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| yearsproduced = 3304-Present | | yearsproduced = 3304-Present | ||
| type = Combat, Multirole | | type = Combat, Multirole | ||
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| insurance = 2,290,710 | | insurance = 2,290,710 | ||
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== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
The Krait Mk II 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 [[ | The Krait Mk II 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 [[Vessel 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 multirole option with strong [[combat]] ability. | ||
A variant of the Krait Mk II, the [[Krait Phantom]], was later introduced that doubles down on the multirole 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 | A variant of the Krait Mk II, the [[Krait Phantom]], was later introduced that doubles down on the multirole 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 Vessel 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 Mk II 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 Vessel Hangar. | ||
[[File:Convergence krait mk2.png|thumb|250px|Krait Mk II hardpoints convergence]] | [[File:Convergence krait mk2.png|thumb|250px|Krait Mk II hardpoints convergence]] | ||
The Krait Mk II'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 | The Krait Mk II'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 Vessel Hangar, the Krait Mk II 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 Mk II'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. | 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 Mk II'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. | ||
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* The Krait Mk II 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> | * The Krait Mk II 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 Mk II 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> | * Following ''[[Elite Dangerous: Odyssey]]'' Update 8, the Krait Mk II 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> | ||
* There is a small model of the original Krait in the cockpit.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/8unp9s/theres_a_model_of_the_original_krait_in_the_krait/ There's a model of the original Krait in the Krait Mk II cockpit] - Mohavor - Reddit - 28 June 2018</ref> | |||
==Videos== | ==Videos== | ||
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==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
<gallery> | <gallery> | ||
File:Krait Atmosphere Concept Art.jpg|Pre-release concept art of the Krait | |||
Krait MKII flight 1 4K Use for infographic.jpg|Krait Mk II flight | File:Krait MKII flight 1 4K Use for infographic.jpg|Krait Mk II flight | ||
Krait Mk II | File:Krait Mk II and F63 Condor.jpg|Krait Mk II deploying a F63 Condor | ||
Docking | File:Docking Vessel Hangar Krait Mk II.png|Docking at Vessel Hangar of Krait Mk II | ||
Krait MkII Blueprint.png|Krait Mk II Blueprint | File:Krait MkII Blueprint.png|Krait Mk II Blueprint | ||
File:Krait Mk II Bridge 1.png|Krait Mk II interior bridge showing all three seats | |||
File:Krait Mk II Pilot Seat View.png|Krait Mk II cockpit with UI disabled | |||
File:Krait Mk II Ship Docked.jpg|Krait Mk II ship docked | |||
File:Krait Mk II and Alliance Challenger.jpg|Krait Mk II and Alliance Challenger | |||
File:Krait Mk II in Hangar Front.jpg|Krait Mk II in Hangar Front | |||
File:Krait Mk II Hangar Rear.jpg|Krait Mk II hangar rear | |||
File:Krait Mk II landed Scarab.jpg|Krait Mk II landed Scarab | |||
File:Krait Mk II Combat.jpg|Krait Mk II combat | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||