Keelback

2015-12-22T01:39:28Z

24.184.201.104: /* Purchase Locations */ Added Bolotov City in LP 336-4 as a station where this ship can be purchased

{{ShipInfobox|manufacturer = Lakon Spaceways|dimensions = 49.7L - 40.3W - 14.9H|medium = 2|small = 2|image = Keelback1.png|topspeed = 202|boostspeed = 303|manoeuvrability = 2|shields = 80|armour = 198|hullmass = 180|cargocapacity = 38|fuelcapacity = 16|jumprange = 10.94|landingpad = Medium|utility = 3|size2 = 2|size3 = 2|size5 = 2|maxjumprange = 27.19|maxtopspeed = 231|maxboostspeed = 344|cost = 3126150|type = Combat Freighter|masslock = 8}}{{Quote|This is Lakon Spaceways new combat-trader class vessel, designed for hostile-environment deliveries and light support duties. It's based on the Type 6 frame but with extra weapon hardpoints. It has a reduced cargo capacity to support a higher class of powerplant, and can even accomodate a fighter bay. Its durability is improved by better defence capabilities for armour and shields. Its similiar shioluette to the Type 6 makes it a suitable vessel for commerce raiding or convoy support.|In-game description}}The '''Keelback''' is a freighter ship with enhanced combat capabilities based on a Type-6 Transporter chassis. It's confirmed to debuit in the 1.5 "Ships" update in December 2015. It was first mentioned in a list from the ''Answers from the Devs'' where it said it is an upcoming ship.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php?t=191898&page=3&p=2952777#post2952777 Answers from the Devs 15/10/15]</ref>

As this had never been heard of, people speculated that it was an alternative name to the [[Panther Clipper]]. However, on a stream David Braben revealed that it is a ship similar to the Lakon [[Type-6 Transporter]], but with better weapon hardpoints.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdP1DmRYco8&t=32m22s Elite Dangerous - On the Horizon Episode 4 - Q&A with David Braben 6PM GMT - 04/11/2015 ]</ref> It also has a better power plant at the cost of less internal compartments.

The ship has firepower similiar to most of small combat ships, boasting two small and two medium hardpoints. Two medium are located on top of the ship, very close to the cockpit, two small ones are on the bottom a bit further back. One of three utility mounts is located on the nose of the ship directly above the frontal landing gear piece, and two more on top and at the back.

According to the in-game descriprion, this ship is capable of mounting a fighter bay, similiar to the [[Anaconda]].
==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System !! Station
!Discount!! Date Seen
|-
|Chamunda
|Gidzenko Ring
|
|15/12/2015
|-
|Tacahuti
|Jones Terminal
|
|15/12/2015
|-
|Karid
|Araki Port
|
|15/12/2015
|-
|Liburodo
|Landsteiner Mines
|
|16/12/2015
|-
|Cubeo
|Medupe City
|
|16/12/2015
|-
|Itza
|Ore Terminal
|15%
|16/12/2015
|-
|Harma
| Gabriel Enterprise
|
|16/12/2015
|-
|Kakas
|Kube-McDowell Enterprise
|
|17/12/2015
|-
|Phra Mool
|Darlton Orbital
|
|17/12/2015
|-
|Eravate
|Cleve Hub
|
|17/12/2015
|-
|Korovii System
|Moore Gateway
|
|17/12/2015
|-
|LP 128-9
|Fisher Port
|
|18/2/2014
|-
|HIP 16607
|Thome Gateway
|
|19/12/2015
|-
|Minarii
|Ferguson Horizons
|
|19/12/2015
|-
|LP 336-4
|Bolotov City
|
|21/12/2015
|-
|}

== Gallery ==
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keelback5.png|Frontal view
keelback2.png|Rear of the ship
keelback3.png|Top of the ship
keelback4.png|Bottom of the ship, note the enourmous fighter bay
keelback8.png|Thrusters have certainly been revamped compared to the T6...
keelback9.png|...unlike the cockpit
</gallery>

== References ==
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Diamondback Scout

2015-06-28T20:11:51Z

24.184.128.45: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox|image = Diamondback_bodyshot_01.png|manufacturer = Lakon Spaceways|manoeuvrability = 8|shields = 93|armour = 216|hullmass = 170|cargocapacity = 0|fuelcapacity = 16|jumprange = 11.35|utility = 4|small = 2|medium = 2|size2 = 1|size3 = 3|type = Combat Explorer|cost = 564329|landingpad = Small|maxjumprange = 28.25|maxtopspeed = 316|maxcargocapacity = 28|topspeed = 283|boostspeed = 384|maxboostspeed = 435}}
{{Quote|The Diamondback Scout is Lakon Spaceway's specialist combat explorer vessel. Unlike its bigger brother Asp, the Diamondback isn't suited as an all rounder vessel. It is popular with elite recon and pathfinder units with navies throughout human space. Its relatively low cost also makes it a popular choice with independent pilots who appreciate its combat and exploration potential.|In-game description}}
The '''{{PAGENAME}}''' is a long range combat &'' reconnaissance'' [[ships|ship]] which was released in the [[Powerplay]] update.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 1 small side mounted hardpoint and 1 medium side mounted hardpoint on each side of the cockpit for a total of 2 medium and 2 small. These hardpoints have their aim points arranged in a straight horizontal line with little space between reticule dots making them very usable with fixed mounts. However their side mounting and close space also make good mounts for gimbaled and turreted weapons.

This ship has animated engine pods that shift position and tilt when landing gear are deployed as well as a radiator panel on the top surface that opens when landing gear are deployed.

== History ==
{{Quote|The Diamondback Scout is [[Lakon Spaceways]]’ attempt to repeat the success of the [[Asp]] range at a medium price point. The result was a combat capable ship with good jump capability and was pitched as a light long range reconnaissance ship. After the ship’s maiden flight it was criticized for not having the same versatility as the Asp, but it has seen modest success in the long range reconnaissance, long range interceptor and fast picket ship roles for organisations not able or willing to invest in the heavy price tag of the Asp.<ref>[http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=dcbf6b86b4b0c7d1c21b73b1e&id=347cbf826e Elite: Dangerous Newsletter #77]</ref>|In-game history}}

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date Seen
|-
|Arth
|Midgeley Dock
|June 27, 2015
|-
|Wolf 406
|Hamilton Gateway (15% discount)
|June 5, 2015
|-
|Wolf 908
|Rubin Vision
|June 5, 2015
|-
|Leesti
|George Lucas
|June 5, 2015
|-
|Ngaledi
|Smith Enterprises
|June 5, 2015
|-
|LHS 262
|Boodt Port
|June 6, 2015
|-
|Beta-1 Tucanae
|Adams Orbital
|June 6, 2015
|-
|Momus Reach
|Tartarus Point
|June 6, 2015
|-
|Xihe
|Zhen Dock
|June 6, 2015
|-
|Njikan
|Smeaton Port
|June 6, 2015
|-
|LHS 2651
|Kennan Dock
|June 8, 2015
|-
|Kured
|Kuchner Vision
|June 7, 2015
|-
|Cerno
|Kanwar Enterprise
|June 7, 2015
|-
|Alano
|Leestman Port
|June 8, 2015
|-
|Amphisatsu
|Goldberg Orbital
|June 8, 2015
|-
|Chona
|Smoot Station
|June 8, 2015
|-
|Diaguandri
|Ray Gateway
|June 9, 2015
|-
|Xi Ursae Majoris
|Durrance Dock
|June 9, 2015
|-
|Setana
|Henson Horizons
|June 10, 2015
|-
|H Draconis
|Brislington
|June 10, 2015
|-
|44 B Ophiuchi
|Feustel Gateway (~10% discount)
|June 12, 2015
|-
|Sekhemet
|Nasmyth Station
|June 12, 2015
|-
|LFT 1448
|Dirac Enterprise
|June 13, 2015
|-
|Uzumoku
|Sevrdup Ring
|June 14, 2015
|-
|Njiri
|Helin Dock
|June 16, 2015
|-
|Ditia
|Arkwright City
|June 16, 2015
|-
|PLX 695
|Dover
|June 16, 2015
|-
|31 Aquilae
|Killough Orbital
|June 18, 2015
|-
|Chona
|Smoot Station
|
June 19, 2015
|-
|Belagro
|Hermaszewski Station
|June 21, 2015
|-
| Angurongo
| Dahm Port
|
June 22, 2015
|-
|Ross 775
|Gamow Gateway
|June 22, 2015
|-
|Tepehuacoc
|Sauma Orbital
|June 24, 2015
|-
|Kung Te
|Bellamy Enterprise
|June 24, 2015
|-
|LFT 1448
|Dirac Enterprise
|June 24, 2015
|-
|Derrim
|Nachtigal Hub
|June 28, 2015
|}

== Gallery ==
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File:Diamondback_cockpit_01.jpg
File:Diamondback_in_RES_01.jpg|Backside of the Diamondback Scout
File:Diamondback_docked_01.jpg|Docked Diamondback Scout
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== References ==
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