Cobra Mk V

The latest model of an iconic ship design. Faulcon deLacy presents the Cobra Mk V as an improvement upon prior iterations in almost every way. A multi-purpose vessel, the Mk V offers impressive exploration, trade and combat role performance for its size and price point. Enhanced compatibility with overcharged Frame Shift Drives introduces the Cobra series to the latest era of aerospace technology.

— In-Game Description

The Cobra Mk V is a small multirole ship produced by Faulcon Delacy. Early access for ARX began on 12 Dec 2024.^[1]^[2]^[3]

Overview

It has improved performance and stats compared to previous iterations of the Cobra.^[4] It has a new redesigned cockpit. The pilot's seat is in the center, with two multicrew seats on either side. The large cockpit windows offer great visibility.^[4] The floor is wide and transparent.^[5]

Purchase Locations

System	Station	Date	Notes
Shinrarta Dezhra	Jameson Memorial	Always available	10% discount, Founders Permit needed

Outfitting

Main article: Outfitting

All ships are highly customizable through the Outfitting menu of Station Services. Listed below is the default load-out for the Cobra Mk III.

Category	Default System	Default Rating	Default Class	Max Class
Small Hardpoint	?	?	?	1
Small Hardpoint	?	?	?	1
Medium Hardpoint	?	?	?	2
	?	?	?	2
	?	?	?	2
Utility Mount	?	?	?	0
	?	?	?	0
	?	?	?	0
	?	?	?	0
Bulkheads	Lightweight Alloys	I	1	8
Reactor Bay	Power Plant	?	?	4
Thrusters Mounting	Thrusters	?	?	4
Frame Shift Drive Housing	Frame Shift Drive (SCO)	?	4	4
Environment Control	Life Support	?	3	3
Power Coupling	Power Distributor	?	?	4
Sensor Suite	Sensors	?	3	3
Fuel Store	Fuel Tank [x16]	C	4	4
Internal Compartments	?	?	?	5
	?	?	?	4
	?	?	?	4
	?	?	?	4
	?	?	?	3
	?	?	?	3
	?	?	?	3
	?	?	?	2
	?	?	?	1
	(PAS)	I	1	1

(L) = Loaned Module
[x#] = Capacity
(PAS) = Reserved solely for the Planetary Approach Suite or Advanced Planetary Approach Suite

Development

The Cobra Mk V was unveiled during Frontier Unlocked in October 2024.^[5] Fdev gave more details and in-game footage during Frontier Unlocked in November 2024.^[1]^[2] Early access for ARX started on 12 Dec 2024.^[2]^[3]