Next long range multipurpose ship

[ahiredgun]

It has come to my attention that I need a new ship. Something with decent jump range and medium size but must be able to carry 60+ t of cargo with a decent shield and a decent fuel scoop.
Some ships come to mind but each has weaknesses.
Python horrible jump range too much extra internals big and unwieldy in combat.
Asp insane jump range but next to no cargo with best shields and scoop.
Anaconda big slow and no medium pad but has everything else.
Dbx little cargo and horrible handling.
So the question is should I outfit a lightweight python or a poorly shielded asp. This will be for community goals ,long range missions, bounty hunting and rare trade escort.

 

[Laste]

I've made close to a billion, using a cobra, asp, and python. The asp right now has 64 tons of cargo and a ton of fuel tanks on board. I'll fit it out for exploration soon i think.
The python is a straight up battle tank with extra shield boosters, and hull reinforcements.

You can use a lot and refit it as you need. The modules are interchangable.

 

[Engadine]

So the question is should I outfit a lightweight python or a poorly shielded asp. This will be for community goals ,long range missions, bounty hunting and rare trade escort.

Based on your function requirements I'd strongly recommend the Python. It'll give you better options regarding load out configurations in the long run.

 

[CAPT. Ho Chi Minge]

Based on your function requirements I'd strongly recommend the Python. It'll give you better options regarding load out configurations in the long run.

Sounds like youd be better to go for the python , a weak shielded ASP is a great smuggler/long range mission runner and explorer but pants in combat if more than 1 ship engages you. The python doesng have the jump range but its a sweet all rounder for the types of jobs your looking for.

If its really a long range runner you require though then the ASP is your baby , just watch the shields in a dogfight though youd be better to keep her light and just run from trouble... my ASP smuggler can boost to 395 and jump over 25ly fully laden with 96t cargo (30+ if unladen) but i wouldnt dream of taking her into a fight as the shields are only there for accidental docking mishaps lol.

 

[biohazard15]

You may try Cobra Mk IV, if you have access to it.
http://coriolis.io/outfit/cobra_mk_...1818180404030345032t020101.Iw18SQ==.IwBj4yNYg===
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64 tons, good jump range, decent fuel scoop, good weapons and shields for its class, can land on small pads. Good for rares CGs and general rares trading.
The downsides are bad speed and mediocre maneuverability.

 

[sewerratuk]

I would recommend that you buy a couple of ships fit for purpose instead of making do with an average for all