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==Outfitting== | ==Outfitting== | ||
{{main|Outfitting}} | {{main|Outfitting}}All ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Kestrel Mk II. | ||
{| class="article-table" style="text-align: center;" border="1" | |||
! style="text-align: center;" |Category | |||
! style="text-align: center;" |Default System | |||
! style="text-align: center;" |Default Rating | |||
! style="text-align: center;" |Default Class | |||
! style="text-align: center;" |Max Class | |||
|- | |||
| rowspan="2" |[[Hardpoint|Small Hardpoint]] | |||
|[[Pulse Laser]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Pulse Laser]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
| rowspan="3" |[[Hardpoint|Medium Hardpoint]] | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
| rowspan="4" |Utility Mount | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Bulkheads]] | |||
|[[Lightweight Alloys]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Reactor Bay | |||
|[[Power Plant]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Thrusters Mounting | |||
|[[Thrusters]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Frame Shift Drive Housing | |||
|[[Frame Shift Drive (SCO)]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Environment Control | |||
|[[Life Support]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Power Coupling | |||
|[[Power Distributor]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Sensor Suite | |||
|[[Sensors]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|Fuel Store | |||
|[[Fuel Tank]] [x16] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
| rowspan="11" |[[Internal Compartment|Internal Compartments]] | |||
|[[Shield Generator]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Cargo Rack]] [x8] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Cargo Rack]] [x4] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|''Empty'' | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Advanced Docking Computer]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|[[Supercruise Assist]] | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|- | |||
|(PAS) | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
| -- | |||
|} | |||
* ''(L) = Loaned Module'' | |||
* ''[x#] = Capacity'' | |||
* ''(PAS) = Reserved solely for the [[Planetary Approach Suite]] or [[Advanced Planetary Approach Suite]]'' | |||
== Development == | == Development == | ||
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The Kestrel is a purpose-built combat fighter engineered for speed, agility and lethal efficiency. Its compact frame and high-thrust maneuverability make it exceptionally effective in close-combat, interception, and rapid strike operations. The ship's sharper handling and turn of speed is also complemented with its ability to handle supercharged FSDs. In the hands of a skilled fighter pilot the Kestrel will prove itself to be unmatched.
— In-Game Description
The Kestrel Mk II is a small combat ship produced by Core Dynamics. Early access purchase with ARX began on 24 February 2026.[1][2] It becomes purchasable with credits for all Odyssey owners after 3 months.[1]
Overview
The Kestrel Mk II is a reimagining of the original Kestrel Airfighter of Frontier: Elite II. The Kestrel was derived from an atmospheric fighter and featured high marks for acceleration. It was often used as a fast courier or, in large numbers, a planetary attack craft.
The cockpit has 1 pilot seat and is similar to the Eagle. The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: two class 1 hardpoints in front of the cockpit, one class 3 hardpoint above and behind the cockpit and two side-mounted class 3 hardpoints under the lower wings.
Purchase Locations
| System | Station | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shinrarta Dezhra | Jameson Memorial | Always available | 10% discount, Founders Permit needed |
Outfitting
- Main article: OutfittingAll ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Kestrel Mk II.
| Category | Default System | Default Rating | Default Class | Max Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small Hardpoint | Pulse Laser | -- | -- | -- |
| Pulse Laser | -- | -- | -- | |
| Medium Hardpoint | Empty | -- | -- | -- |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Utility Mount | Empty | -- | -- | -- |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Bulkheads | Lightweight Alloys | -- | -- | -- |
| Reactor Bay | Power Plant | -- | -- | -- |
| Thrusters Mounting | Thrusters | -- | -- | -- |
| Frame Shift Drive Housing | Frame Shift Drive (SCO) | -- | -- | -- |
| Environment Control | Life Support | -- | -- | -- |
| Power Coupling | Power Distributor | -- | -- | -- |
| Sensor Suite | Sensors | -- | -- | -- |
| Fuel Store | Fuel Tank [x16] | -- | -- | -- |
| Internal Compartments | Shield Generator | -- | -- | -- |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Cargo Rack [x8] | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Cargo Rack [x4] | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Empty | -- | -- | -- | |
| Advanced Docking Computer | -- | -- | -- | |
| Supercruise Assist | -- | -- | -- | |
| (PAS) | -- | -- | -- |
- (L) = Loaned Module
- [x#] = Capacity
- (PAS) = Reserved solely for the Planetary Approach Suite or Advanced Planetary Approach Suite
Development
The Kestrel Mk II was unveiled during the Developer Log on 16 February 2026.[1]
Videos
Gallery
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Kestrel Mk II at a Gas Giant -
Kestrel Mk II with weapons -
Kestrel Mk II Features
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Elite Dangerous | Developer Log - 16 February 2026 - YouTube
- ↑ Elite Dangerous | Kestrel Mk II Update Out Now! - 24 Feb 2026 - Frontier Forums
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