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| image              = cutter_view.png
| image              = Imperial Cutter and Gas Giant.png
| factionreq          = Empire
| factionrank        = Duke<ref>https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php?t=209378&page=2&p=3222741#post3222741</ref>
| manufacturer        = Gutamaya
| manufacturer        = Gutamaya
| type                = Multipurpose
| yearsproduced      = 3301-Present
| dimensions          = 192.6m x 111.1m x 33.4m
| type                = Multirole
| cost                = 208,969,451
| cost                = 208,969,451
| topspeed            = 202
| insurance          = 10,448,473
| boostspeed         = 323
| factionreq         = Empire
| manoeuvrability    = 0
| factionrank        = Duke
| expansionreq        =  
| landingpad          = Large
| landingpad          = Large
| dimensions          = 192.6m x 111.1m x 33.4m
| seats              = <abbr title="This ship gains a 4th seat only if Odyssey is installed.">3-4</abbr>
| multicrew          = Yes
| fighterhangar      = Yes
| hullmass            = 1,100
| masslock            = 26
| armour              = 720
| armourhardness      = 70
| shields            = 704
| shields            = 704
| armour              = 720
| heatcapacity        = 327
| hullmass            = 1100
| cargocapacity      = 164
| fuelcapacity        = 64
| fuelcapacity        = 64
| manoeuvrability    = 0
| topspeed            = 202
| maxtopspeed        = 232
| boostspeed          = 323
| maxboostspeed      = 372
| jumprange          = 8.21
| jumprange          = 8.21
| maxjumprange        = 25.70
| cargocapacity      = 164
| maxcargocapacity    = 794
| utility            = 8
| utility            = 8
| small              =  
| small              =  
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| large              = 2
| huge                = 1
| huge                = 1
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| size1              = 1
| size2              =  
| size2              =  
| size3              = 1
| size3              = 1
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| size7              =  
| size8              = 2
| size8              = 2
| reservedic          = 2x Size 5 [[Military Compartment]]s
| reservedic          = 2× Class 5 [[Military Compartment]]s
| maxjumprange        = 25.70
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| maxtopspeed        = 232
{{Quote|The pride of Gutamaya's shipyards, the Imperial Cutter is a formidable all-rounder. With sufficient armour and shielding to withstand all but the most determined attacks, and a total of seven hardpoints, the Cutter boasts an intimidating combat profile, while its substantial cargo hold makes It a solid choice for traders. |In-Game Description}}
| maxboostspeed      = 372
The '''Imperial Cutter''' is a large [[Ships|ship]] produced by [[Gutamaya]] for the [[Empire]]. It serves as the [[Imperial Navy]]'s counterpart to the [[Federal Corvette]], and purchasing it requires achieving an [[Empire/Ranks|Imperial Navy rank]] of Duke. One of the most expensive ships on the market that can be manned by a single pilot, the Imperial Cutter epitomizes Gutamaya's synthesis of form and function. While the Federal Corvette surpasses it in terms of sheer firepower and the [[Anaconda]] excels at versatility, the Imperial Cutter still wields a formidable array of weapon hardpoints, an impressive maximum cargo capacity of 794t, a surprisingly high top speed, and enough armour and shields to shrug off damage from all but the most tenacious attackers.
| maxcargocapacity    = 792
| masslock            = 27
}}
{{Quote|The Imperial Cutter fulfils a similar role to the Corvette for the Imperial Navy. The design philosophy reflects Imperial sensibilities as it is faster and more elegant than the Corvette, but doesn't quite match it in firepower. As with other Imperial warships the Cutter is also used for projecting soft power, via diplomatic missions and support for friendly powers. It is possible, although rare, for a well connected client or patron to own one of these ships. Like the Corvette, some models can deploy two small fighter sized ships, although civilian models are restricted to one.|In-game description}}
The '''Imperial Cutter''' is a [[Ships|ship]] manufactured by [[Gutamaya]] for the [[Empire]]. It serves as the [[Imperial Navy]]'s counterpart to the [[Federal Corvette]], and purchasing it requires achieving an [[Empire/Ranks|Imperial Navy rank]] of Duke. The most expensive ship on the market, the Imperial Cutter epitomizes Gutamaya's synthesis of form and function. While the Federal Corvette surpasses it in terms of sheer firepower and the [[Anaconda]] excels at versatility, the Imperial Cutter still wields a formidable array of weapon hardpoints, the largest maximum cargo capacity of all ships, and enough armour and shields to shrug off damage from all but the most tenacious attackers.


==Overview==
==Overview==
The Cutter is a heavily armed ship, featuring four medium [[hardpoint]]s: two on the nacelles and two on the chin; two large hardpoints on top of the ship and a single huge hardpoint on the chin. The pilot's seat is offset to the right of the ship, one co-pilot's seat being located to the pilot's left and the other one behind this. Notably, the exterior lights on the ship change color from blue to red once hardpoints are deployed. It has 8 utility mounts and can carry a [[Fighter Hangar]] for [[Ship-Launched Fighters]].
The Imperial Cutter is expensive and ponderous, but overall a very effective multi-purpose ship with a heavy armament. It lacks the versatility of the [[Anaconda]] and the combat prowess of the [[Federal Corvette]], but has considerable potential as a trading vessel that can easily defend itself. Traders looking for a stylish, powerhouse ship with ample cargo capacity will usually find the Imperial Cutter more than satisfactory, while fighters and explorers may prefer the Federal Corvette and Anaconda, respectively.
 
With a staggering 792 tons of max cargo capacity, the Imperial Cutter has the largest cargo bay of all playable ships in the game, making it an ideal ship for traders. However, it is also the most expensive ship in the game at a cost almost three times higher than a [[Type-9 Heavy]], which has a max cargo capacity of 788 tons; only 4 tons less. It also has a lower cargo capacity when shielded, as the Type-9 can equip a lower class [[Shield Generator]]. The very high rebuy and repair costs of the Cutter makes shieldless runs incredibly risky, so it is important to keep this in mind as every bump and scratch will cut rather heavily into profits and like the Type-9, it is very difficult to dodge an [[Interdiction]] in the Cutter. Combined with its required Imperial Navy Rank can make the Cutter a much less appealing ship for traders.


Unlike the [[Type-9 Heavy]], it is extremely well-shielded, very fast for its size, and heavily armed, giving it far greater survivability and allowing much better use of it as a combat ship, especially in the piracy role, as it is capable of rivaling a [[Federal Corvette]], [[Anaconda]] or [[Type-10 Defender]] in combat. In addition, with plenty of internals available to mount mining accessories while still leaving the largest open for cargo holds, excellent speed for moving from asteroid to asteroid, and a sufficiency of medium weapon mounts, the Cutter is an excellent choice for mining; if rather excessive. Keeping a shield generator on will let it handle most NPC pirates; however, the Type-9 will outdo it in terms of cargo capacity in this scenario.
The Imperial Cutter has the second largest cargo capacity of all playable ships in the game at 794t (behind the [[Panther Clipper Mk II]]'s staggering 1238t), making it a very capable ship for traders. However, it is also one of the most expensive ships in the game at a cost almost three times higher than a [[Type-9 Heavy]], which has a max cargo capacity of 790 tons; only 4 tons less. It also has a lower cargo capacity when shielded, as the Type-9 can equip a lower class [[Shield Generator]]. The very high rebuy and repair costs of the Cutter makes shieldless runs incredibly risky, so it is important to keep this in mind as every bump and scratch will cut rather heavily into profits, and like the Type-9, it is very difficult to dodge an [[interdiction]] in the Cutter. This combined with its required Imperial Navy rank can make the Cutter a much less appealing ship for traders.


When compared to the other two of the big three, the Corvette and Anaconda, the Cutter has several notable downsides; other than just the price tag. It has a much lower jump range than the Anaconda; though better than the Corvette and while it has impressive combat potential, its Class 7 power distributor isn't quite as able to effectively keep all its hardpoints effectively powered when compared to the Class 8 of the other two; thus the ship slightly pales in combat potential compared to the other two. While its manoeuvrability may be off-putting to some, it can easily be alleviated with Engineering, allowing the Cutter to reach slightly over 28 degrees of pitch on certain builds. Compared to the significantly cheaper Type-10, it has the same manoeuvrability and fewer hardpoints although its superior placement and good speed give it a huge advantage over a Type-10 in combat; it also has much higher pitch and yaw speeds.
Unlike the [[Type-9 Heavy]], it is extremely well-shielded, very fast for its size, and much better armed, giving it far greater combat survivability, especially in the piracy role, as it is capable of holding its own against a [[Federal Corvette]], [[Anaconda]], or [[Type-10 Defender]]. In addition, with plenty of internals available to mount [[Miner|mining]] accessories while still leaving the largest open for cargo holds, excellent speed for moving from asteroid to asteroid, and a sufficiency of medium weapon mounts, the Cutter is an excellent choice for mining, if rather excessive. Keeping a shield generator on will let it handle most NPC pirates; however, the Type-9 will outdo it in terms of cargo capacity in this scenario.


The Cutter is a very effective multi-purpose ship. The ship sacrifices the exploration focus of the Anaconda and combat focus of the Corvette for trading potential. Thus traders looking for a powerhouse ship complete with style will usually find the Cutter very satisfactory, while fighters and explorers may find the Corvette and Anaconda more useful respectively, depending on preference.
[[File:Convergence_cutter.png|thumb|250px|Imperial Cutter hardpoints convergence]]
The Imperial Cutter features four medium [[hardpoint]]s: two on the nacelles and two on the chin; two large hardpoints on top of the ship and a single huge hardpoint on the chin. The pilot's seat is offset to the right of the ship, one co-pilot's seat being located to the pilot's left and the other two behind this. It has 8 utility mounts and can carry a [[Fighter Hangar]] for [[Ship-Launched Fighters]].


The Imperial Cutter has an available 12 piece cosmetic ship kit that can be purchased from the [https://www.frontierstore.net/game-extras/elite-dangerous-game-extras/imperial-cutter-ship-kit.html Frontier store] which allows you to "remodel your ship in your personal style". The ship kit is purely cosmetic and does not affect gameplay in any way.
When compared to the other two of the big three, the Corvette and Anaconda, the Imperial Cutter has several notable downsides, other than just the price tag. It has a much lower jump range than the Anaconda, though better than the Corvette, and while it has impressive combat potential, its Class 7 power distributor isn't quite as able to keep all its hardpoints effectively powered when compared to the Class 8 of the other two; thus the ship slightly pales in combat potential by comparison. While its manoeuvrability may be off-putting to some, it can easily be alleviated with Engineering, allowing the Cutter to reach slightly over 28 degrees of pitch on certain builds. Compared to the significantly cheaper Type-10, it has the same manoeuvrability and fewer hardpoints, although its superior placement and good speed give it a huge advantage over a Type-10 in combat; it also has much higher pitch and yaw speeds. The Cutter also has a staggering [[Mass Lock|mass lock factor]] of 26, tied with the Type-10 for the highest of all conventional ships. The only non-capital ship with a larger mass lock factor is the [[Thargoid Interceptor]], so the Cutter can only be mass locked by other Cutters, Type-10s, and Interceptors.


==Purchase Locations==
==Purchase Locations==
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|Shinrarta Dezhra
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|Avalon
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|Hiyya Orbital
|Feb. 10, 2018
|Feb. 16, 2022
|15% discount
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|Eotienses
|Parkinson Dock
|Jul. 10, 2020
|10% discount
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|Eotienses
|Adams Market
|Sep. 30, 2019
|10% discount
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|V374 Pegasi
|MacKellar Hub
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Guuguyni
|Izanagi
|Shen Terminal
|Manakov Ring
|Nov. 8, 2017
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Harm
|Oto
|Gentil Hub
|Gauss City
|Feb. 1, 2018
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Nahua
|Walgal
|Fuller Vision
|Carpenter City
|June 18, 2017
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Minanes
|Llyr
|Rutan Terminal
|Baraniecki Vision
|Sep. 1, 2017
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Giryampi
|Kaiakul
|Cottenot Terminal
|Barlowe Station
|Mar. 13, 2018
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Lampade
|Regir
|Charlois Dock
|Grushin Dock
|Apr. 29, 2018
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Arjung
|Tau-1 Hydrae
|Hiyya Orbital
|Priestley Port
|June. 28, 2018
|Sep. 30, 2019
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|Yimanbin
|Ngalkin
|Farkas Port
|Frechet Station
|May 26, 2018
|Feb. 07, 2020
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|Tialocan
|Beta-1 Tucanae
|Richer Port
|Adams Orbital
|August 28th, 2018
|Feb. 20, 2020
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|Arjung
|Pangilagara
|Hiyya Orbital
|Tange Vision
|Oct. 30th, 2018
|July 31, 2021
|15% discount
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|Ct Tucane
|Arantila
|31.10.2018
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== Outfitting ==
== Outfitting ==
{{Main|Outfitting}}
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Imperial Cutter.
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Imperial Cutter.
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| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
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| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
| [[Pulse Laser]] (L) || F || 1 || 2
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| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 2
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 2
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| Fuel Store
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| [[Fuel Tank]] [x64] || C || 6 || 6
| [[Fuel Tank]] [x64] || C || 6 || 6
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| rowspan="11" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| rowspan="13" | [[Internal Compartment]]s
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 8 || 8
| [[Shield Generator]] || E || 8 || 8
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| [[Cargo Rack]] [x128] || E || 7 || 8
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x128] || E || 7 || 8
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| [[Cargo Rack|'''Cargo Rack''']]
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| ''Empty'' (M) || -- || -- || 5
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| ''Empty'' (M) || -- || -- || 5
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| [[Cargo Rack]] [x4] || E || 2 || 4
| [[Cargo Rack]] [x4] || E || 2 || 4
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| [[Discovery Scanner|BDS]] || E || 1 || 3
| ''Empty'' || -- || -- || 3
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|''Empty (Military Compartment)''
| [[Supercruise Assist]] || E || 1 || 1
|<nowiki>--</nowiki>
|<nowiki>--</nowiki>
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* ''(L) = Loaned''
*''(L) = Loaned Module''
* ''[x#] = Capacity''
*''[x#] = Capacity''
* ''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner''
*''(PAS) = Reserved solely for the [[Planetary Approach Suite]] or [[Advanced Planetary Approach Suite]]''
*''(M) = [[Military Compartment]] reserved for [[Hull Reinforcement Package]], [[Module Reinforcement Package]], [[Shield Cell Bank]], [[Guardian Shield Reinforcement Package]], [[Guardian Hull Reinforcement Package]], or [[Guardian Module Reinforcement Package]]''


==Notes==
==Notes==
*The Imperial Cutter was added in the 1.5 "[[Ships (Update)|Ships]]" update on December 15, 2015.<ref>https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php?t=191898</ref>
*The Imperial Cutter was added to ''[[Elite Dangerous]]'' in the [[Ships (Update)|1.5 Ships update]] released on December 15, 2015.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/horizons-2-0-and-ships-1-5-change-log.211781/ Frontier Forums: Horizons (2.0) and Ships (1.5) change log]</ref>
*The ''4.3.3.0 Update'' (28 April 2026) improved the scaling and detailing of the Cutter's landing gear and stairs. This previously had the wrong scale and it was low quality.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20260429004806/https://www.elitedangerous.com/update-notes/4-3-3-0 Elite Dangerous - 4.3.3.0 Update Notes] - Elite Dangerous website - 28 April 2026</ref>


== Videos ==
== Videos ==
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Built_To_Perfection_-_Elite_Dangerous_Imperial_Cutter
File:Built_To_Perfection_-_Elite_Dangerous_Imperial_Cutter
The_Imperial_Cutter,_because_size_matters
File:Elite_Dangerous_Imperial_Cutter
Imperial_Cutter_-_Power,_Superiority,_Excellence
File:The_Imperial_Cutter,_because_size_matters
File:Imperial_Cutter_-_Power,_Superiority,_Excellence
File:CUTTER_VS_CORVETTE_VS_ANACONDA_ELITE_DANGEROUS
File:%F0%9F%91%BD_Wing_VS_Thargoid_Cyclops_Variant_(Third_Person_View)
File:Geysers,_Fumaroles_and_the_sights_along_the_Road_to_the_Northeast.
File:Elite_Dangerous_1.5_Ships_-_Imperial_Cutter
File:The Imperial Cutter Elite Dangerous
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== Gallery ==
== Gallery ==
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Imperial_Cutter_concept_art_01.png|Imperial Cutter Concept Art
File:Imperial Cutter concept art 01.png|Imperial Cutter Concept Art
moar cutter.png|Imperial Cutter
File:Imperial Cutter and Gas Giant.png|Imperial Cutter and gas giant
cutter_hardpoints.png|Hardpoints deployed; note that the external lights have changed from blue to red
File:Cutter cockpit.png|Cockpit view, UI turned off
cutter_nose.png
File:Gutamaya-Imperial-Cutter-Cockpit-Rear.jpg|Imperial Cutter cockpit rear
cutter_profile.png
File:Imperial-Cutter-cockpit.jpg|Imperial Cutter cockpit
cutter_3-4.png
File:Bp-imperial-cutter.png|Gutamaya Imperial Cutter Blueprint
cutter_stern.png
File:Imperial Cutter Gutamaya.jpg|Imperial Cutter by Gutamaya
cutter_hp_new.png|One huge and two medium hardpoints right below the cockpit
File:Imperial Cutter Thrusters Docked.jpg|Imperial Cutter thrusters docked
cutter_nacelle_hp.png|Two medium hardpoints on engine nacelles
File:Imperial Cutter Chrome.jpg|Imperial Cutter Chrome
cutter_large_hp.png|Two large hardpoints on top of the ship
File:Imperial Cutter Docked Sideview.jpg|Imperial Cutter docked sideview
cutter_hawt.png|Cutter ready for an FSD jump, heat radiators deployed
File:Imperial Cutter above Planetary Ring.jpg|Imperial Cutter above planetary ring
cutter_docking_bay_scoop_thingy.png|Cargo scoop/docking bay
File:Imperial Cutter on Ice Planet.jpg|Imperial Cutter on ice planet
cutter_cockpit.png|Cockpit view, UI turned off
wiki_landing_pad.png|On a landing pad, note the little lights
Screenshot_0011.jpg|Imperial Cutter
Screenshot_0068.jpg|Cobra next to Cutter
Cutter near planet.jpg|Flying near planet
Screenshot_0023.jpg|Imperial Cutter with some Type-6 Transporters
Combat with a wanted Anaconda.jpg|Combat with a wanted Anaconda
Gutamaya-Imperial-Cutter-Cockpit-Rear.jpg|Imperial Cutter cockpit rear
Imperial-Cutter-cockpit.jpg|Imperial Cutter cockpit
Screenshot_0242.jpg|View inside the bridge of Cutter
Screenshot_0245.jpg|Right side of Cutter bridge
File:Gutamaya-interface.jpg |Auxiliary Station Detail view
File:Cutter3.jpg |Huge Hardpoint Detail
Cutter.jpg|Cutter On Pad
Black Friday Edition.jpg|Black Friday paintjob
2016-01-26_00039.jpg|Black Imperial Cutter over Earth-like
File:Elite0413.jpg
Ímperial Cutter - Imperial Glory.jpg|Imperial Glory
File:Fresh-cutter.jpg |Imperial Cutter side profile while landed on a planetary body
File:5ZmAj14.png |Rear of a Cutter highlighted by a planet's rings
EliteDangerous64 2016-05-02 02-38-00.png|Beauty in Black
EliteDangerous64 2016-05-02 04-09-58.png|On patrol
20160710000707_1.jpg|Pristine metallic light effect in an Engineer's hangar
20160628200202_1.jpg|Thruster's chemtrail's light effect
bp-imperial-cutter.png|Gutamaya Imperial Cutter Blueprint
Imperial_Cutter_Chrome.png|Imperial Cutter chrome
tbf-transporter.png|Vibrant Green Cutter (Weitz Landing, Kapperapai)
Imperial-Cutter-Ship-Kit.png|Imperial Cutter ship kit
Imperial-Cutter-Gold.png|Imperial Cutter gold
Imperial-Cutter-Rear-SRV.png|Imperial Cutter rear and SRV
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== References ==
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