Q&A: ARGO RAFT
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Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.ARGO RAFT Q&A
Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.
What does RAFT stand for?
RAFT is an acronym for ‘Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport.’
Why would someone choose the RAFT over something like a Freelancer MAX? What are the unique capabilities of this ship compared to its competitors?
The RAFT is designed to compete more against the base Freelancer than the MAX. However, it holds its own in that it’s designed from the ground up to support the quick loading and unloading of standardized 32-SCU cargo crates. Whilst you can of course fit these into the MAX, it takes much longer due to its relatively narrow opening.
Is it possible to lift and detach pre-loaded containers with the holding device at the ship's rear, thus gaining a time advantage when loading and unloading cargo?
Whilst not implemented at release, this is the aim when cargo requires physical loading and unloading.
Are the cargo containers on the Argo RAFT the same type we see in the cargo decks of space stations?
Yes, they’re the standardized 32-SCU containers found at cargo decks.
Will it be able to accommodate the containers carried by the MISC HULL series?
The Hull-C and above use the same 32-SCU containers as the RAFT as their minimum-equippable sized container.
Do I have access to the contents of the cargo containers from within the RAFT?
There is no physical access to the cargo containers from within the RAFT. Once they’re loaded, unless you physically exit the ship, you cannot access them.
What is the second player's role on this two-person ship?
The second player can use the remote turret for defense or undertake engineering/repair roles where necessary while the pilot concentrates on flying.
Is this ship supposed to be a long-range cargo hauler or a short-range cargo vessel? Is the ship equipped with adequate crew compartments?
The ship has adequate facilities onboard for the crew, with beds, a bathroom, breakout area, and food-making facilities allowing the crew to tackle a wide range of hauling routes.
How does the armor compare to other cargo ships in its class?
The RAFT itself is more armored than other comparable cargo ships, such as the Freelancer and Cutlass, which have greater offensive firepower as an offset.
Does the Argo RAFT have a tractor beam capable of moving cargo containers as seen on cargo decks, and where does it sit?
Yes, the tractor sits on the rear of the ship to aid with loading and unloading.
Can the tractor beam be used to tow a ship, or is it limited to cargo containers only?
The tractor beam is designed to only move cargo containers. So, unless a vehicle has the same volume or mass as a cargo container, it won’t be able to be towed.
How do we access the RAFT?
There is a small crew lift and a docking collar.
Can a small vehicle fit inside the RAFT?
No, the crew lift is only for personal use and likely cannot fit any of our vehicles (certainly not intentionally).
What are those four pads that look like bumpers above the cockpit?
These are just rule-of-cool details. They have no gameplay functionality.
Disclaimer
The answers accurately reflect development’s intentions at the time of writing, but the company and development team reserve the right to adapt, improve, or change feature and ship designs in response to feedback, playtesting, design revisions, or other considerations to improve balance or the quality of the game overall.
ARGO RAFT Q&A
Jetzt, wo das RAFT von Argo Astronautics in der 'verse aufgenommen wurde, haben wir dem Fahrzeugteam ein paar Fragen zu dem neuen Frachtträger gestellt. Hier sind die Antworten, direkt von den Designern selbst.
Wofür steht RAFT?
RAFT ist ein Akronym für "Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport".
Warum sollte sich jemand für den RAFT und nicht für einen Freelancer MAX entscheiden? Was sind die einzigartigen Fähigkeiten dieses Schiffs im Vergleich zu seinen Konkurrenten?
Der RAFT wurde entwickelt, um eher mit dem Basis-Freelancer als mit dem MAX zu konkurrieren. Sie ist jedoch von Grund auf so konzipiert, dass sie das schnelle Be- und Entladen von standardisierten 32-SCU-Frachtkisten unterstützt. Natürlich kannst du diese Kisten auch in den MAX einladen, aber das dauert wegen der relativ engen Öffnung viel länger.
Ist es möglich, vorgeladene Container mit der Haltevorrichtung am Heck des Schiffes zu heben und zu lösen und so einen Zeitvorteil beim Be- und Entladen zu erzielen?
Das ist zwar bei der Freigabe noch nicht möglich, wird aber angestrebt, wenn die Ladung physisch be- und entladen werden muss.
Sind die Frachtcontainer auf der Argo RAFT die gleichen, die wir auf den Frachtdecks der Raumstationen sehen?
Ja, es handelt sich um die standardisierten 32-SCU-Container, die auf den Frachtdecks zu finden sind.
Kann es die Container der MISC HULL-Serie aufnehmen?
Die Hull-C und höher verwenden die gleichen 32-SCU-Container wie das RAFT als Mindestgröße für die Aufrüstung.
Habe ich vom RAFT aus Zugriff auf den Inhalt der Frachtcontainer?
Es gibt keinen physischen Zugang zu den Frachtcontainern innerhalb des RAFT. Sobald sie beladen sind, kannst du sie nicht mehr betreten, es sei denn, du verlässt das Schiff physisch.
Welche Rolle spielt der zweite Spieler auf dem Zwei-Personen-Schiff?
Der zweite Spieler kann den ferngesteuerten Geschützturm zur Verteidigung nutzen oder bei Bedarf Aufgaben im Bereich Technik/Reparatur übernehmen, während sich der Pilot auf das Fliegen konzentriert.
Soll dieses Schiff ein Langstreckenfrachtschiff oder ein Kurzstreckenfrachtschiff sein? Ist das Schiff mit angemessenen Mannschaftsräumen ausgestattet?
Das Schiff verfügt über angemessene Einrichtungen für die Besatzung: Betten, ein Bad, einen Pausenraum und die Möglichkeit, Essen zuzubereiten, sodass die Besatzung eine Vielzahl von Transportrouten bewältigen kann.
Wie ist die Panzerung im Vergleich zu anderen Frachtschiffen seiner Klasse?
Die RAFT selbst ist stärker gepanzert als andere vergleichbare Frachtschiffe wie die Freelancer und die Cutlass, die im Gegenzug eine größere offensive Feuerkraft haben.
Verfügt die Argo RAFT über einen Traktorstrahl, der Frachtcontainer bewegen kann, wie man sie auf Frachtdecks sieht, und wo sitzt er?
Ja, der Traktor befindet sich am Heck des Schiffes und hilft beim Be- und Entladen.
Kann der Traktorstrahl auch zum Schleppen von Schiffen verwendet werden, oder ist er nur für Frachtcontainer geeignet?
Der Traktorstrahl ist nur für Frachtcontainer gedacht. Wenn also ein Fahrzeug nicht das gleiche Volumen oder die gleiche Masse wie ein Frachtcontainer hat, kann es nicht abgeschleppt werden.
Wie erreichen wir das RAFT?
Es gibt einen kleinen Crew-Lift und einen Andockkragen.
Passt ein kleines Fahrzeug in das RAFT?
Nein, der Crew-Lift ist nur für den persönlichen Gebrauch gedacht und kann wahrscheinlich keines unserer Fahrzeuge aufnehmen (jedenfalls nicht absichtlich).
Was sind diese vier Polster, die wie Stoßstangen über dem Cockpit aussehen?
Das sind nur Regel-of-Cool-Details. Sie haben keine Funktion für das Spiel.
Haftungsausschluss
Die Antworten spiegeln die Absichten der Entwickler zum Zeitpunkt der Erstellung dieses Artikels wider. Das Unternehmen und das Entwicklungsteam behalten sich jedoch das Recht vor, Features und Schiffsdesigns als Reaktion auf Feedback, Spieltests, Designüberarbeitungen oder andere Überlegungen zur Verbesserung der Balance oder der Qualität des Spiels insgesamt anzupassen, zu verbessern oder zu ändern.
Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.ARGO RAFT Q&A
Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.
What does RAFT stand for?
RAFT is an acronym for ‘Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport.’
Why would someone choose the RAFT over something like a Freelancer MAX? What are the unique capabilities of this ship compared to its competitors?
The RAFT is designed to compete more against the base Freelancer than the MAX. However, it holds its own in that it’s designed from the ground up to support the quick loading and unloading of standardized 32-SCU cargo crates. Whilst you can of course fit these into the MAX, it takes much longer due to its relatively narrow opening.
Is it possible to lift and detach pre-loaded containers with the holding device at the ship's rear, thus gaining a time advantage when loading and unloading cargo?
Whilst not implemented at release, this is the aim when cargo requires physical loading and unloading.
Are the cargo containers on the Argo RAFT the same type we see in the cargo decks of space stations?
Yes, they’re the standardized 32-SCU containers found at cargo decks.
Will it be able to accommodate the containers carried by the MISC HULL series?
The Hull-C and above use the same 32-SCU containers as the RAFT as their minimum-equippable sized container.
Do I have access to the contents of the cargo containers from within the RAFT?
There is no physical access to the cargo containers from within the RAFT. Once they’re loaded, unless you physically exit the ship, you cannot access them.
What is the second player's role on this two-person ship?
The second player can use the remote turret for defense or undertake engineering/repair roles where necessary while the pilot concentrates on flying.
Is this ship supposed to be a long-range cargo hauler or a short-range cargo vessel? Is the ship equipped with adequate crew compartments?
The ship has adequate facilities onboard for the crew, with beds, a bathroom, breakout area, and food-making facilities allowing the crew to tackle a wide range of hauling routes.
How does the armor compare to other cargo ships in its class?
The RAFT itself is more armored than other comparable cargo ships, such as the Freelancer and Cutlass, which have greater offensive firepower as an offset.
Does the Argo RAFT have a tractor beam capable of moving cargo containers as seen on cargo decks, and where does it sit?
Yes, the tractor sits on the rear of the ship to aid with loading and unloading.
Can the tractor beam be used to tow a ship, or is it limited to cargo containers only?
The tractor beam is designed to only move cargo containers. So, unless a vehicle has the same volume or mass as a cargo container, it won’t be able to be towed.
How do we access the RAFT?
There is a small crew lift and a docking collar.
Can a small vehicle fit inside the RAFT?
No, the crew lift is only for personal use and likely cannot fit any of our vehicles (certainly not intentionally).
What are those four pads that look like bumpers above the cockpit?
These are just rule-of-cool details. They have no gameplay functionality.
Disclaimer
The answers accurately reflect development’s intentions at the time of writing, but the company and development team reserve the right to adapt, improve, or change feature and ship designs in response to feedback, playtesting, design revisions, or other considerations to improve balance or the quality of the game overall.
Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.ARGO RAFT Q&A
Now that the RAFT from Argo Astronautics has been added to the 'verse, we posed a few questions to the vehicle team about the new cargo carrier. Here are the answers, straight from the designers themselves.
What does RAFT stand for?
RAFT is an acronym for ‘Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport.’
Why would someone choose the RAFT over something like a Freelancer MAX? What are the unique capabilities of this ship compared to its competitors?
The RAFT is designed to compete more against the base Freelancer than the MAX. However, it holds its own in that it’s designed from the ground up to support the quick loading and unloading of standardized 32-SCU cargo crates. Whilst you can of course fit these into the MAX, it takes much longer due to its relatively narrow opening.
Is it possible to lift and detach pre-loaded containers with the holding device at the ship's rear, thus gaining a time advantage when loading and unloading cargo?
Whilst not implemented at release, this is the aim when cargo requires physical loading and unloading.
Are the cargo containers on the Argo RAFT the same type we see in the cargo decks of space stations?
Yes, they’re the standardized 32-SCU containers found at cargo decks.
Will it be able to accommodate the containers carried by the MISC HULL series?
The Hull-C and above use the same 32-SCU containers as the RAFT as their minimum-equippable sized container.
Do I have access to the contents of the cargo containers from within the RAFT?
There is no physical access to the cargo containers from within the RAFT. Once they’re loaded, unless you physically exit the ship, you cannot access them.
What is the second player's role on this two-person ship?
The second player can use the remote turret for defense or undertake engineering/repair roles where necessary while the pilot concentrates on flying.
Is this ship supposed to be a long-range cargo hauler or a short-range cargo vessel? Is the ship equipped with adequate crew compartments?
The ship has adequate facilities onboard for the crew, with beds, a bathroom, breakout area, and food-making facilities allowing the crew to tackle a wide range of hauling routes.
How does the armor compare to other cargo ships in its class?
The RAFT itself is more armored than other comparable cargo ships, such as the Freelancer and Cutlass, which have greater offensive firepower as an offset.
Does the Argo RAFT have a tractor beam capable of moving cargo containers as seen on cargo decks, and where does it sit?
Yes, the tractor sits on the rear of the ship to aid with loading and unloading.
Can the tractor beam be used to tow a ship, or is it limited to cargo containers only?
The tractor beam is designed to only move cargo containers. So, unless a vehicle has the same volume or mass as a cargo container, it won’t be able to be towed.
How do we access the RAFT?
There is a small crew lift and a docking collar.
Can a small vehicle fit inside the RAFT?
No, the crew lift is only for personal use and likely cannot fit any of our vehicles (certainly not intentionally).
What are those four pads that look like bumpers above the cockpit?
These are just rule-of-cool details. They have no gameplay functionality.
Disclaimer
The answers accurately reflect development’s intentions at the time of writing, but the company and development team reserve the right to adapt, improve, or change feature and ship designs in response to feedback, playtesting, design revisions, or other considerations to improve balance or the quality of the game overall.
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