Diamondback Scout
The Diamondback Scout is a combat explorer ship and a confirmed vessel in the Powerplay update.[1]
The Diamondback Scout is Lakon Spaceway's specialist combat explorer vessel. Unlike its bigger brother Asp, the Diamondback isn't suited as an all rounder vessel. It is popular with elite recon and pathfinder units with navies throughout human space. Its relatively low cost also makes it a popular choice with independent pilots who appreciate its combat and exploration potential.
— In-game description
History
The Diamondback Scout is Lakon Spaceways’ attempt to repeat the success of the Asp range at a medium price point. The result was a combat capable ship with good jump capability and was pitched as a light long range reconnaissance ship. After the ship’s maiden flight it was criticized for not having the same versatility as the Asp, but it has seen modest success in the long range reconnaissance, long range interceptor and fast picket ship roles for organisations not able or willing to invest in the heavy price tag of the Asp.[2]
— In-game history
Purchase Locations
| System | Station | Date Seen |
|---|---|---|
| Wolf 406 | Hamilton Gateway (15% discount) | June 5, 2015 |
| LTT 7488 | Rubin Vision | June 5, 2015 |
| Leesti | George Lucas | June 5, 2015 |
| Ngaledi | Smith Enterprises | June 5, 2015 |
| LHS 262 | Boodt Port | June 6, 2015 |
| Beta-1 Tucanae | Adams Orbital | June 6, 2015 |
| Momus Reach | Tartarus Point | June 6, 2015 |
| Xihe | Zhen Dock | June 6, 2015 |
| Njikan | Smeaton Port | June 6, 2015 |
| LHS 2651 | Kennan Dock | June 8, 2015 |
| Kured | Kuchner Vision | June 7, 2015 |
| Cerno | Kanwar Enterprise | June 7, 2015 |
| Alano | Leestman Port | June 8, 2015 |
| Amphisatsu | Goldberg Orbital | June 8, 2015 |
| Chona | Smoot Station | June 8, 2015 |
| Diaguandri | Ray Gateway | June 9, 2015 |
| Xi Ursae Majoris | Durrance Dock | June 9, 2015 |
| Setana | Henson Horizons | June 10, 2015 |
| H Draconis | Brislington | June 10, 2015 |
| 44 B Ophiuchi | Feustel Gateway (~10% discount) | June 12, 2015 |
Gallery
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Backside of the Diamondback Scout
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Docked Diamondback Scout
