Rhino

Break new ground with a surface mining rig built to unearth new riches, with Vodel’s Rhino SRV. Built for commanders who prefer extraction over exploration, this heavy-duty surface recon vehicle combines rugged performance with impressive mobility. Equipped with a planetary mineral scanner, deployable mining rigs and multi-crew capability for up to three occupants, the Rhino transforms planetary surfaces into financial opportunities for the budding pioneer. With exceptional suspension and handling, capable of traversing difficult terrain, the Rhino is ready to uncover mineral riches wherever you go.

— In-Game Description

The Rhino is a large mining SRV produced by Vodel. The heavy-duty, three-person vehicle does planetary surface-mining with autonomous rigs. Early access for ARX began on 2 September 2026.

Overview

This heavy-duty SRV has a Planetary Mineral Scanner to find resources. It can deploy up to 6 autonomous mining rigs to extract resources. It can hold up to 24 tons of cargo which can be transferred to the parent ship. It can transport up to three commanders. The built in wheel thrusters enable it to jump over obstacles. On the roof is a twin defense repeater/plasma turret.

Only large ships equipped with a Mk II Large Planetary Vehicle Hangar can carry the Rhino. These are available via outfitting.

Compatible ships

The Rhino requires a medium or large ship with a large planetary vehicle hanger.

• Alliance Crusader (Class 5-6)
• Anaconda (Class 5-7)
• Beluga Liner (Class 5-6)
• Caspian Explorer (Class 5-7)
• Federal Corvette (Class 5-7)
• Federal Gunship (Class 5-6)
• Imperial Cutter (Class 5-7)
• Keelback (Class 5)
• Krait Mk II (Class 5-6)
• Panther Clipper Mk II (Class 5-7)
• Type-9 Heavy (Class 5-7)
• Type-10 Defender (Class 5-7)
• Type-11 Prospector (Class 5-6)  

Notes

• The Rhino was first datamined in the game files of the ED: Odyssey alpha.

Videos

• File:Elite Dangerous - Rhino Release Trailer
• File:First Impressions - Rhino & Surface Mining Preview - Elite Dangerous
• File:FIRST LOOK- The Rhino Review & Surface Mining Guide - Elite Dangerous
• File:Elite Dangerous - Rhino- comparison to Scarab, Scorpion, Nomad. Durability-high-G check. How to mine

Gallery

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  Rhino SRV concept
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  Rhino SRV Concept 2
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  Rhino SRV Concept 3
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  Rhino SRV Concept 4
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  Rhino and Type-11 Prospector
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  Rhino SRV action
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  Rhino SRV Key Art