref>[https://community.elitedangerous.com/node/291 Dev Update (17/09/2015)]</ref></sup>

The Viper MkIV has a delta-shaped hull which is significantly wider than the MkIII. The cockpit is situated just behind the bow, slightly raised. Compared to the MkIII, the MkIV's cockpit is less exposed.

The MkIV lands on two small rear struts and one large front strut which doubles as a boarding ramp to the cockpit.

The MkIV has weaker shields than the MkIII by default due to its higher hull mass. Despite this, the MkIV is capable of fitting a class-4 [[Shield Generator|shield generator]], unlike the MkIII. This, combined with an improved hull, gives the MkIV superior protection.

These improvements over the MkIII come with the drawbacks of slightly worse manoeuvrability and speed. The MkIV also features a larger hull, which makes it a bigger target. Like the MkIII, it has poor [[heat]] dissipation. Prolonged usage of high-output modules easily pushes the ship's temperature over its cooling capacity.

The Viper MkIV's hardpoint options are identical to its predecessor. It has two small [[hardpoints]] located on either side of the cockpit and two medium hardpoints located beneath it. However, unlike the Viper MkIII (which has underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints on a horizontally flat plane), the class-2 medium hardpoints of the MkIV are on a slightly angled part of the hull.

The Viper MkIV's underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints have a fairly narrow field of fire. Because they are placed further down the ship, gimballed and turreted weapons cannot aim very far above the center crosshair without the front of the ship obstructing their line of fire. The two class-1 small hardpoints, which are placed in front of the cockpit of the ship, do not suffer from this problem.

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System !! Station!! Date Seen
!Notes
|-
|Cebalrai
|Hornblower Dock
|15/12/2015
|
|-
|Pareco
|Webb Station
|18/03/2016
|
|-
|Chowei
|Swigert Port
|16/12/2015
|
|-
|Kokojina
|Ali Ring
|15/12/2015
|
|-
|Orcus
|Tombaugh Station
|15/12/2015
|
|-
|Leesti
|George Lucas
|15/12/2015
|
|-
|Cubeo
|Medupe City
|16/12/2015
|
|-
|Kakas
|Kube-McDowell Enterprise
|17/12/2015
|
|-
|TZ Arietis
|Snyder Enterprise
|16/12/2015
|
|-
|Liburodo
|Landsteiner Mines
|16/12/2015
|
|-
|Eta Serpentis
|Haipeng Port
|17/12/2015
|
|-
|Lembava
|Goldstein Port
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|HR 6828
|Celsius Hub
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|Noatiaca
|Haisheng Orbital
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|Ugrivirii
|Jefferies Port
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|1 I Centauri
|Ampere Dock
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|Kelish
|Alphonsi Orbital
|19/12/2015
|
|-
|WW Piscis Austrini
|Ivins Vision
|21/12/2015
|
|-
|Baldr
|Keldysh Gateway
|22/12/2015
|
|-
|Kremainn
|Wohler Terminal
|26/12/2015
|
|-
|LFT 37
|Onnes Gateway
|02/06/2016
|
|-
|wuru
|schuster hub
|24/12/2015
|
|-
|Nu
|Syromyatnikov Horizons
|30/12/2015
|
|-
|[[Sol]]
|Mars High
|May 12, 2016
|
|-
|Wolf 562
|Hopkins Port
|26/01/2016
|
|-
|Wolf 865
|McCulley Ring
|02/01/2016
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|-
|Ross 775
|Gamuw Gateway
|09/01/2016
|
|-
|LHS 452
|Behring Gateway
|20/01/2016
|
|-
|GD 219
|McKee Ring
|16/01/2016
|
|-
|LTT 15278
|Zholobov Enterprise
|18/01/2016
|
|-
|Neto
|Ising Vision
|02/03/2016
|
|}
[[Category:Fighters]]

==Outfitting==
{{main|Outfitting}}. All ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Viper MkIV.
{| class="article-table"
!Category
!Default System
!Default Rating
!Default Class
!Max Class
|-
| rowspan="2" |Small Hardpoint
|Pulse Laser
|F
|1
|1
|-
|Pulse Laser
|F
|1
|1
|-
| rowspan="2" |Medium Hardpoint
|Empty
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|2
|-
|Empty
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|2
|-
| rowspan="2" |Utility Mount
|Empty
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|0
|-
|Empty
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|0
|-
|Bulkheads
|Lightweight Alloy
|I
|1
|8
|-
|Reactor Bay
|Power Plant
|E
|4
|4
|-
|Thrusters Mounting
|Thrusters
|E
|4
|4
|-
|FSD Housing
|Frame Shift Drive
|E
|4
|4
|-
|Enviroment Control
|Life Support
|E
|2
|2
|-
|Power Coupling
|Power Distributor
|E
|3
|3
|-
|Sensor Suite
|Sensors
|E
|3
|3
|-
|Fuel Store
|Fuel Tank (Capacity: 16)
|C
|4
|4
|-
| rowspan="6" |Internal Compartments
|Cargo Rack (Capacity: 8)
|E
|3
|4
|-
|Cargo Rack (Capacity: 8)
|E
|3
|4
|-
|Shield Generator
|E
|3
|3
|-
|Cargo Rack (Capacity: 2)
|E
|1
|2
|-
|Empty
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|2
|-
|Basic Discovery Scanner
|E
|1
|1
|-
|Planetary Suite
|Planetary Approach Suite
|I
|1
|1
|}

== Trivia ==
* The Viper MkIV was added to [[Elite Dangerous]] in the 1.5 Update.
* At the EGX event [[David Braben]] said it ''"trades a bit of manoeuvrability and speed for better internals, but it's got the same hardpoint layout as the standard [[Viper MkIII|Viper]]"''.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Em7TLwFifE&t=31m Elite Dangerous EGX panel livestream]</ref>
* In Newsletter #92 it was stated that every Kickstarter beta backer or above will find a Viper MkIV docked at a [[starport]] for free.<ref>[http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dcbf6b86b4b0c7d1c21b73b1e&id=5fd2c5476a Elite: Dangerous Newsletter #92]</ref>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
viper mk iv 2.png|Viper MkIV as shown during the EGX event
mkiv_front.png|Viper MkIV
mkiv_butt.png|Aft view
mkiv_belly.png|Ventral view
2015-12-22_00001.jpg|Viper MkIV with a Black Friday paintjob.
</gallery>

== References ==
<references />

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[[Category:Fighters]]

Cobra Mk III

2015-06-30T08:20:35Z

160.83.30.201: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox
| image = Cobra4.jpg
| manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy
| cost = 379,718
| topspeed = 282
| boostspeed = 402
| manoeuvrability = 6
| shields = 92
| armour = 216
| hullmass = 180
| cargocapacity = 18
| fuelcapacity = 16
| jumprange = 10.46
| utility = 2
| small = 2
| medium = 2
| large =
| huge =
| size1 =
| size2 = 3
| size3 =
| size4 = 3
| size5 =
| size6 =
| size7 =
| size8 =
| landingpad = Small
|dimensions = 27.1L - 44.0W - 7.9H|type = Small Multipurpose|maxjumprange = 28.53|maxtopspeed = 325|maxboostspeed = 464}}
{{quote|The Cobra Mk III is a classic all purpose ship found throughout human space. The model was first built in Lave Cowell & MgRath shipyard in Lave in 3100. Despite its age it remains a popular ship for lone pilots who value its balance of carrying capacity and ability in combat.|In-Game Description}}

The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a larger and more popular version of the Cobra Mk. I. It was first seen in service in 3100 AD, originally manufactured by Cowell & McGrath Shipyard, Lave. Since Cowell & McGrath's acquisition by [[Faulcon DeLacy]] it is now branded as a Faulcon DeLacy made ship.

The Cobra's carrying capacity, being more than double that of the [[Hauler]], and its cost, being almost one third that of the [[Type-6 Transporter|Type-6]], makes it a logical stepping stone for aspiring [[trader]]s as there is no other ship capable of hauling more cargo at the Cobra's size and cost. In addition to its large cargo hold it has much better combat potential than freighters and can defend itself or run away from hostile [[interdiction]]s. What's more is that the Cobra is an ideal craft to plunder the space lines in for a [[pirate]] or [[smuggler]] due to the Cobra's ample capacity for loot, the ability to outrun most other ships and its relatively low heat signature.

The downside of this ship is the combat ability relative to other ships. For bounty hunters who are attempting to tackle skilled opponents the {{PAGENAME}} can be outmanoeuvred by [[Eagle]]s and [[Viper]]s while being easily outgunned by [[Python]]s and [[Anaconda]]s.

The {{PAGENAME}} is also a good and affordable [[explorer|exploration]] ship due to the sizeable [[Fuel Tank]] (x16) and the amount of [[Internal Compartment]]s which allows for the placement of the necessary exploration modules such as a [[Discovery Scanner]], a [[Detailed Surface Scanner]], a [[Fuel Scoop]] and a [[Auto Field-Maintenance Unit]] without the need to remove the [[shield]].

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 2 medium hardpoints in front of cockpit on top of ship, 2 small hardpoints on the underside of the ship.

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date
|-
|Wapiya
|Brothers Station
|06-05-2015
|-
|Fornacis
|Helms Hub
|2015-04-28
|-
| Alioth
| Irkutsk
| 1.06
|-
| Mullag
| Garfinkle City
| Gamma 1.04
|-
| Orrere
| Sharon Lee Free Port
| Version 1.03
|-
| Rakapila
| Stone Enterprise
| Version 1. 2
|-
| Magec
| Trumpler Dock
| Gamma 1.04
|-
| Chemaku
| Crampton Port
| Gamma 1.0
|-
| Eravate
| Cleve Hub
| 2014-12-19
|-
| Kappa Fornacis
| Harvestport
| 2015-01-04
|-
| FK5-2550
| Samokutyayev Dock
| 2014-12-21
|-
| Hyperion
| Joliot-Curie Port
|
|-
| Wyrd
| Gareth Edwards Park
| Version 1.03
|-
| Ovid
| Bradfield Orbital
| Gamma 1.04
|-
| SOL
| Titan City
Mars High
| Gamma 1.0
Gamma 1.05
|-
| Breksta
| Legendre Ring
| Gamma 1.02
|-
| Tote
| Whitelaw Enterprise
| Gamma 1.03
|-
| Branglal
| Skripochka Gateway
| Gamma 1.05
|-
| LHS 336
| Klimuk Station
| Full release
|-
| LHS 3505
| Olivas City
| Version 1.03
|-
| GD 219
| McKee Ring
| Version 1.03
|-
| Chlevit
| Leonov City
|
|-
| Sorbago
| Hencke Orbital
| Version 1.0
|-
| Turir
| Brooks Terminal
|
|-
| Ualapalor
| Rochon Ring
| 2015-01-20
|-
| Lo Pegasi
| Garcia Station
|
|-
| V1688 Aquilae
| Littlewood Terminal
|
|-
| Cebalrai
| Hornblower Dock
| Version 1.04
|-
| Ross 754
| Dana Gateway
| 2015-01-20
|-
| Frigga
| Henson Ring
| 2015-01-20
|-
| Afli
| Pu City
| Feb 15, 2015
|-
| Afli
| Quetelet Dock
| Feb 15, 2015
|-
| Dulos
| Wilson Ring
| Feb 15, 2015
|-
|Sui Guei
|Pascal Orbital
|May 25, 2015
|-
| Una
| Hoard Orbital
| Feb 19, 2015
|-
|Tetek
|Balog Refinery
|May 27, 2015
|-
| Hanggardi
| Soddy Market
| Feb 22, 2015
|-
| Ross 151
| Kuhn Gateway
| Feb 23, 2015
|-
| Cao Yans
| Nordenskiold Hub
| Feb 26, 2015
|-
| LTT 7979
| Steinmuller Gateway
| Mar 4, 2015
|-
| Aryak System
| Garneau Port
| Mar 31, 2015
|-
|Ededleen
|Godel Ring
|Apr 10, 2015
|-
|LHS 3447
|Wordlidge Terminal
|April 5. 2015
|-
|Ross 667
|Alexander Terminal
|Apr 15, 2015
|-
|Asgaa
|Wheeler Horizons
|Apr 20, 2015
|-
|Chamunda
|Gidzenko Ring
|Apr 28, 2015
|-
|CD-52 187
|Nojiri Dock
|May 16, 2015
|-
|44 B Ophiuchi
|Feustel Gateway (10% discount)
|Jun 12, 2015
|-
|Chick Bara
|Israel Station
|Jun 18, 2015
|
|-
|Lencali
|Reynolds Ring (10% Discount)
|Jun 18, 2015
|-
|Ross 718
|Birkeland Enterprise
|Jun 26, 2015
|}

==Outfitting==
{{main|Outfitting}}

All ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the {{PAGENAME}}.

{| class="article-table" style="text-align: center;" border="1"
! style="text-align: center;" | Category
! style="text-align: center;" | Default System
! style="text-align: center;" | Default Rating
! style="text-align: center;" | Default Class
! style="text-align: center;" | Max Class
|-
| rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Small Hardpoint]]
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|-
| rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Medium Hardpoint]]
| [[Pulse Laser]] || F || 1 || 2
|-
| [[Pulse Laser]] || F || 1 || 2
|-
| rowspan="2" | Utility Mount
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| [[Bulkheads]]
| [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
|-
| Reactor Bay
| [[Power Plant]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Thrusters Mounting
| [[Thrusters]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Frame Shift Drive Housing
| [[Frame Shift Drive]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Environment Control
| [[Life Support]] || E || 3 || 3
|-
| Power Coupling
| [[Power Distributor]] || E || 3 || 3
|-
| Sensor Suite
| [[Sensors]] || E || 3 || 3
|-
| Fuel Store
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x16] || C || 4 || 4
|-
| rowspan="6" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x8] || E || 3 || 4
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x8] || E || 3 || 4
|-
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x2] || E || 1 || 2
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 2
|-
| [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] || E || 1 || 2
|}
* ''(L) = Loaned''
* ''[x#] = Capacity''
* ''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner''

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Cobra2.jpg
CobraMkIII Cockpit Screensh.jpg
EliteDangerousCobra.jpg.jpg
Peek of the week 10.png
PlanetaryLanding 2.jpg
Cobra 1.png
Cobra 3.png
Esta es mi cobra, hay muchas otras pero esta es la mia (1).jpg|Artistic cobra painting
</gallery>

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[[Category:Faulcon DeLacy]]
[[ru:Cobra Mk. III]]