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IMDC V-57a Condor

Update February 8, 2022: Redesigned bridge. Pics aren't current yet, but you'll like it.

Based on the IMDC V-56a by JD Horx: https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1226692506
Pertam certified, able to lift an M-72 Rhino to orbit with almost no hydrogen drain in 1x Survival.

The next-generation V-57A Condor Dropship / Gunship was born out of a need for increased lifting and combat capabilities. With the recent discovery and colonization of higher-gravity planets and rapidly escalating conflicts, it quickly became apparent that the previous generation of heavy lift craft were no longer sufficient. Thus was born a program to re-engine the Condor, changing its primary lifting thrusters to hydrogen and updating it to the latest weaponry.

As part of the refit, the forward rocket launchers were supplemented by fixed artillery, giving the ship a substantially more flexible gunship role, and the rear Gatling guns were upgraded to Assault Cannons. A hinged boarding ramp was installed at the rear, providing easy access. Crew comfort was also dramatically improved, with sleeping quarters for three, a full bathroom and shower, and seating for several additional passengers. The ship is thus able to serve as a competent personnel transport as well.

The additional thrust gives it enough force to lift craft larger than a Rhino out of planetary atmosphere, and to operate anywhere in the universe.

Stats:

673 Blocks

Weapons:

2x Artillery
2x Rocket Launchers
2x Gatling Turrets

Power:

4x Small Warfare Reactors
4x Small Hydrogen Tanks
8x O2/H2 Generators (enough to ensure the tanks will never run dry so long as there's ice)
2x Warfare Batteries (provides a power reserve in case you enter atmosphere while the Jump Drive is recharging)

Propulsion:

26x Small Hydrogen Thrusters
2x Large Hydrogen Thrusters
12x Ion Thrusters
4x Atmospheric Thrusters
1x Jump Drive (2000km range)

The ship is capable of operating in space on Ion Thrusters alone, although this is a rather sluggish and unpleasant experience; it is primarily intended to ensure the ship can still get you home even if all your hydrogen is depleted or you are critically low on ice and conserving it for breathable air.

Use notes: I tested this by pulling an M-71 Rhino out of a 1.3G planet and then jumping it to a distant planet and depositing it. It handles it with thrust to spare. Verified again with the new (and heavier) M-72 Rhino; it is still able to extract from 1.3G, although somewhat sluggishly on the vertical acceleration. I would guess around 1.4 to 1.5G would be the limit for lifting an M-72 Rhino. Use due caution when carrying an M-72 and don't expect it to stop on a dime.

Scripts:

Automatic LCDs 2 by MMaster
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=822950976

Blarg's Ascent Cruise Control by Blargmode
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1316048908

Whip's Auto Door and Airlock Script by Whiplash141
https://steamhost.cn/steamcommunity_com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=416932930