Python

2015-01-05T18:10:50Z

46.5.16.94: /* Purchase Locations */

{{ShipInfobox
| image = Python2.jpg
| manufacturer = Faulcon DeLacy
| cost = 56,978,179
| topspeed = 250
| boostspeed = 280
| maneuverability = 6
| shields = 390
| armour = 260
| hullmass = 350
| cargocapacity = 92.0
| fuelcapacity = 32.0
| jumprange = 8.23
| utility = 4
| small =
| medium = 2
| large = 3
| huge =
| size1 =
| size2 = 1
| size3 = 2
| size4 = 1
| size5 = 2
| size6 = 3
| size7 =
| size8 =
}}
{{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 a patrol cruiser (although tiny compared to the Imperial Interdictors and Federal Battle cruisers).|In-Game Description}}

The Python is a heavily armed and well-protected craft, and boasts considerable maneuverability for its hulking size. Despite being exceptionally powerful and potentially useful in a variety of roles, the Python does suffer from exceptionally high operating costs, making it a potentially cost-prohibitive option for many players.

It is considered by some to be the most effective balance between firepower, maneuverability, 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 to comfortably deal with smaller fighter classes without having to rely on turret mounts.

==Specifications==
{| class="article-table" border="1"
|-
! Insurance:
| Full A-grade ~5M Cr
|-
! Type:
| Medium Multipurpose
|-
! Crew:
| 2
|-
! Cargo Capacity:
| ? (Max 292*)
|-
! Dimensions:
| 125L 45W 25H (estimated)
|}

==Purchase Locations==
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible mw-collapsed" border="1"
! System
! Station
! Date Seen
|-
| Leesti
| George Lucas
| Jan 1, 2015
|-
| Maljenni
| Bowsersox Enterprise
| Dec 31, 2014
|-
| LFT 926
| Meredith City
| Dec 31, 2014
|-
| Ho Hsien
| Dutton Station
| Dec 30, 2015
|-
| LP 908-11
| So-Yeon City
| Dec 29, 2014
|-
| Chamunda
| Gidzenko Ring
|
|-
| Cerno
| Kanwar Enterprise
|
|-
| FK5 2550
| Samokutyayev Dock ''(Correct in Gamma)''
|
|-
| Mizar
| Judson Station (''Gamma 1.05)''
|
|-
| LHS 2764A
| Low Orbital
|
|-
| LHS 3505
| Olivas City (Release 1.03)
|
|-
| Quivira
| Godel Dock
| Jan 2, 2015
|-
| Saktsak
| Bursch Enterprise
|
|-
|LHS 3564
|Froude Enterprise
|Jan 2, 2015
|-
|Beta-1 Tucanae
|Adams Orbital
|Jan 3, 2015
|-
|Arexe
|Janes Horizon
|Jan 4, 2015
|}

==Gallery==
<gallery>
HighResScreenShot_2014-11-19_11-35-55.jpg|Python interior
Python_Screenshot_1.jpg
Python_Screenshot_3.jpg
Python_Screenshot_6.jpg
Python_Screenshot_8.jpg
Python_Screenshot_9.jpg
Python.jpg
</gallery>

Viper Mk III

2014-10-14T04:52:43Z

46.5.16.66: /* Purchase Locations */

[[File:ViperFlyby.jpg|thumb|400px|Viper Mk. III]]
The '''Viper Mk. III''' made its first appearance in the game in Standard Beta 1. It is the main vessel used by station security forces and law enforcement, and is currently the fastest ship available to purchase. It is a highly effective combatant, with a turning rate comparable to that of the Sidewinder and the same weapon capacity as the Cobra Mk. III. This has resulted in a "run away from whatever you can't beat" ship which has been known (with sufficient skill) to defeat any other ship class released thus far in single combat.

Its main drawbacks are that its heat dissipation, power generation and hyperspace capacity do not equal that of the Cobra, which limits the value of having the same hardpoint capacity; mounting the ship's full weapon weight makes it very short-ranged, and an energy-heavy armament causes it to either overheat or use all available power very quickly.

In addition to its official police/security role, the Viper's speed, range and combat capability make it ideal for bounty hunters, small-load couriers, mercenaries or smugglers, while its small cargo capacity makes it a very poor choice for merchants, and a survivable but inadequately profitable platform for pirates.

==Specifications==
{| class="article-table" border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
|-
! scope="col" |Name:
! scope="col" |Viper Mk. III
|-
|Cost:
| 122,920 Cr
|-
|Insurance:
|6,146Cr
|-
|Type:
| Heavy Fighter
|-
|Faction:
| --
|-
|Drive Motor(s):
| --
|-
|Manufacturer:
| [[Faulcon DeLacy]]
|-
|Maneuverability:
| --
|-
|Crew:
| 1
|-
|Cargo Capacity:
| 4 (Default)
|-
|Dimensions:
| --
|-
|Hyperspace Capable:
| Range 6.92LY / 6.66LY
(Empty / Full cargo) Default Configuration
|-
|Hull Stress Factor:
| --
|-
|Acceleration:
| --
|-
|Max [[Normal Speed]]:
| 308 m/s
|-
|Max [[Boost Speed]]:
| 500 m/s
|-
|Hardpoints:
| 4 (2 C2, 2 C1)
|}

== Purchase Locations ==

{| class="article-table" style="width: 500px;" border="0" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
! scope="col" |System
! scope="col" |Station
|-
|[[Aulin]]
|[[Aulin Enterprise]]
|-
|[[Asellus Primus]]
|[[Beagle 2 Landing]]
|-
|[[LHS 3262]]
|[[Louis de Lacaille Prospect]]
|-
|[[H Draconis]]
|[[Brislington]]
|-
|[[I Bootis]]
|[[Chango Dock]]
|-
|[[Nang Ta-Khian]]
|[[Hay Point]]
|-
|[[Ovid]]
|[[Bradfield Orbital]]
|-
|[[Rakapila]]
|[[Stone Enterprise ]]
|-
|
[[Styx]]
|[[Wingrove Platform]]
|-
|[[LHS 293]]
|[[Onufriyenko Retreat]]
|-
|[[Zhu Rong]]
|[[Stuart Ring]]
|}
{{Tocright}}
== Outfitting ==
All ships are highly customizable through outfitting. Each outfit slot has a maximum class that can be put into that slot. Apart from classes, outfits also have a quality rating A-H, and other characteristics such as energy drain, armor piercing, etc.

Viper outfitting in table below:
{| class="article-table article-table-selected" border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"
! scope="col" |
Category
! scope="col" |Default System
! scope="col" |Default Class
! scope="col" |Max Class
|-
|[[Medium Hardpoint]]
|Pulse Laser

Pulse Laser
|1

1
| 2
2
|-
|[[Small Hardpoint]]
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|<nowiki>-</nowiki>
<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|1
1
|-
|[[Utility Mount]]
| -
<nowiki>-</nowiki>
| -
<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|0
0
|-
|[[Bulkheads]]
|Lightweight Alloy
|1
|8
|-
|[[Reactor Bay]]
|Power Plant
|3
|3
|-
|[[Thrusters Mounting]]
|Thrusters
|3
|3
|-
|[[Frame Shift Drive Housing]]
|Frame Shift Drive
|3
|3
|-
|[[Environment Control]]
|Life Support
|2
|2
|-
|[[Power Coupling]]
|Power Distributor
|3
|3
|-
|[[Sensor Suite]]
|Sensors
|3
|3
|-
|[[Fuel Store]]
|Fuel Tank
|2
|2
|-
|[[Internal Compartment]]s
|Cargo Rack
Shield Generator

Basic Discovery Scanner

Empty
|2
3

1

<nowiki>-</nowiki>
|3
3

2

1
|}

==Media==
<gallery>
Viper3.png
DockedViper.jpg
DeLacyViper.jpg
Viper03.jpg
Viper07.jpg
Viper06.jpg
Viper08.jpg
Viper02.jpg
Police 05.jpg
Viper10.jpg
Metal asteroids.jpg
ViperHeadingToDock.jpg
Viper.jpg
Type6WithViperOnItsTail.jpg
TrioOfVipers.jpg
DuoOfVipers.jpg
Peek of the week 40.jpg
</gallery>
[[Category:Ships]]
[[Category:Fighters]]

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