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{{ShipInfobox|manufacturer = Lakon Spaceways|dimensions = 49.7L - 40.3W - 14.9H|medium = 2|small = 2|image = Keelback1.png|topspeed = 202|boostspeed = 303|manoeuvrability = 2|shields = 99|armour = 486|hullmass = 180|cargocapacity = 38|fuelcapacity = 16|jumprange = 10.94|landingpad = Medium|utility = 3|size2 = 2|size3 =1 |size5 = 2|maxjumprange = 27.19|maxtopspeed = 231|maxboostspeed = 344|cost = 3126150|type = Combat Freighter|masslock = 8|size4 = 1}}{{Quote|This is Lakon Spaceways new combat-trader class vessel, designed for hostile-environment deliveries and light support duties. It's based on the Type 6 frame but with extra weapon hardpoints. It has a reduced cargo capacity to support a higher class of powerplant, and can even | {{ShipInfobox|manufacturer = Lakon Spaceways|dimensions = 49.7L - 40.3W - 14.9H|medium = 2|small = 2|image = Keelback1.png|topspeed = 202|boostspeed = 303|manoeuvrability = 2|shields = 99|armour = 486|hullmass = 180|cargocapacity = 38|fuelcapacity = 16|jumprange = 10.94|landingpad = Medium|utility = 3|size2 = 2|size3 =1 |size5 = 2|maxjumprange = 27.19|maxtopspeed = 231|maxboostspeed = 344|cost = 3126150|type = Combat Freighter|masslock = 8|size4 = 1}}{{Quote|This is Lakon Spaceways new combat-trader class vessel, designed for hostile-environment deliveries and light support duties. It's based on the Type 6 frame but with extra weapon hardpoints. It has a reduced cargo capacity to support a higher class of powerplant, and can even acommodate a fighter bay. Its durability is improved by better defence capabilities for armour and shields. Its similar silhouette to the Type 6 makes it a suitable vessel for commerce raiding or convoy support.|In-game description}}The '''Keelback''' is a freighter ship with enhanced combat capabilities based on a Type-6 Transporter chassis. It debuted in the 1.5 "Ships" update on December 2015. It was first mentioned in a list from the ''Answers from the Devs'' where it said it is an upcoming ship.<ref>[https://forums.frontier.co.uk/showthread.php?t=191898&page=3&p=2952777#post2952777 Answers from the Devs 15/10/15]</ref> | ||
As this had never been heard of, people speculated that it was an alternative name to the [[Panther Clipper]]. However, on a stream David Braben revealed that it is a ship similar to the Lakon [[Type-6 Transporter]], but with better weapon hardpoints.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdP1DmRYco8&t=32m22s Elite Dangerous - On the Horizon Episode 4 - Q&A with David Braben 6PM GMT - 04/11/2015 ]</ref> It also has a better power plant at the cost of fewer internal compartments. | As this had never been heard of, people speculated that it was an alternative name to the [[Panther Clipper]]. However, on a stream David Braben revealed that it is a ship similar to the Lakon [[Type-6 Transporter]], but with better weapon hardpoints.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdP1DmRYco8&t=32m22s Elite Dangerous - On the Horizon Episode 4 - Q&A with David Braben 6PM GMT - 04/11/2015 ]</ref> It also has a better power plant at the cost of fewer internal compartments. | ||
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The ship has firepower similar to most of small combat ships, boasting two small and two medium hardpoints. Two medium hardpoints are located on top of the ship, very close to the cockpit, and two small hardpoints are located on the bottom of the ship a bit further back than the medium hardpoints. One of three utility mounts is located on the nose of the ship directly above the frontal landing gear piece, and two more on top and at the back. | The ship has firepower similar to most of small combat ships, boasting two small and two medium hardpoints. Two medium hardpoints are located on top of the ship, very close to the cockpit, and two small hardpoints are located on the bottom of the ship a bit further back than the medium hardpoints. One of three utility mounts is located on the nose of the ship directly above the frontal landing gear piece, and two more on top and at the back. | ||
This ship is capable of mounting a [ | This ship is capable of mounting a [[Fighter_Hangar|fighter hangar]]. | ||
It also has rotating engine pods on each side that seem to help with | It also has rotating engine pods on each side that seem to help with manoeuvering. | ||
==Purchase Locations== | ==Purchase Locations== | ||
Revision as of 17:12, 13 January 2017
Template:QuoteThe Keelback is a freighter ship with enhanced combat capabilities based on a Type-6 Transporter chassis. It debuted in the 1.5 "Ships" update on December 2015. It was first mentioned in a list from the Answers from the Devs where it said it is an upcoming ship.[1]
As this had never been heard of, people speculated that it was an alternative name to the Panther Clipper. However, on a stream David Braben revealed that it is a ship similar to the Lakon Type-6 Transporter, but with better weapon hardpoints.[2] It also has a better power plant at the cost of fewer internal compartments.
The ship has firepower similar to most of small combat ships, boasting two small and two medium hardpoints. Two medium hardpoints are located on top of the ship, very close to the cockpit, and two small hardpoints are located on the bottom of the ship a bit further back than the medium hardpoints. One of three utility mounts is located on the nose of the ship directly above the frontal landing gear piece, and two more on top and at the back.
This ship is capable of mounting a fighter hangar.
It also has rotating engine pods on each side that seem to help with manoeuvering.
Purchase Locations
It can usually be purchased at Large population (5m +) and greater systems.
| System | Station | Date Seen | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamunda | Gidzenko Ring | 15/12/2015 | |
| Tacahuti | Jones Terminal | 15/12/2015 | |
| Karid | Araki Port | 15/12/2015 | |
| Liburodo | Landsteiner Mines | 16/12/2015 | |
| Cubeo | Medupe City | 16/12/2015 | |
| Ross 129 | Yang Hub | 12/01/2016 | |
| Itza | Ore Terminal | 17/11/2016 | 15% discount |
| Harma | Gabriel Enterprise | 16/12/2015 | |
| Kakas | Kube-McDowell Enterprise | 17/12/2015 | |
| Phra Mool | Darlton Orbital | 17/12/2015 | |
| Eravate | Cleve Hub | 17/12/2015 | |
| Korovii System | Moore Gateway | 17/12/2015 | |
| LP 128-9 | Fisher Port | 18/2/2014 | |
| HIP 16607 | Thome Gateway | 19/12/2015 | |
| Minarii | Ferguson Horizons | 19/12/2015 | |
| LP 336-4 | Bolotov City | 21/12/2015 | |
| Byel Taca | Melroy Horizons | 22/12/2015 | |
| Wababa | Roelofs Station | 23/12/2015 | |
| 61 Virginis | Furukawa Port | 24/12/2015 | |
| Jen Elabog | Sarich Port | 24/12/2015 | |
| Iota Persei | Walker City | 25/12/2015 | |
| Kremainn | Wohler Terminal | 26/12/2015 | |
| Cemiess | Shoemaker City | 30/12/2015 | |
| CPD-28 332 | Hopkins Station | 30/12/2015 | |
| Tarutaalli | Mayer City | 8/01/2016 | |
| Kurichchan | Levinson Gateway | 16/01/2016 | |
| 109 Piscium | Ising Dock | 16/01/2016 | 15% discount |
| Neche | Descartes Station | 28/01/2016 | |
| Freng | Bear City | 03/04/2016 | |
| 34 Pegasi | Henderson Dock | 04/23/2016 |
Gallery
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Frontal view
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Rear of the ship
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Top of the ship
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Bottom of the ship, note the enormous fighter bay
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Thrusters have certainly been revamped compared to the T6...
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...unlike the cockpit
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An image of a Wild Keelback In its Natural Habitat.
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Lakon Keelback Blueprint
