Ship decision: Krait MkII or Python?

Dazza76

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So I'm slowly getting together the credits required for a medium sized allrounder. I've sort of narrowed it down to these two but would like people's thoughts on the relative merits and drawbacks of these two. Also open to other suggestions but I want a medium sized ship with decent offensive/defensive abilities and a fair sized cargo capacity.

Cheers
Daz
 

Northpin

Northpin
Indeed, Python is the best medium cargo hauler and the best medium passenger and the best medium miner
Krait Mk2 is second to those, but is better in combat due to the SLF hangar

So, overall Python wins hands down, but if you are more combat focused, a Krait Mk2 might serve you better
 

[PS4] Lorenzo Waringos

[PS4] Lorenzo Waringos
You're going to get a lot of personal preference here, but echoing the above comment, the Python will carry more, the Krait is more agile.

I adore the Python, it was my first big purchase and I still use it for everything except exploring, though I have used it for that too. The Krait has a better cockpit view IMO.

Having just read your comment above as I post this, I would suggest the Krait is better for bounty work and occasional other uses whereas the Python is better for other uses and occasional bounty work.

The beauty of these 2 ships is, you can swap all the modules around, they both have the same hard points, and the various slots are the same size, so if you buy one and don't like it, pull all the weapons and engineered modules out, buy the other ship and put them in that.

I personally feel it is a suck it and see job. All the advice you're going to get here is still only going to leave you with the decision. Best of luck :)
 

Hooplah

Hooplah
The Python properly engineered in many play styles (not combat as I play) makes the credits for every other ship in the game Even a trading Cutter has to compete. Put them both together and go make billions. No mining exploits required...
 

Darkman Returns

Darkman Returns
This one gets asked a lot, for good reason. Both good ships, but one will fit you like a glove; it's up to you to find out ;-)

Darkman Returns said:
I faced a similar quandary when I made the jump from my trusty Cobra Mk III. I thought the Krait was probably the better multipurpose ship, but the Python's extra cargo carrying capacity would allow me to make money lugging cargo faster. I was tempted by both, but could only afford one.

In the end I was leaning towards the Krait but wanted to give the Python a fair chance to change my mind before I started upgrading, so I bought one to try out the handling and experience the more enclosed cockpit. I took it out of the station, pulled back on the stick and waited... After the Cobra it felt like I was flying through treacle and the view from the cockpit was far too limiting for my tastes. I flew straight back in to the station and sold it, then headed off to buy the Krait. The differences in visibility and handling were much more than the stats would suggest. The 10% hit in credits (Li Yong-Rui system so less than it could have been) I swallowed to test out the Python was money well spent as I was sure about my decision and could throw all my energy and credits into upgrading the Krait.

I understand the appeal of the Python if you are going to be lugging canisters around the galaxy and generally not seeking out combat; it is a superior workhorse. For me at least the Krait is just more fun to fly and fight, more flexible in terms of it's role and a swift loadout change transforms it into anything I want. Don't underestimate the impact of the SLF either; a GELID F beam laser equipped fighter with an experienced pilot is a force-multiplier, particularly against NPCs, who seem mesmerised by the tiny little insect buzzing around them melting their shields. I just wish Frontier would listen to their player-base and let my crewmember sit in my cockpit; it's so tiresome having to get up and fetch my own coffee ;)
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Snowygerry

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In the Mk II you see no ship nose, because the cockpit hangs underneath the ship, view sideways and up is obscured a bit by 2 large protruding weapon bays.

Python has a more "traditional" cockpit view - albeit with the pilot seat offset from the center - but no visibility downwards iirc.
 

Bottom Hat

Bottom Hat
Much better cockpit view in the Krait, but I am still very fond of my python like many others here have said. Was my first proper big purchase ship. So I flit between the two normally, depending where I left them, and what amount of cargo I'm trying to haul!

You will find the right one for you OP, but you may want to try out both once you can afford to. If it makes your decision easier at this time, not many people complain about the python!
 

Rat Catcher

Rat Catcher
I'd suggest getting the Python first, it can pay for itself quite quickly. Then if it doesn't behave how you wish get the Krait II and swap modules to taste. The Python is a great ship - I personally have no love for it, apart from as a miner - and even if it gets replaced by a Krait would be a useful part of your fleet.
 

Ian Doncaster

Ian Doncaster
There's actually three options
- Python
- Krait II with SLF
- Krait II without SLF

My preference (for multirole work) is for the third - you don't lose much cargo capacity on the Python (and can still do most non-wing cargo missions in one trip), but you get the Krait's extra speed, agility and boosting.

Krait II with SLF gives up too much cargo space in my opinion, with the extra firepower (and cost) being unnecessary against supercruise pirates and mission assassins ... the Python I flew for years until the Krait was released but always found it a little too slow to turn in supercruise.

But as others have said they're all good ships (and you might find the Krait Phantom an improvement on both if you do a lot of long-range work), the parts are mostly interchangeable, and which one is best depends on your exact balance of activity.
 

Astaran

Astaran
When I faced the same question about two years ago, I went for the Python first, because I mostly ran cargo/trade missions anyway and that's where the Python really shines. That being said, two years later and I've spent most of my overall flight time in my exploration Krait Mk II and a couple of months got myself a second Krait for Anti-Thargoid combat.

Long story short: Both are amazing ships. No matter what you do, you cannot choose poorly. I'd say Python is the superior trading/mining vessel, Krait Mk II is the superior combat ship.
 

Dolurrh

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Northpin said:
Indeed, Python is the best medium cargo hauler and the best medium passenger and the best medium miner
Krait Mk2 is second to those, but is better in combat due to the SLF hangar

So, overall Python wins hands down, but if you are more combat focused, a Krait Mk2 might serve you better
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Agreed, the Krait2 is a wonderful combat vessel, but for multipurpose Python wins by a long shot.
Its like the Krait CAN do certain things, its far from ideal tho...
Take combat salvaging for instance. No way you can cram enough limpets and cargo into a Krait, without huring her combat capability.
Python on the other hand just does whatever, and she does it well. You pay with your fighter ofc, but at the end of the day thats just a couple DPS.
If your main focus is combat, totally get the Krait. If you wanna play out your Han Solo phantasies, get a Python.
 
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Kryxix

Kryxix
https://www.sagittarius-eye.com/downloads/archive/#issue20

Article on page 28.

Personally I have two of them:

  • Python for everything about missions. 240 t cargo capacity (the ability to haul 2x120t missions) SRV for surface, ADC + SCA to be comfortable and quick, a collector limpet for USS, and a strong shield with 4 boosters (1400). With Dirty thrusters its easy to reach 400+ speed to leave your enemies behind. Also with this configuration I can jump 38 ly unloaded, 26 full loaded. Cost 75M credit.
  • Krait with SLF for combat. No opponents in a HAZ Res, and you can solo 10-15 mins easily a Low CZ. Shields Bi-W 3000-3500 with resistances, fast recharge. Speed is 520 with only 0:02 boost time. Prefer MC Condor for SLF as its like an additional huge class multi-cannon (equal in damage). SCA+ADC of course, and a never-drain capacitor for power distributors. Jump range 23 ly. Cost: 283M credit

And of course a fully equipped Phantom with 71 ly jump range for exploration jobs, with everything onboard you need. Cost only 51M. (I sold out my AspX, as its obsolete.)
 
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