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The '''Diamondback Scout''' is a long range combat and reconnaissance [[ships|ship]] which was released in the [[Powerplay]] update.

The ~~weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 1 small hardpoint on each side of the cockpit, and 1 medium hardpoint~~ on ~~each side of the cockpit for a total of 2 medium and 2 small~~. ~~These hardpoints have their aim points arranged in~~ a straight horizontal line with little space between reticule dots making them very usable with fixed mounts. However their side mounting and close spacing also make good mounts for gimbaled and turreted weapons.

== Overview ==

The Diamondback scout is a cheap low level exploration vessel available quite early on. Its main purpose is to allow commanders to get into exploration at a tiny pirce.

~~This ship~~ has ~~animated engine pods that shift position~~ and ~~tilt when landing gear are deployed as well as~~ a ~~radiator panel on the top surface that opens when landing gear are deployed~~.

As an [[Explorer]] the Scout is very effective. At 30lYs without engineering the scout has a high range for its price tag. The downside is the the [[Hauler]] and [[Adder]] can both outdo it in this aspect. Another downside is the tiny amount of compartment space and small fuel tank which can cause various issues. Overall the Scout is a very good ship to get into exploration with.

~~The ship~~ has a ~~relatively low~~ heat ~~output~~, ~~great speed~~ and ~~manoeuvrability~~ and is a ~~popular choice~~ for ~~shieldless stealth builds~~.

In Combat the scout is adequate. It has very good mobility and a small body letting it dodge with ease. Good heat signature and a lot of utility mounts make it capable of running [[stealth]] builds and is very effective in the role. It has good damage with 2 Medium and 2 Small hardpoints which is one of the best for its price tier letting it become a reasonably effective fighter. As a stealth build or high range fighter the Scout is perfect and makes a good bounty hunter; but its terrible compartment and cargo space make it a rather terrible Pirate.

Its uses in trading, mining and Passenger are somewhat poor. With 28t max size it does have higher capacity than the [[Adder]], but It doesn't compare the the [[Cobra MkIII]].

Overall the Diamondback Scout really is a good low tier exploration vessel and is equally good as a nimble fighter.

The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 1 small hardpoint on each side of the cockpit, and 1 medium hardpoint on each side of the cockpit for a total of 2 medium and 2 small. These hardpoints have their aim points arranged in a straight horizontal line with little space between reticule dots making them very usable with fixed mounts. However their side mounting and close spacing also make good mounts for gimbaled and turreted weapons.

[[Lakon]] would later release the [[Diamondback Explorer]], which dramatically increases the jump range and combat ability at a higher cost. Alongside it was the [[Asp Scout]], which was intended to be a competitor to the Diamondback ships, but failed due to its price and mediocre stats.

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== Trivia ==

* The Diamondback Scout length (39m) is similar to the Space Shuttle orbiter (37m) that was operated by [[NASA]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nDYYYqrhp4 Elite ship scale 3.0]</ref>

* Excluding the [[Cobra MkIV]], the [[Diamondback Scout]] is tied with the [[Type-7 Transporter]] for lowest amount of Livery options. This is particularly odd as the [[Diamondback Explorer]] has a far great amount despite being released much later.

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 The '''Diamondback Scout''' is a long range combat and reconnaissance [[ships|ship]] which was released in the [[Powerplay]] update.
-The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 1 small hardpoint on each side of the cockpit, and 1 medium hardpoint on each side of the cockpit for a total of 2 medium and 2 small. These hardpoints have their aim points arranged in a straight horizontal line with little space between reticule dots making them very usable with fixed mounts. However their side mounting and close spacing also make good mounts for gimbaled and turreted weapons.
+== Overview ==
+The Diamondback scout is a cheap low level exploration vessel available quite early on. Its main purpose is to allow commanders to get into exploration at a tiny pirce.
-This ship has animated engine pods that shift position and tilt when landing gear are deployed as well as a radiator panel on the top surface that opens when landing gear are deployed.
+As an [[Explorer]] the Scout is very effective. At 30lYs without engineering the scout has a high range for its price tag. The downside is the the [[Hauler]] and [[Adder]] can both outdo it in this aspect. Another downside is the tiny amount of compartment space and small fuel tank which can cause various issues. Overall the Scout is a very good ship to get into exploration with.
-The ship has a relatively low heat output, great speed and manoeuvrability and is a popular choice for shieldless stealth builds.
+In Combat the scout is adequate. It has very good mobility and a small body letting it dodge with ease. Good heat signature and a lot of utility mounts make it capable of running [[stealth]] builds and is very effective in the role. It has good damage with 2 Medium and 2 Small hardpoints which is one of the best for its price tier letting it become a reasonably effective fighter. As a stealth build or high range fighter the Scout is perfect and makes a good bounty hunter; but its terrible compartment and cargo space make it a rather terrible Pirate.
+Its uses in trading, mining and Passenger are somewhat poor. With 28t max size it does have higher capacity than the [[Adder]], but It doesn't compare the the [[Cobra MkIII]].
+Overall the Diamondback Scout really is a good low tier exploration vessel and is equally good as a nimble fighter.
+The weapon hardpoints are located as follows: 1 small hardpoint on each side of the cockpit, and 1 medium hardpoint on each side of the cockpit for a total of 2 medium and 2 small. These hardpoints have their aim points arranged in a straight horizontal line with little space between reticule dots making them very usable with fixed mounts. However their side mounting and close spacing also make good mounts for gimbaled and turreted weapons.
+[[Lakon]] would later release the [[Diamondback Explorer]], which dramatically increases the jump range and combat ability at a higher cost. Alongside it was the [[Asp Scout]], which was intended to be a competitor to the Diamondback ships, but failed due to its price and mediocre stats.
 == History ==
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 == Trivia ==
 * The Diamondback Scout length (39m) is similar to the Space Shuttle orbiter (37m) that was operated by [[NASA]].<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nDYYYqrhp4 Elite ship scale 3.0]</ref>
+* Excluding the [[Cobra MkIV]], the [[Diamondback Scout]] is tied with the [[Type-7 Transporter]] for lowest amount of Livery options. This is particularly odd as the [[Diamondback Explorer]] has a far great amount despite being released much later.
 == Videos ==

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