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| image = Imperial-Clipper-ship-flying-space.png |
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| manufacturer = Gutamaya |
| manufacturer = Gutamaya |
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| yearsproduced = 3300-Present |
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| type = Multirole |
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| cost = 22,295,860 |
| cost = 22,295,860 |
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| insurance = 1,114,793 |
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| factionreq = Empire |
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| factionrank = Baron |
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| landingpad = Large |
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| dimensions = 106.7m x 103.7m x 24.8m |
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| seats = 2 |
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| multicrew = Yes |
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| fighterhangar = No |
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| hullmass = 400 |
| hullmass = 400 |
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| masslock = 12 |
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| armour = 486 |
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| armourhardness = 60 |
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| shields = 186 |
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| heatcapacity = 304 |
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| fuelcapacity = 16 |
| fuelcapacity = 16 |
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| manoeuvrability = 5 |
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| topspeed = 306 |
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| maxtopspeed = 341 |
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| boostspeed = 388 |
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| maxboostspeed = 445 |
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| jumprange = 8.98 |
| jumprange = 8.98 |
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| maxjumprange = 27.52 |
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| cargocapacity = 74 |
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| maxcargocapacity = 250 |
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| utility = 4 |
| utility = 4 |
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{{quote|The very definition of a multipurpose ship, the Imperial Clipper is a versatile vessel well suited to a variety of roles. A generous quantity of internal compartments has made it very popular with miners, while a sizeable cargo hold and robust defences have endeared the vessel to traders. Impressive straight-line speed rounds out the ship's profile, and makes it one of the most distinguished members of the Gutamaya family.|In-Game Description}} |
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| landingpad = Large |
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|dimensions = 106.7L - 103.7W - 24.8H |
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|type = Heavy Multipurpose |
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|maxjumprange = 27.52 |
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|maxcargocapacity = 248|maxboostspeed = 445|maxtopspeed = 341|masslock = 12}} |
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{{quote|The Imperial Clipper is the quintessential Imperial ship. It epitomises elegance of form while delivering speed and agility. Because of its balance of Speed, Luxury and strength it is used for transporting valuable items and personnel of importance across the Empire.|In-Game Description}} |
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The '''Imperial Clipper''' is a large [[Ships|ship]] produced by [[Gutamaya]] for the [[Empire]]. It is the quintessential Imperial ship that epitomizes elegance of form while delivering speed and agility, and purchasing it requires achieving an [[Imperial Navy]] [[Empire/Ranks|rank]] of Baron. Due to its balance of speed, luxury, and strength, it is used for transporting valuable items and personnel of importance across the Empire. The Imperial Clipper is quite popular among [[Pirate|pirates]] and is considered to be the less expensive, smaller brother of the [[Imperial Cutter]], but its strengths lie in the adaptability of its design rather than its [[combat]] performance. |
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The '''Imperial Clipper''', built by [[Gutamaya]], is one of the [[Empire]]'s [[ships]] and thus are generally sold at [[Station]]s that are aligned with the Empire. To purchase the Imperial Clipper players must have earned the rank of Baron with the Imperial Navy.<ref group="nb">[[GalNet]] announced [https://community.elitedangerous.com/galnet/uid/55a4dc5d9657ba6d253de737 14 Jul 3301] that all independent pilots with an active Imperial Navy rank could now purchase the Clipper.</ref> |
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== Overview == |
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This ship is quite popular with [[pirate]]s, [[trader]]s, and some combat pilots. It is a reasonable pirate ship due to the large cargo capacity and heavy armament. Traders may find this ship appealing due to its superb cargo capacity and defensive capability; while it is more expensive than the [[Lakon Type-7]] it can easily defend itself against a pirate. |
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Pilots of any [[profession]] may appreciate the Imperial Clipper's high potential speed; with fully upgraded [[Thrusters]], it is comparable to that of smaller ships such as the [[Cobra Mk III]] and the [[Imperial Eagle]]. Additionally, its pitch rotation and yaw speed are higher than most ships, making it feel like a very hefty, weighted-down [[Eagle]] with a [[Boost Speed]] that is similar to that of the Cobra Mk III. Its only drawback, and likely the reason for its low overall agility rating, is its poor lateral thruster strength. Combined with very weak [[shield]]s for its size and wing-mounted [[hardpoint]]s ill-suited for fixed weapons, the ship is difficult to recommend for [[combat]] even with a specialized build. The Imperial Clipper is also one of the widest ships on the market, which can make manual docking complicated for less experienced pilots. Compared to the similarly-priced [[Alliance Chieftain]], the Clipper has superior shield strength and cargo capacity, but less overall firepower and weaker armour. |
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Its speed and manoeuvrability fall off more heavily when laden compared to other ships, meaning it loses that advantage when [[Trader|trading]]. Nonetheless, the ship is capable of carrying 248T of cargo, which is impressive given its price point and multirole capabilities. The [[Type-7 Transporter]] may be cheaper and can haul more cargo than the Imperial Clipper, but is not nearly as viable as an armed trader that can confront attackers as well as evade them if necessary. |
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Pilots of any [[profession]] may appreciate its speed; with fully upgraded [[Thrusters]], it is comparable to that of smaller ships such as the [[Cobra MkIII]] and the [[Imperial Eagle]]. Additionally, its pitch rotation and yaw speed are higher than most ships, making it feel like a very hefty, weighted-down [[Eagle]] with a boost speed that is higher than that of the [[Viper MkIII|Viper]]. Its only manoeuvering drawback, and likely the reason for its low overall agility rating, is its poor lateral thruster capability; the vertical-lateral thrusters are very weak compared to those of other ships. This weakness, combined with very weak [[shield]]s for its size and wing-mounted [[hardpoint]]s ill-suited for fixed weapons, limits the Imperial Clipper's efficiency as a PvP [[combat]] ship even if the shields are upgraded to maximum. The Imperial Clipper is also currently the second widest ship controllable by players, which may pose a challenge with docking. |
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The Imperial Clipper is also a good [[Miner]] with high cargo and numerous internal slots, but its two Class 2 and two Class 3 [[hardpoint]]s can be constricting. Taking the Clipper out to mine means either sacrificing damage output to equip the necessary mining tools, or mining with moderate defences and reduced mining efficiency. The ship's large body can also prove problematic when moving in clustered asteroid fields and Planetary Rings. |
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Speed and manoeuvrability fall off more heavily when heavily loaded than other ships, bringing it back into more normal speeds and turn rates when hauling cargo. |
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With around 28Ly of jump range potential, the Imperial Clipper is an average vessel for [[Explorer|exploration]]. It is more than capable of doing the job and is a good choice for jobs that require travelling long distances, but ships like the [[Asp Explorer]] easily outclass it in this role and cost substantially less. |
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Both the ships interior and exterior are luxurious in design, the engines sport a radically different sound than other ships, and the large cockpit canopy features an unobstructed view of space. |
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[[File:Convergence iclipper.png|thumb|250px|Imperial Clipper hardpoint convergence]] |
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The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: One Class 3 large hardpoint on the top of each wingtip nacelle (total of two class 3 mounts), and One Class 2 medium hardpoint on the underside of each wing where the wing attaches to the main fuselage (total of two class 2 mounts). The wingtip mounts are very far from centerline and will have trouble converging their fields of fire unless used with gimbaled or turret mounted weapons. The underside mounts although closer together, also suffer the same field of fire convergence issues although to a lesser degree than the wingtip mounts. |
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The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: one Class 3 large hardpoint on the top of either wing-tip nacelle, and one Class 2 medium hardpoint on the underside of either wing where the wing attaches to the main fuselage. The wing-tip mounts are very far from centerline and will have trouble converging their fields of fire unless used with gimballed or turret mounted weapons. The underside mounts although closer together, also suffer the same field of fire convergence issues although to a lesser degree than the wing-tip mounts. Due to this, fixed weapons generally are not easy to use with this ship. However, if two fixed weapons are placed on the same side of the ship, it is possible to use fixed mount weapons. |
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The pilot's seat is offset to the right of the centerline of the ship while the copilot's seat is offset to the left of the centerline. Although the ship is compatible with [[Multicrew]], it cannot equip a [[Fighter Hangar]]. |
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==Purchase Locations== |
==Purchase Locations== |
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|Shinrarta Dezhra |
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|Jameson Memorial |
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HIP 20277 |
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|Always available |
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|Fabian City |
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|10% discount |
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|December 17, 2015 |
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|Brestla |
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|Clido Pi |
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|i Sola Prospect |
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|Abbot Port |
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|Nov 08, 2015 |
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|20% surcharge |
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|LTT 11103 |
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|Korniyenko Terminal |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|15% discount |
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|Baldr |
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|Arjung |
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|Keldysh Gateway |
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|Hiyya Orbital |
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|04.04.2016 |
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|Bandizel |
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|Gende |
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|Hahn Orbital |
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|Eotienses |
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|Parkinson Dock |
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|Black Station |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|03.03.2016 |
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|10% discount |
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|V374 Pegasi |
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|MacKellar Hub |
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|Shone's Spaceport |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|Alit |
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| Wuru |
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|Rittenhouse Dock |
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| Wendelin Terminal |
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|10% discount |
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|Wong Guin |
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|Erio |
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|Heiles Terminal |
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|Babakin Hub |
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| Adams Orbital |
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| Feb 13, 2016 |
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| HIP 105408 |
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| Binney Horizons |
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| Jan 4, 2015 |
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| CD-54 9671 |
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| Somayaji Terminal |
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| Jan 7, 2015 |
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| CD-60 7742 |
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| Kopal Dock |
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| Feb 5, 2015 |
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|ETA-2 Hydri |
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|Bordage Orbital |
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|Jul 4, 2015 |
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| Shaw Port |
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| Aug 6, 2015 |
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| Kadrusa |
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| Slipher Vision |
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| Feb 8, 2015 |
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|Kamadhenu |
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|Shajn Market |
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|jun 26, 2015 |
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| Andoyer City |
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| Feb 8, 2015 |
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| Manianscudo |
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| Miller Port |
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| Feb 8, 2015 |
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| Sak Manka |
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| Impey Vision |
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| Feb 8, 2015 |
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| LTT 9097 |
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| Fox Gateway |
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| Feb 9, 2015 |
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| Liu Di |
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| Sudworth Orbital |
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| Feb 10, 2015 |
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| Karadjari |
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| Dufay Vision |
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| Feb 10, 2015 |
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| HD 137388 |
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| Delsanti Vision |
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| Feb 11, 2015 |
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|Miphifa |
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|Happis |
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|Jun 30, 2015 |
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| Afli |
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| Pu City |
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| Mar 15, 2015 |
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| Afli |
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| Quetelet Dock |
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| Feb 15, 2015 |
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| Wapiya |
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| Brothers Vision |
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| Apr 4, 2015 |
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| Leonard Station |
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| Feb 19, 2015 |
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| Saunders's Dive (independent station) |
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| Mar 12, 2015 |
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| Ngaiawang |
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| <s>Dornier Terminal </s>not buyable |
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| Mar 15, 2015 |
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| Nezhen |
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| Hand Dock |
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| Mar 8, 2015 |
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|Angurongo |
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|Dahm Port |
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|Mar 19, 2015 |
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|Yawa |
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|Dean Hub |
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|May 1, 2015 |
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|Ross 777 |
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|Bradley Dock |
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|Mar 24, 2015 |
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|Shonso |
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|Hill Tinsley Station |
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|Mar 31, 2015 |
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|Coelatuvean |
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|Robert Station |
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|Apr 8, 2015 |
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|Xuangu (closest to Lave) |
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|Schroter Terminal |
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|May 24, 2015 |
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|Mu-2 Octanis |
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|Chiang Orbital |
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|June 7, 2015 |
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|Pandemonium |
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|Hirayama Port |
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|June 9, 2015 |
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|Orang |
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|Bessel Gateway |
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|June 12, 2015 |
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|Dievat |
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|Bothezat City |
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|June 25, 2015 |
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|Punavatii |
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|Cayley Enterprise |
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|July 9, 2015 |
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|Maityan |
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|Maughmer Ring |
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|July 9, 2015 |
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|Zelano |
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|Mueller Station |
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|July 17, 2015 |
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|10% discount |
|10% discount |
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|Achenar |
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|Kamito |
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|Dawes Hub |
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|Aug. 15, 2019 |
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|HIP 98621 |
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|FOX Dock |
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|July 19, 2015 |
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|Achenar |
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|Harm |
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|Bell Terminal |
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|Gentil Hub (18,477,694 cr) |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|15% discount |
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|Nehet |
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|Xuesen Orbital |
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|October 18, 2015 |
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|Ra |
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|Synteini |
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|Kazantsev Dock |
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|Lagerkvist Gateway |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|Alectrona |
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|Aakushu |
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|Marley City |
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|Flagg Dock |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|LFT 78 |
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|Guuguyni |
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|Coye Orbital |
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|Shen Terminal |
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|Mar. 11, 2018 |
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|Yokusu |
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|Olokulu |
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|Edwards Port |
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|Matheson Terminal |
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|May 14, 2019 |
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|15% discount |
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|Kuwemargl |
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|Baillaud Ring |
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|December 19, 2015 |
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|Arigens |
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|LHS 1832 |
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|Ordway Ring |
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|Coney Gateway |
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|Sauraratec |
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|CD-86 4 |
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|Murakami Ring |
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|Cummings Dock |
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|Apr. 26, 2018 |
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|Rabh |
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|Urvane |
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|Friedman Terminal |
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|Lee Dock |
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|Mar. 5, 2019 |
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|Shente |
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|Wangal |
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|Hawker Station |
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|Rothfuss Orbital |
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|Aug. 15, 2019 |
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|January 31,2016 |
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|10% discount |
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|V374 Pegasi |
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|MacKellar Hub |
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|May 21, 2016 |
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10% discount |
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|LTT 606 |
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|Omnicron Gruis |
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|Jeremy |
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|Shajn Port |
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|Oct. 10, 2022 |
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|Nut |
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|Babcock Gateway |
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|June 12, 2016 |
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Gongalungul Andoyer Hub May 31, 2016 |
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==Outfitting== |
==Outfitting== |
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{{main|Outfitting}} |
{{main|Outfitting}} |
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All ships are highly |
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Imperial Clipper. |
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| rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Medium Hardpoint]] |
| rowspan="2" | [[Hardpoint|Medium Hardpoint]] |
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| [[Cargo Rack]] [x64] || E || 6 || 7 |
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*''(PAS) = Reserved solely for the [[Planetary Approach Suite]] or [[Advanced Planetary Approach Suite]]'' |
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* ''BDS = Basic Discovery Scanner'' |
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== Videos == |
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<references group="nb" /> |
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File:Gutayama Imperial Clipper ad |
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File:Elite Dangerous Film Competition 2015 - The Imperial Clipper EliteDangerous |
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File:The Imperial Clipper Elite Dangerous |
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File:Clipper VS things |
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File:The Imperial Clipper - All Purpose, All Style? -Elite Dangerous Ship Review- |
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File:Elite Dangerous - Gutamaya's- iClipper Advert |
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File:The Byakhee - Destination Maia (Elite Dangerous) |
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==Gallery== |
==Gallery== |
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File: |
File:Clipper concept.jpg|Imperial Clipper concept art |
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File: |
File:Imperial-Clipper-ship-flying-space.png|Imperial Clipper in space |
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File:Imperial-Clipper-Landed-Planet.png|Imperial Clipper landed on a planet |
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File:Imperial-Clipper-Cockpit-Planet-Capitol-in-Achenar.png|Imperial Clipper cockpit and planet Capitol in Achenar |
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File:Imperial-Clipper-Cockpit-Docked.png|Imperial Clipper cockpit docked |
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File:Bp-imperial-clipper.png|Gutamaya Imperial Clipper Blueprint |
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EliteDangerous32 2015-07-17 12-49-39-01.jpg|imperial clipper by CMDR Andix |
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File:Imperial Clipper in White Hangar.jpg|Imperial Clipper in White Hangar |
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File:Imperial Clipper on Fleet Carrier.jpg|Imperial Clipper on Fleet Carrier |
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Latest revision as of 00:43, 18 October 2026
The very definition of a multipurpose ship, the Imperial Clipper is a versatile vessel well suited to a variety of roles. A generous quantity of internal compartments has made it very popular with miners, while a sizeable cargo hold and robust defences have endeared the vessel to traders. Impressive straight-line speed rounds out the ship's profile, and makes it one of the most distinguished members of the Gutamaya family.
— In-Game Description
The Imperial Clipper is a large ship produced by Gutamaya for the Empire. It is the quintessential Imperial ship that epitomizes elegance of form while delivering speed and agility, and purchasing it requires achieving an Imperial Navy rank of Baron. Due to its balance of speed, luxury, and strength, it is used for transporting valuable items and personnel of importance across the Empire. The Imperial Clipper is quite popular among pirates and is considered to be the less expensive, smaller brother of the Imperial Cutter, but its strengths lie in the adaptability of its design rather than its combat performance.
Overview
Pilots of any profession may appreciate the Imperial Clipper's high potential speed; with fully upgraded Thrusters, it is comparable to that of smaller ships such as the Cobra Mk III and the Imperial Eagle. Additionally, its pitch rotation and yaw speed are higher than most ships, making it feel like a very hefty, weighted-down Eagle with a Boost Speed that is similar to that of the Cobra Mk III. Its only drawback, and likely the reason for its low overall agility rating, is its poor lateral thruster strength. Combined with very weak shields for its size and wing-mounted hardpoints ill-suited for fixed weapons, the ship is difficult to recommend for combat even with a specialized build. The Imperial Clipper is also one of the widest ships on the market, which can make manual docking complicated for less experienced pilots. Compared to the similarly-priced Alliance Chieftain, the Clipper has superior shield strength and cargo capacity, but less overall firepower and weaker armour.
Its speed and manoeuvrability fall off more heavily when laden compared to other ships, meaning it loses that advantage when trading. Nonetheless, the ship is capable of carrying 248T of cargo, which is impressive given its price point and multirole capabilities. The Type-7 Transporter may be cheaper and can haul more cargo than the Imperial Clipper, but is not nearly as viable as an armed trader that can confront attackers as well as evade them if necessary.
The Imperial Clipper is also a good Miner with high cargo and numerous internal slots, but its two Class 2 and two Class 3 hardpoints can be constricting. Taking the Clipper out to mine means either sacrificing damage output to equip the necessary mining tools, or mining with moderate defences and reduced mining efficiency. The ship's large body can also prove problematic when moving in clustered asteroid fields and Planetary Rings.
With around 28Ly of jump range potential, the Imperial Clipper is an average vessel for exploration. It is more than capable of doing the job and is a good choice for jobs that require travelling long distances, but ships like the Asp Explorer easily outclass it in this role and cost substantially less.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: one Class 3 large hardpoint on the top of either wing-tip nacelle, and one Class 2 medium hardpoint on the underside of either wing where the wing attaches to the main fuselage. The wing-tip mounts are very far from centerline and will have trouble converging their fields of fire unless used with gimballed or turret mounted weapons. The underside mounts although closer together, also suffer the same field of fire convergence issues although to a lesser degree than the wing-tip mounts. Due to this, fixed weapons generally are not easy to use with this ship. However, if two fixed weapons are placed on the same side of the ship, it is possible to use fixed mount weapons.
The pilot's seat is offset to the right of the centerline of the ship while the copilot's seat is offset to the left of the centerline. Although the ship is compatible with Multicrew, it cannot equip a Fighter Hangar.
Purchase Locations
| System | Station | Date Seen | Discount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinrarta Dezhra | Jameson Memorial | Always available | 10% discount |
| Brestla | i Sola Prospect | Always available | 20% surcharge |
| LTT 11103 | Korniyenko Terminal | Mar. 11, 2018 | 15% discount |
| Baldr | Keldysh Gateway | Mar. 11, 2018 | 15% discount |
| Bandizel | Hahn Orbital | Mar. 11, 2018 | 15% discount |
| Eotienses | Parkinson Dock | Mar. 11, 2018 | 10% discount |
| V374 Pegasi | MacKellar Hub | Mar. 11, 2018 | 10% discount |
| Alit | Rittenhouse Dock | Mar. 11, 2018 | 10% discount |
| Wong Guin | Heiles Terminal | Mar. 11, 2018 | 10% discount |
| Achenar | Dawes Hub | Aug. 15, 2019 | |
| Achenar | Bell Terminal | Mar. 11, 2018 | |
| Ra | Kazantsev Dock | Mar. 11, 2018 | |
| Alectrona | Marley City | Mar. 11, 2018 | |
| LFT 78 | Coye Orbital | Mar. 11, 2018 | |
| Yokusu | Edwards Port | May 14, 2019 | |
| Arigens | Ordway Ring | Apr. 21, 2018 | |
| Sauraratec | Murakami Ring | Apr. 26, 2018 | |
| Rabh | Friedman Terminal | Mar. 5, 2019 | |
| Shente | Hawker Station | Aug. 15, 2019 | |
| LTT 606 | Jeremy | Oct. 10, 2022 |
Outfitting
- Main article: Outfitting
All ships are highly customisable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Imperial Clipper.
| 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 | |
| Utility Mount | Empty | -- | -- | 0 |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Bulkheads | Lightweight Alloys | I | 1 | 8 |
| Reactor Bay | Power Plant | E | 6 | 6 |
| Thrusters Mounting | Thrusters | E | 6 | 6 |
| Frame Shift Drive Housing | Frame Shift Drive | E | 5 | 5 |
| Environment Control | Life Support | E | 5 | 5 |
| Power Coupling | Power Distributor | E | 6 | 6 |
| Sensor Suite | Sensors | E | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel Store | Fuel Tank [x16] | C | 4 | 4 |
| Internal Compartments | Cargo Rack [x64] | E | 6 | 7 |
| Shield Generator | E | 6 | 6 | |
| Cargo Rack [x8] | E | 3 | 4 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 4 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 3 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 3 | |
| Cargo Rack [x2] | E | 1 | 2 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 2 | |
| Supercruise Assist | E | 1 | 1 | |
| (PAS) | I | 1 | 1 |
- (L) = Loaned Module
- [x#] = Capacity
- (PAS) = Reserved solely for the Planetary Approach Suite or Advanced Planetary Approach Suite
Videos
Gallery
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Imperial Clipper concept art
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Imperial Clipper in space
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Imperial Clipper landed on a planet
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Imperial Clipper cockpit and planet Capitol in Achenar
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Imperial Clipper cockpit docked
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Gutamaya Imperial Clipper Blueprint
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Imperial Clipper cockpit with UI disabled
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Imperial Clipper in planetary ring
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Imperial Clipper in White Hangar
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Imperial Clipper on Fleet Carrier
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Imperial Clipper chrome paintjob