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Rover Transport + M3 Mining Drone - V2

This is a simple rover with a mining drone used for early to mid-game mining runs on planets. Mainly built for scenarios relying on solar power instead of uranium like the "Survival, Maybe..." scenario.

Update: 2018-08-03

* Added some more decorative armor blocks for an improved and sturdier look.
* Drone now have a projector for easier repairs and two Gatling guns have been added for defense.

=== Important ===
Connecting or Disconnecting the drone (currently) causes you to lose connection to it if you are controlling it. I made a timer block to make it easier to dock and undock the drone.
Sometimes docking the rover to a base can cause the drone to disconnect from the rover. adding and using the "RT Timer - Dock" timer block to the hotbar instead of the connector will help assist with that issue.
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About the Rover:
It's an 8-wheeler with 6 large cargo containers and a medium container for spare parts in case of needing repairs.
Some pistons can raise the rover for easier access to perform repairs and maintenance.
Booster rockets can be turned on/off to help it traverse steep hills or assist with slowing down.
3 batteries keep it powered and provide extra recharge for the mining drone when docked.
When empty it can be a bit light and top-heavy so be careful in the turns. When full it's much more stable.


About the Drone:
The drone have 4 mining drills and a large cargo container and can lift roughly 100,000 Kg max (80 to 90k is recommended).
4 batteries power it up and last about 20 to 30 minutes of active use. Plenty of time to fill the rover with ore.
A central camera gives a good view when working underground and a top mounted camera helps when digging trenches on the surface, like when digging through ice. A rear camera is mounted for docking.
A projector have been mounted to help with repairs in case it gets damaged.