Viper Mk 4 Exploration Build

Satsuma

Satsuma
It's a little hypocritical of me to say this, because I have armed exploration ships, but I'd personally drop the guns entirely if I were you. Ditto the extra fuel tank. The Viper Mk IV can manage 6 jumps on the stock fuel tank, which is plenty, and dropping it allows you to fit an AFMU. I've kept to your 4.7 million credit limit, but if you can afford it it's always better to have a better AFMU - you get more repair out of it.

Here's the Viper Mk IV revamped

Another option for a similar cost would be a Cobra Mk III. It's basically identical to the Viper (save the weapons hardpoints, which you won't be using), with a little more jump range from it. Here's a loadout based on one I've taken on a 20,000 light year trip. Again, if you have the money, fit a better AFMU.
 

Gerdofal

Gerdofal
Thanks, both of you. I was questioning the weapon load actually. My original design kept it because it didn't impact range too much. But I see what you're saying.

I I hope to get this outfitted in the next few days then do some actual testing rather than just looking at online web stats.
 

Roqinn

Roqinn
Not much need for a weapon when there are no enemies out here in the black. You only have to worry about them when you get back into the bubble.
 

Gerdofal

Gerdofal
I'm just being cautious. Besides, after a long day it's fun to take potshots at unsuspecting asteroids. ;)

Roqinn said:
Not much need for a weapon when there are no enemies out here in the black. You only have to worry about them when you get back into the bubble.
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