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{{Vehicle
| uuid                            = 887cd720-7337-44ae-9708-828ccf808649
| name                            = Cutter Scout
| image                           = Cutter Scout flying above the clouds - Cut.jpg
| manufacturer                    = DRAK
| series                          = Cutter
| size                            = small
| productionstate                 = Flight ready
| productionstatedesc             = Since [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.21.0|Alpha 3.21.0]]
| mincrew                         = 1
| maxcrew                         = 1
| pledgecost                      = 50
| originalpledgecost              = 50
| warbondcost                     = 45
| originalwarbondcost             = 45
| pledgeavailability              = Always available
| releasedate                     = 2953
| retiredate                      = <!-- Lore retirement date of the vehicle, preferably with SDA template -->
| developedfrom                   = <!-- Wikilink of the predecessor of the vehicle -->
| developedinto                   = <!-- Wikilink of the successor of the vehicle -->
| rsistoreurl                     = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/pledge/ships/cutter/Cutter-Scout
| brochureurl                     = https://media.robertsspaceindustries.com/ttl2dtdyr0ivb/source.pdf
| presentationurl1                = https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/19447-Here-Comes-The-Cutter-Scout
| qandaurl1                       = 
| galactapediaurl                 = 
| conceptdate                     = 2023-10-21
| saledate                        = 2023-10-21
| queryimage                      =
}}

The '''Cutter Scout''', produced by [[Drake Interplanetary]], is a solitary spacecraft designed to accommodate a single occupant. Expanding upon the versatile nature of its predecessor, the original [[Cutter]], the Scout enhances its combat and utility capabilities through the incorporation of upgraded weaponry and scanning components. Whether providing assistance to a limited fleet or embarking on independent missions, the Cutter Scout serves as a flexible introductory vessel that maintains its essential qualities without making any compromises.

==Features==

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|Scanning
|With supercharged radar capabilities, the Scout can scan at twice the range of the standard Cutter right off the shelf.
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|Weapons
|The Cutter has two size 2 gun hardpoints as well as two size 2 missile hardpoints, giving you the ability to defend yourself when needed.
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|Living quarters
|A minimal yet comfortable living quarters let you take on those longer missions, featuring a single bed and shower. 
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|Frame
|This ship is designed to be flexible, versatile, tough and user friendly, making it the ideal starting vehicle for fledgling pilots. 
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|Cargo/Stowage
|It can hold up to 2 [[SCU]] cargo hold and up to 2650K μSCU of internal stowage.
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== Specifications ==
{{Vehicle hardpoints}}

== Model ==

===Ship profile===
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|Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
!Below
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|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Isometric.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Above.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Port.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Front.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Rear.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|[[File:Cutter Scout in space - Below.jpg|center|frameless|128x72px]]
|}
|-|
 Landed=
{| class="wikitable"
|Isometric
!Above
!Port-side
!Front
!Rear
|-
|[[File:Cutter Scout landed in hangar - Cut.png|center|frameless|128x72px]]
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===Series variants===
{{Vehicle variants}}

===Paints===
{{for|more information|:Cutter series/Paints}}

== Acquisition ==
{{Vehicle availability}}

==Lore==

==Gallery==
{{for|a full gallery|:Category:Cutter Scout images}}

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 Official=
{{gallery
|Cutter Scout scanning in asteroid field.jpg
|Cutter Scout scanning Freelancer MAX.jpg
|Cutter Scout scanning ground ship wreck.jpg
|Cutter Scout spec sheet.png
|Cutter Scout scanning destroyed Javelin.jpg
|Cutter Scout firing missiles.jpg
|Cutter Scout entering Grim Hex hangar.jpg
|Cutter Scout top close up.jpg
|Cutter Scout landed in hangar - Cut.png
|Cutter Scout flying above the clouds.jpg
}}
|-|
 In-game=
{{gallery
|IAE2954-day7-cutter-scout.jpg
|Invictus-2954-day9-drake-cutter-series-HDR.jpg
}}
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==Development==

== Trivia ==
* The colors on the original external paint are based on [[Gavin Rothery]] favourite jacket he had as a kid.<ref>"[https://twitter.com/GavRov/status/1714400755841441870 Fun fact: When I was designing this variant for the Drake Cutter, I based the colours on this external paint from my favourite jacket I had as a kid]", @GavRov, Twitter, Oct 17, 2023</ref>

==References==
<references />

{{Navplate manufacturers|DRAK}}
{{Navplate vehicles}}

{{Short description|Single-seat starter ship manufactured by Drake Interplanetary}}

[[Category:Starter ships]]
[[Category:Starter scout ships]]
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