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Type-9 Heavy

2018-09-15T17:37:52Z

213.127.147.159: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox
| image = Blaze-02.jpg
| manufacturer = Lakon Spaceways
| type = Freighter
| dimensions = 117.4m x 115.3m x 33.2m
| cost = 76,555,842
| topspeed = 132
| boostspeed = 202
| manoeuvrability = 0
| landingpad = Large
| shields = 110
| armour = 864
| hullmass = 850
| cargocapacity = 348
| fuelcapacity = 64
| jumprange = 8.68
| utility = 4
| small = 2
| medium = 3
| large =
| huge =
| size1 =
| size2 = 1
| size3 = 2
| size4 = 2
| size5 = 1
| size6 = 1
| size7 = 1
| size8 = 2
| reservedic =
| maxjumprange = 22.12
| maxtopspeed = 151
| maxboostspeed = 232
| maxcargocapacity = 788
| masslock = 16
}}
{{quote|The Type-9 Heavy is Lakon Spaceways' large freighter class. This ship is built to transport large cargos, a job it does very well, but it doesn't stand up well in a fight, although adding a fighter bay improves its combat capability considerably - in the right hands!|In-Game Description}}
The '''Type-9 Heavy''' is a heavy freighter and the largest of the five freighters manufactured by [[Lakon Spaceways]]. It has the second largest maximum cargo capacity of any ship available, behind only the [[Imperial Cutter]], but can be purchased at a fraction of the Cutter's cost and does not require any [[Empire/Ranks|rank]]. Although generally lacking in offensive and defensive capabilities, the Type-9 is a bulky yet capable ship best suited for trading or mining.

==Overview==
The pilot's station is located in the front center of the ship's canopy, with two co-pilot seats below the pilot on either side parallel to each other. The canopy has one of the largest views in the game with a near 180° view of the outside, with some visibility even below the ship and directly above; which can be quite useful in various situations and is especially helpful for VR players.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: two class 2 hardpoints situated on top of the ship and one more on the bottom of the ship making them excellent for turreted mounts, and two class 1 hardpoints situated on either side of the canopy, identically to the [[Type-7 Transporter|Type-7]]. Two of the utility mounts are on top of the ship, near the hardpoints while the other two at the back; below the ship.

The Type-9 shares the worst maneuverability in the game with the [[Type-10 Defender]], and also has one of the lowest base speeds. Combined with its large size the ship has extreme difficulty in shaking smaller [[ships]] from its blind spot and evading enemy fire (using a [[Fighter Hangar]] could help mitigate this). It has five weapon [[hardpoint]]s to defend itself. Equipped with medium sized turrets, they can force enemy ships to operate with caution and give the Type-9 a chance to escape. Unlike its lower-tier options in the [[Type-6 Transporter|Type-6]] and [[Type-7 Transporter|Type-7]] the ship is better at defending itself and can often take care of small and medium ships making trading far less risky and often more profitable as it can often deal with the incoming enemy events, gaining bigger payouts. However, the low maneuverability makes avoiding [[interdiction]]s almost impossible, so keep in mind you'll often be forced to fight incoming ships, which can be problematic for time-sensitive missions; or for simply maximizing profit per hour. It also makes normal supply mission a death sentence, since you will be unable to dodge the incoming powerful foes, and they can easily defeat a T-9.

As a trading ship, the T-9 has the second best cargo capacity behind only the [[Imperial Cutter]]. However, this is only a difference of 4T of cargo. Furthermore, the T-9 can downgrade to a class 5 [[Shield Generator]], while the cutter can only equip a minimum of class 6. Thus if wishing to trade with a shield, the T-9 has the best cargo space in the game. Because of the Cutter's very high repair and rebuy prices and the Type-9's interdiction vulnerability, going shieldless in either case is not recommended.

The Type-9 has actually seen some niche use as a combat vessel. Although its low number of [[hardpoints]] makes its offensive damage lacking; when [[Engineers|engineered]] and turreted they can deal decent damage. The biggest advantage the ship has is its dual Class 8 compartments which allow both a max level [[Shield Generator]] and [[Shield Cell Bank]]; which can often make taking the ship down difficult without engineering. However, while this is possible on paper the issue is that having both cell banks and a shield generator; along with [[Shield Booster]]s is rather difficult with the ship's [[Power Plant]]. Engineering or a [[Guardian Hybrid Power Plant]], as well as power management, are mandatory for this strategy to function. Because of the low number of hardpoints and low speed, the weapons and engines will draw less power, meaning there is more power for systems. Furthermore, this makes it advisable to upgrade the system's capacity with engineering for the power distributor.

Its four utility slots are good for [[Shield Booster]]s and can help with a lower grade of shield. [[Chaff Launcher]]s are not advisable, as the ship is often too large and slow of a target for them to be effective. [[Point Defence Turret|Point-Defence Turrets]] also don't work too well as the large body will cut off half of the turrets range and the low maneuverability will make it impossible to face the turret in the right direction in time; thus an [[Electronic Countermeasure|ECM]] would be a better fit for the T-9.

Another upside is its low cost means NPC [[pirates]] will generally fly similarly priced ships, usually flying [[Cobra]]s or [[Viper]]s and will rarely fly [[Fer-de-Lance]]s or [[Alliance Chieftain]]s etc; which can all be outclassed unless upgraded by the Type-9. In open play this strategy also functions well as few players would expect a heavy freighter to exhibit offensive powers, they can be given a nasty shock if they were expecting an easy mark. It doesn't function well as a [[bounty hunter]] or [[Pirate]], however, as its poor maneuverability and speed make [[Interdiction|interdictions]] difficult to perform, as well as its slow speed making it very difficult to catch up to ships.

Many pilots have problems fitting through the entrance of [[Station]]s while they're first getting used to the Type-9, and it can, therefore, be expensive for a new pilot to get used to. A [[Standard Docking Computer]] can be useful for players who have trouble docking this ship, and it will usually dock the ship no slower than a normal player can, unlike other ships. It will also prevent [[Bounty|Bounties/Fines]] from hitting other ships, which is quite hard to avoid in a T-9 even for veterans. It should also be noted that the Type-9 Heavy has better maneuverability when stopped; even though it isn't very useful in combat, it's handy for docking.

The Type-9 first appeared in the development diary videos and in some of the live streams done by [[Frontier Developments|Frontier]]. Later it appeared in the early Alpha stages and is one of the four ships that were in the first release of the Premium Beta.

On December 20, 3303, Lakon Spaceways released a revised model of the Type-9 known as the [[Type-10 Defender]], which was commissioned by the [[Alliance]] to help counter the [[Thargoids|Thargoid]] threat. The Type-10 improves upon the Type-9's features by adding various combat-oriented improvements while sacrificing some cargo capacity.

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date Seen
! Notes
|-
|Shinrarta Dezhra
|Jameson Memorial
|Always available
|10% discount, Founders Permit needed
|-
|Brestla
|i Sola Prospect
|Always available
|20% surcharge
|-
|Oduduro
|Conrad Hub
|May 10, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|KP Tauri
|Spedding Orbital
|Mar. 13, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Caerus
|Popov Hub
|Mar. 13, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Ki
|Binet Port
|Sep. 15, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Wolf 406
|Hamilton Gateway
|Mar. 12, 2018
|
|-
|Barnard's Star
|Miller Depot
|Mar. 13, 2018
|
|-
|Luyten's Star
|Ashby City
|Mar. 13, 2018
|
|-
|Huokang
|Steiner City
|Mar. 13, 2018
|
|-
|Ao Guang
|H.G. Wells Plant
|Mar. 13, 2018
|
|-
|Beta Trianguli Australis
|Lunan Hub
|Mar. 13, 2018
|
|-
|Guathiti
|Messier Port
|Apr. 04, 2018
|
|-
|Robigo
|Hauser's Reach
|Jul. 05, 2018
|
|-
|BD-15 447
|Good Enterprise
|Jul. 31, 2018
|15% Discount
|}

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

All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Type-9 Heavy.

{| 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="3" | [[Hardpoint|Medium Hardpoint]]
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 2
|-
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
|-
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
|-
| rowspan="4" | Utility Mount
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| [[Bulkheads]]
| [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
|-
| Reactor Bay
| [[Power Plant]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| Thrusters Mounting
| [[Thrusters]] || E || 7 || 7
|-
| Frame Shift Drive Housing
| [[Frame Shift Drive]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| Environment Control
| [[Life Support]] || E || 5 || 5
|-
| Power Coupling
| [[Power Distributor]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| Sensor Suite
| [[Sensors]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Fuel Store
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x64] || C || 6 || 6
|-
| rowspan="9" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x128] || E || 7 || 8
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x128] || E || 7 || 8
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x64] || E || 6 || 7
|-
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x16] || E || 4 || 5
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x8] || E || 3 || 4
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 4
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x4] || E || 2 || 3
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 3
|-
| [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] || E || 1 || 2
|}
*''(L) = Loaned''
*''[x#] = Capacity''
*''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner''

== Trivia ==
* The Type-9 Heavy length and width (117.4m, 115.3m) is comparable to the International Space Station.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nDYYYqrhp4 Elite ship scale 3.0]</ref>
* The Type-9 Heavy's animated loading screen erroneously depicts the ship with different primary thrusters that resemble those seen on an Asp Explorer.

==Videos==
<gallery>
Ship_Introducing_Type-9_Heavy_-_Elite_Dangerous_Short_cinematic_video
Elite_Dangerous_2.3_Beta_-_The_Grandaddy_Type-9_-_4K
</gallery>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
blaze-03.jpg
stars-02.jpg
145vLjx.jpg|Cockpit view
Peek of the week 26a.jpg|Interior concept
Trader.jpg|Exterior concept
Screenshot_0076.jpg|Type 9 with Tactical Ice paintwork
E-D T9H - Departing (Landing Gear deployed).jpg|T9H - inside Station
E-D T9H - Front Bottom View.jpg|T9H - Front Bottom View
E-D T9H - Front View (in full sunlight).jpg|T9H - Front in full light
E-D T9H - Top View from behind.jpg|T9H - Top down from behind
File:Type_9_door3.jpg
File:Bandicam-2016-03-28-00-28-51-071.jpg
File:Bandicam-2015-11-03-14-21-08-546.png |Type-9 in a nebula
T9onSurface.png|Type-9 Landed on planet surface with rover in foreground
File:Bandicam-2016-02-14-23-22-27-481.jpg
File:Bandicam-2016-03-17-18-06-10-568.jpg
File:Beached-whale.jpg |The rear of a Type-9 that has landed on a planetary body
File:Bandicam-2016-03-27-15-44-12-317.jpg |A Type-9 near a black hole
File:Bandicam-2016-04-23-23-42-38-696.jpg
Type-9-Heavy-Coriolis-Station.png|Type-9 Heavy trader and Coriolis station
bp-type9.png|Lakon Type-9 Heavy Blueprint
Type-9-Heavy-Cockpit.png|Type-9 Heavy cockpit
Type-9-Heavy-Walking-Pilot-Scale.png|Type-9 Heavy walking pilot scale
Type-9-Heavy-Cockpit-Top-View.png|Type-9 Heavy cockpit top view
Type-9-Heavy-Cockpit-Front.png|Type-9 Heavy cockpit front
</gallery>

== References ==
<references />
{{ShipNavbox}}
{{ShipTypeNavbox}}
[[ru:Type 9. Heavy]]
[[Category:Freighter]]
[[Category:Lakon Spaceways]]
[[Category:Pilotable]]

Python

2018-09-12T09:04:53Z

213.127.147.159: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox
| image = Python 02.jpg
| manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy
| type = Multipurpose
| dimensions = 87.9m x 58.1m x 18.0m
| cost = 56,978,180
| topspeed = 234
| boostspeed = 305
| manoeuvrability = 2
| landingpad = Medium
| shields = 294
| armour = 468
| hullmass = 350
| cargocapacity = 82
| fuelcapacity = 32
| jumprange = 8.23
| utility = 4
| small =
| medium = 2
| large = 3
| huge =
| size1 =
| size2 = 1
| size3 = 2
| size4 = 1
| size5 = 2
| size6 = 3
| size7 =
| size8 =
| reservedic =
| maxjumprange = 30.45
| maxtopspeed = 267
| maxboostspeed = 348
| maxcargocapacity = 292
| masslock = 17
}}
{{quote|Another classic design that has survived the centuries. The first vessel was constructed in 2700 by Whatt and Pritney Ship Constructions. With the demise of the company, and after various mergers and takeovers, the ship design is now owned by Faulcon deLacy. The ship remains the slow and sturdy craft it was originally famous for and some smaller navies still use this class as patrol cruisers (although tiny compared to the Imperial Interdictors and Federal Battlecruisers).|In-Game Description}}
The '''Python''' is a [[Ships|ship]] manufactured by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. An iconic model, the Python pioneered modular ship design and singlehandedly revolutionized space travel when it was introduced by Whatt and Pritney Ship Constructions in 2700, spurring the rise of the first independent pilots. The modern iteration of the Python continues to be a popular choice, effectively combining utility and durability into a single multipurpose craft that can easily take on a variety of roles.

==Overview==
The Python is considered by some to be the most effective balance between firepower, manoeuvrability, and protection currently available. In addition to being capable of holding its own against the larger [[Anaconda]] in a toe-to-toe frontal battle through its substantial protection and firepower, the Python is generally agile enough for its size to comfortably deal with smaller fighter classes without having to rely on turret mounts.

The Python can also serve as a heavily armed freighter in that it can carry 284 T of cargo with a Class 3 [[Shield Generator]] fitted, or 292 T with no shield fitted. Additionally, it is the largest cargo capacity of any ship that can dock at [[Outpost]]s since it utilizes medium landing pads; because of this the Python is fantastic for [[Community Goals]]. Although the ship can achieve surprisingly high jump ranges with the proper modules and [[Engineers|Engineering]], additional mass from cargo can quickly drag this down and significantly lengthen the return leg of a trading loop.

In combat scenarios, the Python is more than capable of putting down most other ships. With 5 hardpoints and good placement even larger ships like Anacondas and [[Imperial Cutter]]s must operate with caution in a fight against a Python. Furthermore, it has a staggering [[Mass Lock]] factor of 17; not only is this much higher than any other medium ship it can even mass lock large ships such as Orcas and Type-9s making the Python an excellent choice for Pirating and Bounty Hunting as it has more than enough firepower to cripple targets before they can flee. The ship has one fatal flaw, however; its manoeuvrability. It has less manoeuvrability than other medium ships such as a [[Fer-de-Lance]] or [[Alliance Chieftain]] meaning it will often lose in a 1V1 scenario with either ship as manoeuvrability is an important factor in smaller ship combat and it also struggles against the small [[Vulture]]; which can easily stay under the ship and avoid fire. Turret mounts on the nose and medium hardpoints can help if this becomes an issue. Power is also a problem as the Python will struggle to keep all 5 hardpoints as well as utility mounts and Shield Generator powered. Engineering the Python is highly recommended to avoid this issue.

The Python can also serve as a competent [[Explorer]]; whilst it can't ''quite'' match the [[Diamondback Explorer|Diamondback]] or [[Asp Explorer]]s for jump range, it can come close with a Class 5 [[Guardian Frame Shift Drive Booster]] (and still has a healthy jump range without one), and its well-balanced array of optional internal slots gives it plenty of room for exploration equipment without sacrificing protection. Finally, its hardpoints can be loaded with weapons to deter pirates, or left empty to save on weight.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: two large hardpoints located either side of the ships spine around the midship, and two medium points located slightly behind the cockpit. The final large hardpoint is located on the underside of the nose section. The nose-mounted hardpoint has a good 180° field of fire when gimballed or turreted (considering its location) which gives the Python a good field of fire where all weapon hardpoints can track and hit a target (when gimballed or turreted).

The pilot's station is offset to the left of centerline and is parallel to the auxiliary/copilot's station which is offset to the right; this can be a little disorienting at first.

The Python has an available 16 piece cosmetic ship kit that can be purchased from the [https://www.frontierstore.net/usd/game-extras/elite-dangerous-game-extras/python-ship-kit-16-pieces.html Frontier store] which allows you to "remodel your ship in your personal style". The ship kit does not affect gameplay.

== Purchase Locations ==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date Seen
! Notes
|-
|Shinrarta Dezhra
|Jameson Memorial
|Always available
|10% discount
|-
|Brestla
|i Sola Prospect
|Always available
|20% surcharge
|-
|Balante
|Laplace
|May 30, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|LHS 28
|Flade Enterprise
|September 12, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Artume
|Sanctuary
|February 26, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|FT Ceti
|Greenland City
|September 5, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Lacaille 9352
|Gupta City
|June 2, 2018
|
|-
|Chi Orionis
|Carey Terminal
|June 2, 2018
|
|-
|Aulin
|Aulin Enterprise
|June 2, 2018
|
|-
|Gende
|Baliunas Hub
|June 2, 2018
|
|-
|Hill Pa Hsi
|Curie Gateway
|June 1, 2018
|
|-
|Diaguandri
|Ray Gateway
|September 11, 2018
|15% off ship and
modules
|}

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

All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Python.

{| 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|Medium Hardpoint]]
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
|-
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
|-
| rowspan="3" | [[Hardpoint|Large Hardpoint]]
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 3
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 3
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 3
|-
| rowspan="4" | Utility Mount
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| [[Bulkheads]]
| [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
|-
| Reactor Bay
| [[Power Plant]] || E || 7 || 7
|-
| Thrusters Mounting
| [[Thrusters]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| Frame Shift Drive Housing
| [[Frame Shift Drive]] || E || 5 || 5
|-
| Environment Control
| [[Life Support]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Power Coupling
| [[Power Distributor]] || E || 7 || 7
|-
| Sensor Suite
| [[Sensors]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| Fuel Store
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x32] || C || 5 || 5
|-
| rowspan="9" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x32] || E || 5 || 6
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x32] || E || 5 || 6
|-
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 6 || 6
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x16] || E || 4 || 5
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 5
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 4
|-
| [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] || E|| 1|| 3
|-
| ''Empty'' || --|| --|| 3
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x2] || E || 1 || 2
|}
* ''(L) = Loaned''
* ''[x#] = Capacity''
* ''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner''

==Videos==
<gallery>
Your_Big_Brother_-_Elite_Dangerous_Python
Ship_Introducing_Python_-_Elite_Dangerous_Short_cinematic_video
</gallery>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
Elite Dangerous Python interior.png|Python interior
HighResScreenShot_2014-11-19_11-35-55.jpg|Python interior 2
Python_Screenshot_3.jpg|Standard Python on landing pad
Python_Screenshot_6.jpg
Python.jpg|Python concept model
Python with DLC skin.jpg|Python rear, with Pirate paintjob
zkQCgfJ.png|Python Departing
s4b25Dg.png|Python FSD charging
dI35WWR.png|Python Leaving dock
ZpVfCV2.png|Python landing
Screenshot_0038.jpg|Python in Tactical Ice paintjob
Screenshot_0037.jpg|Python in Tactical Graphite paintjob
SvRFrYfSUak.jpg
A1_0BxXPpak.jpg
GzVIzcUQC8E.jpg
Gze7YYBlACg.jpg
Screenshot_0001_stitch.jpg
E-D Python - Bottom View in Space.jpg|Python Top Bottom View
E-D Python - Front Below docked.jpg|Python docked
E-D Python - Side View docked.jpg|Python docked II
E-D Python - Sunglare Top down.jpg|Python sunglare
E-D Python - Top Side View in Space.jpg|Python Top Side View
E-D Python - Tactical Ice Skin leaving Coriolis Station.jpg|Leaving for new adventures
E-D Python - Tactical Ice Skin leaving Station II.jpg|Undocking successful
Black Friday P.jpg|Black Friday Edition
2015-12-24_00004.jpg|Black Friday Paintjob with 0%
2016-01-18_00001.jpg|Python by a Blue Binary
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 1_11_2016 7_54_31 PM.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 1_11_2016 9_01_31 PM2.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 1_11_2016 8_16_58 PM.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 1_11_2016 7_55_15 PM.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 4 16 2016 11 57 11 AM.png
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 4 16 2016 12 09 35 PM.png
File:HighResScreenShot_2016-04-11_21-20-38.jpg
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 4_23_2016 10_09_21 PM.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 5_22_2016 12_33_19 PM.png|Python
Elite - Dangerous (CLIENT) 5_4_2016 6_51_33 PM (2).png|Python
Python.jpeg|Vibrant Yellow Python on the ground inside a settlement, SRV approaching
20160811032739_1.jpg|Python on a Landing pad with a Red Python in the Background.
20160914204452_1.jpg|Python with orange Squadron skin
20160914204012_1.jpg|Python hovering above a desert planet
20160914225449_1.jpg|Python approaching a planet
bp-python.png|Faulcon DeLacy Python Blueprint
IMG_cae3b251-7bda-4a40-a0c3-250c1d5097e0.png|Python, vibrant Orange, on the pad at Kagan City
EliteDangerous64 2016-10-03 21-12-50.png|Python with 2 stars nearby
Python-Cockpit-Male-Pilot.png|Python cockpit male pilot
python.png|Wireframe paint python with bumpers
</gallery>

{{ShipNavbox}}
{{ShipTypeNavbox}}

[[ru:Python]]
[[Category:Multipurpose]]
[[Category:Faulcon DeLacy]]
[[Category:Pilotable]]

Vulture

2018-03-07T20:32:12Z

213.127.120.133: /* Purchase Locations */ LP 926-40 added

{{ShipInfobox
| image = Vulture_-_Profile.png
| manufacturer = Core Dynamics
| cost = 4,925,615
| topspeed = 215
| boostspeed = 348
| manoeuvrability = 5
| shields = 293
| armour = 288
| hullmass = 230
| cargocapacity = 8
| fuelcapacity = 8
| jumprange = 7.93
| utility = 4
| small =
| medium =
| large =2
| huge =
| size1 = 2
| size2 = 1
| size3 =
| size4 = 1
| size5 = 1
| size6 =
| size7 =
| size8 =
| landingpad = Small
| type = Combat
| maxjumprange = 22.36
| dimensions = 43.1m x 34.7m x 12.3m
|maxboostspeed = 397|masslock = 10|maxtopspeed = 244|reservedic = 1x Size 5 [[Military Compartment]]
}}
{{quote|The Vulture space superiority fighter sacrifices hardpoint flexibility for manoeuvrability. Advanced manufacturing techniques have allowed the Vulture to integrate large hardpoints into its relatively small frame, offsetting the ship's limited weapon count. The Vulture excels in the role of heavy fighter in strike missions against larger, well defended targets, but its nimble flight characteristics make it equally devastating against smaller targets. A limited cargo and passenger capability has not stopped it becoming a preferred personal transport for those who like to project a certain attitude in their dealings.|In-Game Description}}
The '''Vulture''' is a heavy space superiority [[:Category:Fighters|fighter]]. Featuring two large [[hardpoint]]s, the Vulture packs serious firepower into a relatively small frame. Although its top speed is mediocre compared to other fighters, it is a contender for the most maneuverable ship in the game owing to its powerful lateral thrusters and extremely powerful engines relative to the ship's mass, only being out-turned by smaller, less-armed ships.

==Overview==
The Vulture's two large hardpoints are located above and behind the cockpit, about halfway down the hull of the ship. Due to the spacing between the hardpoints, a loadout of two fixed weapons may have slight issues with converging on smaller targets.

The Vulture has two manned stations. The pilot's station is on the centerline of the ship. The auxiliary station is offset to the port side above and behind the pilot's station.

Defensively, the Vulture has impressive statistics on paper. It possesses the highest base shield and armor hitpoints out of all small sized ships; it has very good internal compartments (even better than the much more expensive [[Fer-de-Lance]]); and its number of utility mounts is 4, the same as larger ships such as [[Python]] and [[Federal Gunship]]. However, there is a catch: the Vulture is held back by its limited power capacity, which greatly limits viable loadout choices and encourages smart [[module priority control]].

The Vulture has an available 16 piece cosmetic ship kit that can be purchased from the [https://www.frontierstore.net/usd/game-extras/elite-dangerous-game-extras/vulture-ship-kit-16-pieces.html Frontier store] which allows you to "remodel your ship in your personal style". The ship kit does not affect gameplay.

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date Seen
! Notes
|-
|BZ Ceti
|Coleman Ring
|Jan. 2, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Hernir
|Gunn Ring
|Jan. 2, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Savantzil
|He Dock
|Jan. 2, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|LP 476-207
|Gromov Terminal
|Jan. 2, 2018
|15% discount
|-
|Duamta
|Davis Terminal
|Jan. 2, 2018
|
|-
|TZ Arietis
|Snyder Enterprise
|Jan. 2, 2018
|
|-
|Wolf 25
|Bonkers
|Jan. 2, 2018
|
|-
|Chi Orionis
|Carey Terminal
|Jan. 2, 2018
|
|-
|Guy
|Mondeh Terminal
|Jan. 2, 2018
|
|-
|Picoria
|Kohoutek Ring
|Jan. 8, 2018
|
|-
|Kakas
|Kube-McDowell Enterprise
|Jan.19, 2018
|
|-
|Shinrarta Dezhra
|Jameson Memorial
|January 26, 2018
|10% Discount, Founders Permit Needed
|-
|LP 926-40
|Lee City
|March 7, 2018
|
|}

==Default Loadout==
Ship loadouts can be [[Outfitting|outfitted]] in various ways at certain stations. Listed below is the default loadout for the Vulture.

{| style="text-align: center; font-size: 88%; line-height: 1.3em;" class="article-table" 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" | Large[[Hardpoint| Hardpoint]]
| [[Pulse Laser]] || F || 1 || 3
|-
| [[Pulse Laser]] || F || 1 || 3
|-
| rowspan="4" | Utility Mount
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 0
|-
| [[Bulkheads]]
| [[Lightweight Alloys]] || I || 1 || 8
|-
| Reactor Bay
| [[Power Plant]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Thrusters Mounting
| [[Thrusters]] || E || 5 || 5
|-
| Frame Shift Drive Housing
| [[Frame Shift Drive]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Environment Control
| [[Life Support]] || E || 3 || 3
|-
| Power Coupling
| [[Power Distributor]] || E || 5 || 5
|-
| Sensor Suite
| [[Sensors]] || E || 4 || 4
|-
| Fuel Store
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x8] || C || 3 || 3
|-
| rowspan="6" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 5 || 5
|-
|''Empty'' [m]
|<nowiki>--</nowiki>
|<nowiki>--</nowiki>
|5
|-
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x8] || E || 3 || 4
|-
| [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] || E || 1 || 2
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|-
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 1
|-
| style="text-align: left" colspan="5" | ''Note: L = Loaned, [x#] = Capacity, BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner, [m] = [[Military Compartment]] reserved for [[Hull Reinforcement Package]], [[Module Reinforcement Package]], or [[Shield Cell Bank]].''
|}
==Trivia==
*The Vulture was originally priced at 21,925,615 CR. After an outcry from the community that it was overpriced, Frontier lowered the cost of the Vulture to 4,925,615 CR.
*The Vulture is produced by Core Dynamics and sold to all three of the Major Factions.

==Videos==
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Raw_Power_-_Elite_Dangerous_Vulture
A_man_stands_in_the_darkness..._Elite_Dangerous_Vulture_ad
Vulture_-_Core_Dynamics_Elite_Dangerous
</gallery>

==Gallery==
<gallery>
55a03fc3-a8c2-4801-8d7e-929cac0eec44.jpg|Vulture cockpit
KAk0vhG.png|Vulture Hud, slight limited visibility in the front due to the fenders around the cockpit
e4TgoDv.png|Vulture side shot
1DItvQM.png|Vulture front
BFfNG8t.png|Vulture rear
oQ0HpRZ.png|Vulture Docked
Screenshot_0021.jpg|"Out of the sun" Vulture
20161129222219_1.jpg|Vulture featuring the Black Friday paintjob and ship-kit accessories.
Screenshot_0171sm.jpg|Vulture Top View, Vibrant Purple
Ship1.png|Vulture underside, Red Vibrant Paint applied.
BFwkICj.jpg|Vulture with Tactical Ice paint applied
Elite0007.jpg |Vulture Top view
Cobra meets the mighty Vulture.JPG|Cobra Mk. III meets the mighty Vulture
Vulture landed on HIP 22286 4.PNG|Vulture landed on planet 4 in HIP 22286
Screenshot_0017.jpg|Vulture 17jpg
File:Vulture_firing_at_horizon.png
File:Chrome_vulture_under_different_star_light.jpg |A Chrome Paintjob Vulture as seen under different star types light
File:Vulture0001.jpg |Red Vibrant Paintjob on Vulture
File:VultureFridgeMode.jpg |Cockpit view when heat is very low
bp-vulture.png|Core Dynamics Vulture Blueprint
Vulture Cockpit.jpg|Vulture Cockpit
Vulture-Cockpit-Star-Rise.png|Vulture cockpit and star rise
Vulture-Cockpit-Overview.png|Vulture cockpit overview
</gallery>

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