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|boostspeed = 380|manoeuvrability = 7|shields = 230|armour = 144|hullmass = 35|fuelcapacity = 8|size1 = 1|size2 = 3|size3 = 2|maxtopspeed = 325|type = Light Multipurpose|landingpad = Small|maxcargocapacity = 28|maxjumprange = 28.46|maxboostspeed = 441}}{{Quote|The Imperial Courier is the quintessential Imperial ship. It epitomises elegance of form while packing a good punch. Officially the class is used to provide transport for officials that don't warrant the use of a Cutter or Interdictor. However its flexibility means that it fills many roles within the Imperial Navy and prominent citizens.|In-game description}} | |boostspeed = 380|manoeuvrability = 7|shields = 230|armour = 144|hullmass = 35|fuelcapacity = 8|size1 = 1|size2 = 3|size3 = 2|maxtopspeed = 325|type = Light Multipurpose|landingpad = Small|maxcargocapacity = 28|maxjumprange = 28.46|maxboostspeed = 441}}{{Quote|The Imperial Courier is the quintessential Imperial ship. It epitomises elegance of form while packing a good punch. Officially the class is used to provide transport for officials that don't warrant the use of a Cutter or Interdictor. However its flexibility means that it fills many roles within the Imperial Navy and prominent citizens.|In-game description}} | ||
The '''Imperial Courier''' is a fast multipurpose ship just barely larger than the Sidewinder | The '''Imperial Courier''' is a fast multipurpose ship just barely larger than the Sidewinder. It is the third-lightest-hulled playable ship (after the Sidewinder and Hauler) thus far but its upgrades are heavier. | ||
The Imperial Courier is armed, [[shield]]ed and armoured well beyond what would be expected for its size | The Imperial Courier is armed, [[shield]]ed and armoured well beyond what would be expected for its size, acting like a medium-heavy fighter in combat. In terms of agility it ranks somewhere between the much more powerful [[Fer-de-Lance]] and the longer-ranged [[Diamondback Explorer]], falling well short of the [[Vulture]] or [[Eagle]]. | ||
The weapon hardpoints are located in the following places: 1 medium hardpoint at the front of each engine pylon, and 1 medium hardpoint underneath the nose. | The weapon hardpoints are located in the following places: 1 medium hardpoint at the front of each engine pylon, and 1 medium hardpoint underneath the nose. | ||
Revision as of 19:45, 28 July 2015
Template:Quote The Imperial Courier is a fast multipurpose ship just barely larger than the Sidewinder. It is the third-lightest-hulled playable ship (after the Sidewinder and Hauler) thus far but its upgrades are heavier.
The Imperial Courier is armed, shielded and armoured well beyond what would be expected for its size, acting like a medium-heavy fighter in combat. In terms of agility it ranks somewhere between the much more powerful Fer-de-Lance and the longer-ranged Diamondback Explorer, falling well short of the Vulture or Eagle.
The weapon hardpoints are located in the following places: 1 medium hardpoint at the front of each engine pylon, and 1 medium hardpoint underneath the nose.
Purchase Locations
| System | Station | Date Seen |
|---|---|---|
| Summerland | Henry O'hare's Hanger | June 6, 2015 |
| Kokobii | Bauman Station | July 20, 2015 |
| Nehet | Xuesen Orbital | June 6, 2015 |
| Har Pahary | Leonard Station | June 2, 2015 |
| Tagoman | Brorsen Port | June 5, 2015 |
| Murato | Tietjen Ring | June 6, 2015 |
| Beta-1 Tucanae | Adams Orbital | June 6, 2015 |
| Dongzi | Penrose Ring | June 5, 2015 |
| Kuwemargl | Baillaud Ring | June 6, 2015 |
| Bielonti | Ahmed Dock | June 8, 2015 |
| MIPHIFA | HAPPIS | June 9, 2015 |
| Pandemonium | Hirayama Port | June 9, 2015 |
| Yen K'uie | Siddha Gateway | June 9, 2015 |
| Synteini | Both Major Stations | June 9, 2015 |
| Chona | Smoot Station | June 19, 2015 |
| Njiri | Helin Dock | June 21, 2015 |
| Miphifa | Happis | June 23, 2015 |
| Buricasses | Walotsky Gateway | June 23, 2015 |
| Kuparilda | O'Neill Port | July 1, 2015 |
| Chona | Smoot Station | July 1, 2015 |
| Regir | Grushin Dock | July 3, 2015 |
| Hip 20277 | Fabian City | July 6, 2015 |
| Orang | Dilworth City | July 10, 2015 |
| Facece | Peters Base | 07.13.2015 |
Outfitting
| Category |
Default System |
Default Rating |
Default Class |
Max Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medium Hardpoint | Pulse Laser | F | 1 | 2 |
| Pulse Laser | F | 1 | 2 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 2 | |
| Utility Mount | Empty | -- | -- | 0 |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Empty | -- | -- | 0 | |
| Bulkheads | LightweightAlloys | I | 1 | 8 |
| Reactor Bay | Power Plant | E | 4 | 4 |
| Thrusters Mounting | Thrusters | E | 3 | 3 |
|
Frame Shift Drive Housing |
Frame ShiftDrive | E | 3 | 3 |
| Environment Control | Life Support | E | 1 | 1 |
| Power Coupling | PowerDistributor | E | 3 | 3 |
| Sensor Suite | Sensors | E | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel Store |
[x8] |
C | 3 | 3 |
| InternalCompartments |
[x4] |
E | 2 | 3 |
|
[x4] |
E | 2 | 3 | |
| ShieldGenerator | E | 2 | 2 | |
|
[x2] |
E | 1 | 2 | |
|
[x2] |
E | 1 | 2 | |
| BDS | E | 1 | 1 |
Gallery
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Sneak peek concept art of cockpit from Newsletter #65
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Possible Empire Courier Sketches
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Sneak peek from Newsletter #67
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Sneak peek cockpit view from Newsletter #71
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Sneak peek cockpit view from Newsletter #71
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Ship model concept art
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Imperial Courier deployed hardpoints.
See also
- The Imperial Courier from previous Elite games on Alioth Wiki