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Corsair
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Corsair | |
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Manufacturer | Drake Interplanetary (DRAK) |
Role | Exploration |
Size | Large |
Crew | 1 – 4 |
Cargo capacity | 72 SCU |
Production state |
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Loaner vehicle | Constellation Aquila, Buccaneer |
Pledge | |
Standalone | US$215 |
Original | US$215 |
Warbond | US$195 |
Original | US$195 |
Availability | Time-limited sales |
Specifications | |
Length | 55 m |
Beam | 56/27 m |
Height | 31/11 m |
The Drake Corsair is a multi-crew explorer that gives up defenses for a focus on versatility and defensive weaponry. With asymmetric, convertible wings and a large cargo hold, the Corsair adapts gracefully to unfamiliar atmosphere, combat situations, and hot landing zones. Up to four crew can be accommodated in the Corsair's functional quarters, and a full complement of scanning suites along with a pair of quantum fuel tanks provide the means and method of exploring distant, dangerous stars.[1]
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Brochure Description
Do you hear the songs of far-off galaxies, calling through the steely silence of space, pulling you ever-forward to systems uncharted and frontiers untamed? Do you seek to embody the very spirit of adventure – the bold, indomitable will of Humankind, dauntless in its relentless pursuit of fortune, expansion, and knowledge? If you do, the Corsair is your ship.
Specifications
Avionics | |
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1x
S2
M Radar
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S2
M Computer
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S1
S Computer
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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Systems | |
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2x
S2
M Powerplant
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S2
M Cooler
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S2
M Shield Generator
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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Propulsion | |
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2x
S2
M Fuel Intake
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S2
M Fuel Tank
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S2
M Quantum Drive
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S2
M Jump Module
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S2
M Quantum Fuel Tank
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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Thrusters | |
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2x
S1
Main Thruster
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S1
Retro Thruster
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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12x
S1
Fixed Maneuvering Thruster
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S1
Fixed Maneuvering Thruster
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S1
Fixed Maneuvering Thruster
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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Weaponry | |
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4x
S5
S4 Gimbal Weapon
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S4
S3 Gimbal Weapon
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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2x
S2
Manned Turret
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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1x
S2
Remote Turret
N/A - Unknown manufacturer
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4x
S4
Empty hardpoint
(tbc) - Unknown manufacturer
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Features
- Weaponry: It boasts six fixed guns and three turrets along with two missile racks for an impressive array of firepower in an exploration vessel, enough to make even the hardiest pirate think twice.[2]
- On-Board Facilities: Top-flight crew quarters and a full complement of state-of-the-art scanning suites combine to provide a powerful exploration platform
- Rear Ramp/Cargo/Vehicle Storage: With enough room for either a ground exploration vehicle or a bounty of cargo, the Corsair's hold is vast and versatile
Development
The Corsair was first introduced in 2017-12-01 in the vote "YOU Pick the Next Drake Ship". It came last in the vote to be the next Drake ship by backers with 19% of 37696 voters.[3]
During the 2950 Drake Defensecon, the ship was on display at the Riker Memorial Spaceport in Area18. It was represented by a downscaled holographic display of the model.[4]
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See also
References
- ↑ Corsair Brochure
- ↑ Drake Corsair - Sail the Stars Comm-Link
- ↑ YOU Pick the Next Drake Ship (Original RSI URL)
- ↑ Alpha 3.9.1 in-game survey during Drake Defensecon