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{{quote|Manufactured by Faulcon deLacy, the Python Mk II is a redesign of an iconic vessel. Reimagined as a combat ship that sacrifices internal space for increased manoeuvrability, firepower and defensce. With six hardpoints, it can go head-to-head with larger ships, while its improved agility allows it to handle smaller vessels without having to rely on turret weapons. The redesigned hull offers superior management of overcharged Frame Shift Drives. The Python Mk II has been designed for medium-size landing pads. |In-Game Description}}
{{quote|Manufactured by Faulcon deLacy, the Python Mk II is a redesign of an iconic vessel. Reimagined as a combat ship that sacrifices internal space for increased manoeuvrability, firepower and defence. With six hardpoints, it can go head-to-head with larger ships, while its improved agility allows it to handle smaller vessels without having to rely on turret weapons. The redesigned hull offers superior management of overcharged Frame Shift Drives.|In-Game Description}}


{{ShipInfobox
{{ShipInfobox
| image              = Python MkII space.jpg
| image              = Python MkII space.jpg
| manufacturer        = Faulcon DeLacy
| manufacturer        = Faulcon DeLacy
| yearsproduced      =3310-Present  
| yearsproduced      = 3310-Present  
| type                = Multipurpose
| type                = Combat
| cost                = 79,007,011
| cost                = 59,255,259
| arx                = 16,250
| arx                = 16,520
| insurance          =  
| insurance          =3,376,368
| factionreq          =  
| factionreq          =  
| factionrank        =  
| factionrank        =  
| expansionreq        =Odyssey  
| expansionreq        = Odyssey  
| landingpad          = Medium
| landingpad          = Medium
| dimensions          = 88.4m x 67.5m x 17.3m
| dimensions          = 88.4m x 67.5m x 17.3m
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| multicrew          = Yes
| multicrew          = Yes
| fighterhangar      = No
| fighterhangar      = No
| hullmass            =450 Ton
| hullmass            = 450
| masslock            =  
| masslock            =17
| armour              =504  
| armour              = 504  
| armourhardness      =  
| armourhardness      =70
| shields            =316  
| shields            = 316  
| heatcapacity        =  
| heatcapacity        =260
| fuelcapacity        =  
| fuelcapacity        = 16
| manoeuvrability    =4
| manoeuvrability    = 4
| topspeed            =  
| topspeed            = 261
| maxtopspeed        =261 M/S
| maxtopspeed        =297
| boostspeed          =352 M/S
| boostspeed          = 352  
| maxboostspeed      =  
| maxboostspeed      =400
| jumprange          =17.85 LY
| jumprange          = 18.11
| maxjumprange        =18.41 LY
| maxjumprange        = 26.71
| cargocapacity      =10.0 Ton
| cargocapacity      = 10  
| maxcargocapacity    =  
| maxcargocapacity    = 96
| utility            = 6
| utility            = 6
| small              =  
| small              =  
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| large              = 4
| large              = 4
| huge                =  
| huge                =  
| size1              =  
| size1              =2
| size2              = 1
| size2              = 1
| size3              = 1
| size3              = 1
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| size8              =  
| size8              =  
| reservedic          =  
| reservedic          =  
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The '''Python Mk II''' is a multipurpose ship manufactured by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. The Mk II is a redesign of its predecessor, the [[Python]].
The '''Python Mk II''' is a medium [[Ships|ship]] produced by [[Faulcon DeLacy]]. This vessel is a [[combat]]-focused redesign of its multipurpose predecessor, the [[Python]]. It became purchasable with [[credits]] for [[Elite Dangerous: Odyssey|Odyssey]] owners on 7 Aug 2024.


== Overview ==
== Overview ==
This vessel come with two variants: the Standard and Stellar variant. These can be found and bought in the [[Pre-Built Ships]] selection found in the main menu. The Standard variant have the nearly same [[Outfitting]] as of normal [[ships]]. The Stellar variant, unlike other ships, come equipped with four [[Multi-Cannon]] and two [[Pulse Laser]] as the ship's default outfitting, while other ships does not have Multi-Cannon as their default Outfitting.
There are 2 variants: Standard and Stellar. The Stellar version is listed in the [[Pre-Built Ships]] section via the main menu. The Standard variant has nearly identical [[Outfitting]] as normal [[ships]]. The Stellar variant is equipped by default with four [[Multi-Cannon|Multi-Cannons]] and two [[Pulse Laser|Pulse Lasers]].


The Python MkII's [[Cargo Scoop]] can contain ten canisters before the cargo bay is at maximum capacity without upgrades. This, however, are fewer than the cargo capacity of a normal Python. The Python also can travel sightly better compare to the normal Python and have a higher unladen [[jump range]] than the normal Python. However, normal Python can afford a 30 ly jump by upgrade the [[FSD]], while the Python can only afford a 18 ly jump and upgrade it can only increase 0.65 ly.
The Mk II is highly lethal in combat. It comes with six [[hardpoint]] slots, four of which are Class 3 and the remainder Class 2s, making its potential damage output more akin to a large ship. This combined with its maneuverability makes the Python Mk II exceptionally well suited for combat activities such as [[Pirate|Piracy]], [[Bounty Hunting]], [[Assassin|Assassination]], and [[Xeno Hunter|Xeno Hunting]].


With its superior hull, the Python MkII come equipped with a 5C supercruise overcharge Frame Shift Drive, which have lower thermal load, slower fuel consumption, acceleration and deceleration while overcharging. Python MkII, after added to the [[Shipyard]], will have more expensive price than the normal Python.
The Mk II can carry a maximum of 96 t of cargo, which is dwarfed by the 294 t cargo capacity of the [[Python|Mk I]], making the Mk II much less effective for activities such as [[Trader|trading]] or [[Miner|mining]] compared to its predecessor.  


For improved speed, firepower and defence, Python MkII will have fewer internal space. The Python MkII is also quite harmful, as it have six hardpoints space which can takes down a larger ships. Equipping this vessel with [[Seeker Missile Rack]] and occupy it on all hardpoint slots with this weapon is ideal on [[Pirate|Piracy]], [[Bounty Hunting]], [[Assassin|Assassination]] missions while equipping this vessel with AX weapons on [[Xeno Hunter|Xeno Hunting]]. With its enhanced manoeuvrability, it can takes down smaller ships.  
The Mk II has a higher default unladen [[jump range]] of 18.11 ly versus the Mk I's 8.25 ly due to the 5C [[Frame Shift Drive (SCO)|SCO-capable Frame Shift Drive]] coming preinstalled. When equipped with identical FSDs, the Mk II and Mk I have very similar jump ranges—19.93 ly and 19.48 ly, respectively. However, when outfitted for jump range, the difference is much larger—26.71 ly and 31.63 ly. The gap widens even more dramatically when [[Engineers|engineering]] is added to the equation.
 
The Mk II was designed from the ground up for supercruise overcharge, giving it much better handling, less thermal load, less fuel consumption, and better acceleration and deceleration while using SCO compared to all previous ships.
 
The hardpoint placement is identical to the Python's, except with an additional dorsally-mounted large hardpoint behind the cockpit, between the other two dorsal large hardpoints.


== Development ==
== Development ==
[[Frontier Developments|Frontier]] announced that this ship will be added with a free update in 2024. A developer update on 23 Apr 2024, revealed the release date on 7 May 2024 for 16,250 [[ARX]], and 3 months later on 7 Aug 2024 for all players for[[credits]].
The Python Mk II was the first new ship added to Elite Dangerous since the addition of the Mamba in 2018. [[Frontier Developments|Frontier]] announced in a [[Frontier Unlocked]] livestream that the Mk II will be added with a free update in 2024. Elite partners got early access on a test server on 1 May 2024.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/1cgjxcw/elite_partners_may_1st_python_mk2_test_drive/ Elite Partners May 1st Python MK2 test drive!] - Reddit 30 April 2024</ref> This ship became available for early access for 16,250 [[ARX]] on 7 May 2024. It became available for purchase by Odyssey owners using in-game [[credits]] on 7 Aug 2024. {{clr}}
 
This is the first new ship added to ED in 6 years. Elite partners got early access on a test server on 1 May 2024.<ref>[https://www.reddit.com/r/EliteDangerous/comments/1cgjxcw/elite_partners_may_1st_python_mk2_test_drive/ Elite Partners May 1st Python MK2 test drive!] - Reddit 30 April 2024</ref>
{{clr}}
==Purchase Locations==
==Purchase Locations==
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More purchase locations can be found on [https://inara.cz/elite/nearest-outfitting/?formbrief=1&pa3%5B%5D=xship61&ps1=Sol&pi18=0&pi19=0&pi17=0 Inara.cz]
==Outfitting==
==Outfitting==
{{main|Outfitting}}
{{main|Outfitting}}


All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Python.
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default loadout for the Python Mk II.


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|Fuel Store
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|[[Fuel Tank]] [x32]|| C || 4 ||4
|[[Fuel Tank]] [x16]|| C || 4 ||4
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| rowspan="7" |[[Internal Compartment]]s
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File:Elite Dangerous - Python MKII- performance comparison to FDL-Python -raw tests-
File:Elite Dangerous - Python MKII- performance comparison to FDL-Python -raw tests-
File:Three GREAT AX builds for the Python Mk2
File:Three GREAT AX builds for the Python Mk2
File:Elite dangerous- Python MKII "Punisher"
File:Python MKII "First Impressions" -MUSIC EDIT-
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File:Python MkII underside.jpg|Python Mk II underside
File:Python MkII underside.jpg|Python Mk II underside
File:Python Mk II ELW.jpg|Python Mk II and Earth-like world
File:Python Mk II ELW.jpg|Python Mk II and Earth-like world
File:ED Odyssey Python MkII Scorpion.jpg|Python Mk II, Scorpion official art
File:Python Mk II Venom Cyber paint job.jpg|Python Mk II Venom Cyber paint job
File:ED Odyssey Python Mk II Scorpion.jpg|Python Mk II, Scorpion official art
File:Python Mk II ruby paintjob.jpg|Python Mk II ruby paintjob
File:Python Mk II vs Federal Corvette.jpg|Python Mk II vs Federal Corvette
File:Python Mk II Cockpit.jpg|Python Mk II Cockpit
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== References ==
== References ==
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The Python Mk II is a medium ship produced by Faulcon DeLacy. This vessel is a combat-focused redesign of its multipurpose predecessor, the Python. It became purchasable with credits for Odyssey owners on 7 Aug 2024.

Overview

There are 2 variants: Standard and Stellar. The Stellar version is listed in the Pre-Built Ships section via the main menu. The Standard variant has nearly identical Outfitting as normal ships. The Stellar variant is equipped by default with four Multi-Cannons and two Pulse Lasers.

The Mk II is highly lethal in combat. It comes with six hardpoint slots, four of which are Class 3 and the remainder Class 2s, making its potential damage output more akin to a large ship. This combined with its maneuverability makes the Python Mk II exceptionally well suited for combat activities such as Piracy, Bounty Hunting, Assassination, and Xeno Hunting.

The Mk II can carry a maximum of 96 t of cargo, which is dwarfed by the 294 t cargo capacity of the Mk I, making the Mk II much less effective for activities such as trading or mining compared to its predecessor.

The Mk II has a higher default unladen jump range of 18.11 ly versus the Mk I's 8.25 ly due to the 5C SCO-capable Frame Shift Drive coming preinstalled. When equipped with identical FSDs, the Mk II and Mk I have very similar jump ranges—19.93 ly and 19.48 ly, respectively. However, when outfitted for jump range, the difference is much larger—26.71 ly and 31.63 ly. The gap widens even more dramatically when engineering is added to the equation.

The Mk II was designed from the ground up for supercruise overcharge, giving it much better handling, less thermal load, less fuel consumption, and better acceleration and deceleration while using SCO compared to all previous ships.

The hardpoint placement is identical to the Python's, except with an additional dorsally-mounted large hardpoint behind the cockpit, between the other two dorsal large hardpoints.

Development

The Python Mk II was the first new ship added to Elite Dangerous since the addition of the Mamba in 2018. Frontier announced in a Frontier Unlocked livestream that the Mk II will be added with a free update in 2024. Elite partners got early access on a test server on 1 May 2024.[1] This ship became available for early access for 16,250 ARX on 7 May 2024. It became available for purchase by Odyssey owners using in-game credits on 7 Aug 2024.

Purchase Locations

System Station Date Seen Discount
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More purchase locations can be found on Inara.cz

Outfitting

Main article: Outfitting

All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default loadout for the Python Mk II.

Category Default System Default Rating Default Class Max Class
Medium Hardpoint Pulse Laser (L) F 1 2
Pulse Laser (L) F 1 2
Large Hardpoint Empty -- -- 3
Empty -- -- 3
Empty -- -- 3
Empty -- -- 3
Utility Mount Empty -- -- 0
Empty -- -- 0
Empty -- -- 0
Empty -- -- 0
Empty -- -- 0
Empty -- -- 0
Bulkheads Lightweight Alloys C 1 1
Reactor Bay Power Plant E 6 6
Thrusters Mounting Thrusters E 6 6
Frame Shift Drive Housing Frame Shift Drive (SCO) C 5 5
Environment Control Life Support E 4 4
Power Coupling Power Distributor E 6 6
Sensor Suite Sensors E 5 5
Fuel Store Fuel Tank [x16] C 4 4
Internal Compartments Shield Generator E 6 6
Empty -- -- 4
Empty -- -- 3
Empty -- -- 2
Cargo Rack [x2] E 1 1
Supercruise Assist E 1 1
(PAS) I 1 1

* (L) = Loaned Module

Video

References

  1. ↑ Elite Partners May 1st Python MK2 test drive! - Reddit 30 April 2024

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