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By default, the MkIV has weaker shields than the MkIII due to its higher hull mass. However, the MkIV is capable of fitting a larger, class-4 [[Shield Generator|shield generator]], unlike the MkIII's class-3. This, combined with an improved hull, gives the MkIV superior protection. These improvements over the MkIII come with the drawbacks of slightly reduced manoeuvrability and speed. The MkIV also features a larger hull, which makes it a bigger target. Like the MkIII, it has poor [[heat]] dissipation. Prolonged usage of high-output modules easily pushes the ship's temperature over its cooling capacity. This makes it easy to take out with nimble ships like [[Eagle]] and [[Cobra MkIII|Cobra]] and has the disadvantage in a direct firefight against a Viper MkIII.

The Viper MkIV's ~~hard-point~~ options are identical to its predecessor. It has two small [[~~hardpoints|hard-points~~]] ~~located~~ on either side of the cockpit and two medium ~~hard-points~~ located beneath it. However, unlike the Viper MkIII (which has underside-mounted class-2 medium ~~hard-points~~ on a horizontally flat plane), the class-2 medium ~~hard-points~~ of the MkIV are on a slightly angled part of the hull. Overall the Viper MIV is a trade of mobility for defences and can more appealing to commanders used to bulkier ships. Whether it is better or worse comes down to player preference and skill, however, it does have a much higher price~~-tag~~. The higher cargo capacity also makes it a more viable pirate to carry loot, however, it is worse at interdicting ships.

The Viper MkIV's hardpoint options are identical to its predecessor. It has two small [[hardpoint]]s located on either side of the cockpit and two medium hardpoints located beneath it. However, unlike the Viper MkIII (which has underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints on a horizontally flat plane), the class-2 medium hardpoints of the MkIV are on a slightly angled part of the hull. Overall the Viper MIV is a trade of mobility for defences and can more appealing to commanders used to bulkier ships. Whether it is better or worse comes down to player preference and skill, however, it does have a much higher price. The higher cargo capacity also makes it a more viable pirate to carry loot, however, it is worse at interdicting ships.

The Viper MIV can be useful in multi-role. With 50T of capacity it is a surprisingly effective trader for a fighter class and an average jump range lets the ship take on an explorer role. The issue is that its price puts it above the [[Cobra MkIII]] which is a far better multi-role ship and is also just as effective in combat. The Viper MkIV can be seen as a more combat focus alternative to the [[Cobra MkIII|Cobra]].

The Viper MkIV's underside-mounted class-2 medium ~~hard-points~~ have a fairly narrow field of fire. Because they are placed further down the ship, gimballed and turreted weapons cannot aim very far above the ~~centre~~ crosshair without the front of the ship obstructing their line of fire. The two class-1 small ~~hard-points~~, which are placed in front of the cockpit of the ship, do not suffer from this problem. The Viper MkIV has a delta-shaped hull which is significantly wider than the MkIII. The cockpit is situated just behind the bow, slightly raised. Compared to the MkIII, the MkIV's cockpit is less exposed. The MkIV lands on two small rear struts and one large front strut which doubles as a boarding ramp to the cockpit.

The Viper MkIV's underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints have a fairly narrow field of fire. Because they are placed further down the ship, gimballed and turreted weapons cannot aim very far above the center crosshair without the front of the ship obstructing their line of fire. The two class-1 small hardpoints, which are placed in front of the cockpit of the ship, do not suffer from this problem. The Viper MkIV has a delta-shaped hull which is significantly wider than the MkIII. The cockpit is situated just behind the bow, slightly raised. Compared to the MkIII, the MkIV's cockpit is less exposed. The MkIV lands on two small rear struts and one large front strut which doubles as a boarding ramp to the cockpit.

While the Viper MkIV has no Ship Kit, it seems to have several pieces of the Viper MKIII kit permanently attached.

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 By default, the MkIV has weaker shields than the MkIII due to its higher hull mass. However, the MkIV is capable of fitting a larger, class-4 [[Shield Generator|shield generator]], unlike the MkIII's class-3. This, combined with an improved hull, gives the MkIV superior protection. These improvements over the MkIII come with the drawbacks of slightly reduced manoeuvrability and speed. The MkIV also features a larger hull, which makes it a bigger target. Like the MkIII, it has poor [[heat]] dissipation. Prolonged usage of high-output modules easily pushes the ship's temperature over its cooling capacity. This makes it easy to take out with nimble ships like [[Eagle]] and [[Cobra MkIII|Cobra]] and has the disadvantage in a direct firefight against a Viper MkIII.
-The Viper MkIV's hard-point options are identical to its predecessor. It has two small [[hardpoints|hard-points]] located on either side of the cockpit and two medium hard-points located beneath it. However, unlike the Viper MkIII (which has underside-mounted class-2 medium hard-points on a horizontally flat plane), the class-2 medium hard-points of the MkIV are on a slightly angled part of the hull. Overall the Viper MIV is a trade of mobility for defences and can more appealing to commanders used to bulkier ships. Whether it is better or worse comes down to player preference and skill, however, it does have a much higher price-tag. The higher cargo capacity also makes it a more viable pirate to carry loot, however, it is worse at interdicting ships.
+The Viper MkIV's hardpoint options are identical to its predecessor. It has two small [[hardpoint]]s located on either side of the cockpit and two medium hardpoints located beneath it. However, unlike the Viper MkIII (which has underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints on a horizontally flat plane), the class-2 medium hardpoints of the MkIV are on a slightly angled part of the hull. Overall the Viper MIV is a trade of mobility for defences and can more appealing to commanders used to bulkier ships. Whether it is better or worse comes down to player preference and skill, however, it does have a much higher price. The higher cargo capacity also makes it a more viable pirate to carry loot, however, it is worse at interdicting ships.
 The Viper MIV can be useful in multi-role. With 50T of capacity it is a surprisingly effective trader for a fighter class and an average jump range lets the ship take on an explorer role. The issue is that its price puts it above the [[Cobra MkIII]] which is a far better multi-role ship and is also just as effective in combat. The Viper MkIV can be seen as a more combat focus alternative to the [[Cobra MkIII|Cobra]].
-The Viper MkIV's underside-mounted class-2 medium hard-points have a fairly narrow field of fire. Because they are placed further down the ship, gimballed and turreted weapons cannot aim very far above the centre crosshair without the front of the ship obstructing their line of fire. The two class-1 small hard-points, which are placed in front of the cockpit of the ship, do not suffer from this problem. The Viper MkIV has a delta-shaped hull which is significantly wider than the MkIII. The cockpit is situated just behind the bow, slightly raised. Compared to the MkIII, the MkIV's cockpit is less exposed. The MkIV lands on two small rear struts and one large front strut which doubles as a boarding ramp to the cockpit.
+The Viper MkIV's underside-mounted class-2 medium hardpoints have a fairly narrow field of fire. Because they are placed further down the ship, gimballed and turreted weapons cannot aim very far above the center crosshair without the front of the ship obstructing their line of fire. The two class-1 small hardpoints, which are placed in front of the cockpit of the ship, do not suffer from this problem. The Viper MkIV has a delta-shaped hull which is significantly wider than the MkIII. The cockpit is situated just behind the bow, slightly raised. Compared to the MkIII, the MkIV's cockpit is less exposed. The MkIV lands on two small rear struts and one large front strut which doubles as a boarding ramp to the cockpit.
 While the Viper MkIV has no Ship Kit, it seems to have several pieces of the Viper MKIII kit permanently attached.

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