Manadaly Specs

Core Internal: All Size 5 (except size 4 LS)

Utilities: 4 (2 top 2 bottom)

Hardpoints: 4M 2S

Optionals: 6, 5, 4, 4, 3, 3, 2, 1, 1, 1 

 

Min-Max Jump: 84.11 LY Laden / 91.41 LY Unladen

Exploration Jump: 76.32 LY Laden / 80.36 LY Unladen 

Dry Hull Mass: 230t 

Can Jump While Scooping: Yes 

Max Speed: 591 m/s

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September 25, 3310

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New details released about Zorgon Peterson's new Mandalay, the hottest new exploration ship on the market. Before we dive in, here are the specs we know so far:

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Core Internals: All size 5 except for the Life Support, which is size 4

Optional Internals: 6, 5, 4, 4, 3, 3, 2, 1, 1, 1

Hardpoints: 4M, 2S

Utilities: To be announced

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The Mandalay releases October 22, 3310, alongside PowerPlay 2.0 and Elite Dangerous: Ascendancy. It's primarily an exploration ship, and fits on a medium pad. Per FDev, "When maximizing jump range, it will beat the Anaconda AND it will be a nimble ship to fly." How nimble? It'll be as nimble as the Diamondback Explorer, if not more so.

 

 The Mandalay features a Mamba-esque cockpit with a downward facing "glass floor", perfect for looking out for exobiology samples. It has a reworked SCO with lower speed, but much better fuel economy--perfect for getting out to that distant planet to scan without needing to call the Fuel Rats!

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Based on the jump range, we're expecting a dry hull mass somewhere around 230 tons, but that is yet to be determined. With four medium and two small hardpoints it may be a viable combat ship; however, the speed and agility makes evasion a better option. The Mandalay will have space for up to 3 SRVs, but will not be equipped with a fighter bay. It's a dual seater, so taking your best friend exploring is an option!