Krait Mk II: Difference between revisions

| type                = Combat Multipurpose

| cost                = 45,814,205

| jumprange          = 8.99

| maxjumprange        = 30.79

}}

{{Quote|The Krait MkII is a reimagining of the Krait Lightspeeder, which was originally manufactured by Faulcon DeLacy in the 3100s. Although the new ship is larger than the original, it possesses many of the same characteristics, emphasizing speed, manoeuvrability and firepower over defensive capability. The ship also boasts a fighter bay and space for up to two crew members, making it a good option for those seeking a medium-weight, multipurpose vessel.|In-Game Description}}

The '''Krait MkII''' is a [[Ships|ship]] manufactured by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. The modern successor of the discontinued [[Krait MkI]], the Krait MkII greatly expands upon the premise of the original, resulting in a larger, well-rounded ship intended to provide a more combat-focused alternative to Faulcon DeLacy's other mid-size multipurpose craft, the [[Python]]. Due to its inconspicuous design, the Krait MkII is also less likely to attract the attention of local authorities and has potential as a smuggling vessel.<ref name="PCGN">[https://www.pcgamesn.com/elite-dangerous/elite-dangerous-beyond-chapter-two-cinematic PCGamesN: Feast your eyes on the Krait Mk II in the latest Elite Dangerous: Beyond - Chapter Two cinematic]</ref>

The Krait MkII is a leaner, meaner alternative to the [[Python]], featuring almost identical module and hardpoint specifications. The Krait's advantages over the Python are its lower cost, lower hull mass, higher speed, improved handling, higher jump range potential, and the ability to carry a [[Fighter Hangar]], but these are balanced by the Krait having one less Class 6 internal compartment as well as weaker armour and shields. In effect, the ship sacrifices some utility as a freighter in favor of speed and jump range potential compared to the Python, but remains a viable multipurpose option with strong [[combat]] ability.

A variant of the Krait MkII, the [[Krait Phantom]], was later introduced that doubles down on the multipurpose qualities and speed of the design at the expense of firepower and armour. The Phantom has reconfigured internal compartments with less cargo capacity and gives up its Fighter Hangar, one Class 3 hardpoint, and one pilot's seat, but this also reduces its hull mass significantly to the benefit of speed, handling, and jump range. As such, while the Krait MkII remains the better choice for combat, [[Trader|trading]], and [[Miner|mining]], the Krait Phantom offers a streamlined alternative for [[explorer]]s or pilots who have no use for a Fighter Hangar.

[[File:Convergence krait mk2.png|thumb|250px|Krait MkII hardpoints convergence]]

The Krait MkII's three Class 3 hardpoints are mounted in a delta pattern on the vessel's dorsal surface, behind the cockpit. The two medium hardpoints are mounted on the underside of the front-most points of the hull, on either side of the cockpit and slightly forward. Combined with a Fighter Hangar, the Krait MkII can bring a considerable amount of firepower to bear for its size, and its hardpoint placement ensures that the pilot can keep weapons on a target without any difficulty.

The primary pilot's seat is located squarely along the centerline of the ship, while the cockpit itself extends from the hull and is slightly under-slung, affording a wide, unobstructed frontal view reminiscent of a [[Lakon Spaceways]] ship such as the [[Asp Explorer]]. Due to the position of the cockpit, the pilot also has a clear view of the Krait MkII's two medium hardpoints when they are deployed. The two secondary pilot seats flank the primary pilot seat to the left and right, and have separate canopies.

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

*The Krait MkII was released with the Chapter Two (3.1) update of ''[[Elite Dangerous: Beyond]]'' on June 28, 2018.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idrnfZ-q4X8 YouTube: Elite Dangerous: Beyond – Chapter Two cinematic trailer]</ref> Purchasing it requires owning ''[[Elite Dangerous: Horizons]]''.<ref>[https://youtu.be/jevg_IcTtdE?t=2811 YouTube: Krait Expectations (46:51)]</ref>

*Senior designer Barry Clark said the Krait MkII ''"currently occupies a unique place among our ship roster and is very popular among players... The idea of a low-profile ship for Commanders flying dubious cargo was really cool to us, too. The Krait is a great all-round ship with a strong hull, powerful engines – which look super-cool – and a great load-out. It's also less 'conspicuous', meaning it's less likely to get scanned by the police compared to other ships of that size and class. It has significant straight line speed and power, as well as enough firepower to match the Python thanks to three large and two medium hardpoints. It has a really nice punch against a variety of ship types and sizes."''<ref name="PCGN" />

* The Krait MkII was first teased in the first trailer for Beyond Chapter 2, where its engines were shown.

* The Krait MkII may have been originally named the "Krait Tornado" after the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panavia_Tornado Panavia Tornado].<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/90hyvz/remember_the_frontier_store_leak_talking_about_a/ r/EliteDangerous: Remember the Frontier Store leak talking about a Krait Phantom? Apparently we're currently flying a Krait Tornado.]</ref>

* Following ''[[Elite Dangerous: Odyssey]]'' Update 8, the Krait MkII became the only ship with a total of 3 pilot seats. All other ships with 3 pilot seats at the time were upgraded with a 4th seat.<ref name="OU8">[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/threads/elite-dangerous-odyssey-update-8-notes.592174/ Frontier Forums: Elite Dangerous: Odyssey Update 8 Notes]</ref>

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EDwallpaper3.jpg|Early, pre-release concept art of the Krait for ''Elite Dangerous''

Krait MKII flight 1 4K Use for infographic.jpg|Krait MkII flight

Elite-Dangerous-Beyond-Krait MkII-landed-Planet.png|Krait MkII landed on a planet

Krait_MKII_hangar_3_4K.jpg|Krait MkII docked

Krait Mk II SLF.png|Krait MkII deploying a fighter

Docking-Fighter-Hangar-Krait-MkII.png|Docking at Fighter Hangar of Krait MkII

Krait-MkII-landing.jpg|Krait MkII landing

Krait MkII exclusive paintjob.png|Exclusive "Frontier Special" paintjob given out during the 3.1 Content Showcase

Krait-MkII-Top-Front-Side.png|Krait MkII top front side

Krait-MkII-Underside-Front.png|Krait MkII underside front

Krait-MkII-Top-Rear.png|Krait MkII top rear

Krait-MkII-Underside-Rear.png|Krait MkII underside rear

Elite-Dangerous-Beyond-Krait_MKII_combat.png|Krait MkII combat

Elite-Dangerous-Beyond-Krait_MKII_combat-2.png|Krait MkII combat 2

Krait-MkII-PC-Gamer-Paintjob.jpg|Krait MkII PC Gamer Paintjob

Krait MkII Blueprint.png|Krait MkII Blueprint

359320_20181213191308_1.png|Krait MkII interior bridge showing all three seats

20190201005745_1.jpg|Krait MkII (with ship kit) and F63 Condor size comparison

[[Category:Multipurpose Ships]]