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| name = Caterpillar |
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{{Note|'''Note''': Command Module detachment, Cargo Module Elevators, and the Tractor Beam Station are not yet implemented as of [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.18.1|Alpha 3.18.1]].}} |
{{Note|'''Note''': Command Module detachment, Cargo Module Elevators, and the Tractor Beam Station are not yet implemented as of [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.18.1|Alpha 3.18.1]].}} |
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== Model == |
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{{Note|'''Note''': The specification below is a merge of the in-game data as of [[Star Citizen Alpha 3.11.0|Alpha 3.11]] and the ship matrix. The small size components do not appear in game yet as the command module is not implemented.}} |
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Avionics & Systems= |
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{{Vehicle avionics |
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| radarcount = 2 |
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| computercount = 2 |
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| radar1quantity = 3 |
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| radar1size = 2 |
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| radar1manufacturer = WLOP |
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| radar1name = [[Chernykh]] |
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| radar2quantity = 1 |
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| radar2size = 1 |
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| radar2name = S Radar |
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| computer1quantity = 3 |
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| computer1size = 2 |
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| computer1name = M Computer |
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| computer2quantity = 1 |
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| computer2size = 1 |
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| computer2manufacturer = |
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| computer2name = S Computer |
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}} |
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{{Vehicle systems |
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| powerplantcount = 2 |
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| coolercount = 2 |
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| shieldgeneratorcount = 2 |
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| powerplant1quantity = 2 |
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| powerplant1size = 3 |
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| powerplant1manufacturer = JUST |
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| powerplant1name = [[Ginzel]] |
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| powerplant2quantity = 2 |
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| powerplant2size = 1 |
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| powerplant2manufacturer = JUST |
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| powerplant2name = [[Endurance]] |
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| cooler1quantity = 2 |
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| cooler1size = 3 |
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| cooler1manufacturer = JUST |
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| cooler1name = [[ThermalCore]] |
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| cooler2quantity = 2 |
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| cooler2size = 1 |
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| cooler2manufacturer = JUST |
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| cooler2name = [[Thermax]] |
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| shieldgenerator1quantity = 2 |
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| shieldgenerator1size = 3 |
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| shieldgenerator1manufacturer = BASL |
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| shieldgenerator1name = [[Stronghold]] |
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| shieldgenerator2quantity = 2 |
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| shieldgenerator2size = 1 |
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| shieldgenerator2manufacturer = BASL |
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| shieldgenerator2name = [[Bulwark]] |
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}} |
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Propulsion & Thrusters= |
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{{Vehicle propulsion |
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| fuelintakecount = 2 |
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| fueltankcount = 2 |
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| quantumdrivecount = 2 |
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| jumpdrivecount = 1 |
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| quantumfueltankcount = 2 |
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| fuelintake1quantity = 2 |
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| fuelintake1size = 3 |
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| fuelintake1name = L Fuel Intake |
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| fuelintake2quantity = 1 |
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| fuelintake2size = 1 |
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| fuelintake2name = S Fuel Intake |
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| fueltank1quantity = 1 |
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| fueltank1size = 3 |
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| fueltank1manufacturer = |
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| fueltank1name = L Fuel Tank |
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| fueltank2quantity = 1 |
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| fueltank2size = 1 |
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| fueltank2manufacturer = |
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| fueltank2name = S Fuel Tank |
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| quantumdrive1quantity = 1 |
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| quantumdrive1size = 3 |
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| quantumdrive1manufacturer = WETK |
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| quantumdrive1name = [[Pontes]] |
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| quantumdrive2quantity = 1 |
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| quantumdrive2size = 1 |
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| quantumdrive2manufacturer = |
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| quantumdrive2name = S Quantum Drive |
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| jumpdrive1quantity = 1 |
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| jumpdrive1size = 3 |
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| jumpdrive1manufacturer = |
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| jumpdrive1name = L Jump Module |
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| quantumfueltank1quantity = 1 |
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| quantumfueltank1size = 3 |
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| quantumfueltank1manufacturer = |
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| quantumfueltank1name = L Quantum Fuel Tank |
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| quantumfueltank2quantity = 1 |
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| quantumfueltank2size = 1 |
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| quantumfueltank2manufacturer = |
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| quantumfueltank2name = S Quantum Fuel Tank |
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}} |
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{{Vehicle thrusters |
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| mainthrustercount = 3 |
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| maneuveringthrustercount = 4 |
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| mainthruster1quantity = 2 |
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| mainthruster1size = 5 |
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| mainthruster1manufacturer = |
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| mainthruster1name = Main Thruster |
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| mainthruster2quantity = 2 |
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| mainthruster2size = 5 |
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| mainthruster2manufacturer = |
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| mainthruster2name = Aux Thruster |
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| mainthruster3quantity = 2 |
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| mainthruster3name = Main Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster1quantity = 6 |
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| maneuveringthruster1size = 5 |
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| maneuveringthruster1manufacturer = |
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| maneuveringthruster1name = Retro Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster2quantity = 28 |
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| maneuveringthruster2size = 5 |
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| maneuveringthruster2manufacturer = |
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| maneuveringthruster2name = Fixed Maneuvering Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster3quantity = 2 |
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| maneuveringthruster3size = |
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| maneuveringthruster3manufacturer = |
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| maneuveringthruster3name = Retro Thruster |
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| maneuveringthruster4quantity = 6 |
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| maneuveringthruster4size = |
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| maneuveringthruster4manufacturer = |
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| maneuveringthruster4name = Gimbal Maneuvering Thruster |
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}} |
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Weaponry= |
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{{Vehicle weaponry |
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| weaponcount = 2 |
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| turretcount = 1 |
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| missilerackcount = 0 |
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| utilityitemcount = 0 |
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| weapon1mountquantity = 1 |
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| weapon1mountsize = 5 |
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| weapon1mountmanufacturer = |
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| weapon1mountname = Dual Weapon Mount |
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| weapon1quantity = 2 |
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| weapon1size = 3 |
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| weapon1manufacturer = BEHR |
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| weapon1name = [[M5A Cannon]] |
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| weapon2mountquantity = 2 |
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| weapon2mountsize = 3 |
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| weapon2mountmanufacturer = FFSY |
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| weapon2mountname = VariPuck S3 Gimbal Mount |
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| weapon2quantity = 1 |
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| weapon2size = 2 |
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| weapon2manufacturer = BEHR |
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| weapon2name = [[M4A Cannon]] |
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| turret1quantity = 2 |
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| turret1size = 6 |
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| turret1manufacturer = |
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| turret1name = Manned Turret |
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| turret1weaponcount = 1 |
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| turret1weapon1quantity = 4 |
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| turret1weapon1size = 4 |
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| turret1weapon1manufacturer = KLWE |
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| turret1weapon1name = [[CF-447 Rhino Repeater]] |
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}} |
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</tabber> |
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==History== |
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First Introduction= |
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In the wake of the [[Cutlass|Cutlass']] success in [[28th Century]], Drake Interplanetary's CEO and lead designer [[Jan Dredge]] was looking for a new project to move the company forward. Although the Cutlass enjoyed some success in commercial hauling, it is more known for its combat abilities. Dredge knew that they should take the same design principles and apply it to something much bigger. |
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The Caterpillar prototype is initially unreviled at the [[2871]] [[Intergalactic Aerospace Expo]]. The ship received a lot of critics for its old design, the negativity almost threatened the whole project. It wasn't until the reports of Caterpillar spread through the [[UEE|Empire]], that the tide began to turn. People were floored by two things: the ability to mix and match cargo modules and the price.<ref name="brochure"/> |
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Kesslering Heist= |
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{{Main|Kesslering Heist}} |
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On [[2903]]-06-21 SET, a Caterpillar broke out from heavy traffic, and rammed into an [[eriesium]] transport using the front sensor array as hooks to latch onto the hull. The front cargo door opened and pirates leapt onto the immobilized transport and cut their way inside while the turret engaged the shocked security detail. |
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Within five minutes, the security detail had been destroyed, the transport breached and the eriesium taken. The Command Module detached from the Caterpillar and the pirates disappeared back into the spacelane with their fighter accomplices. By the time [[Advocacy|authorities]] arrived, they found an image that permanently seared itself into the public's consciousness, a Drake Caterpillar attached to the vented husk of a transport. |
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Despite an exhaustive search through all the system, authorities never figured out who was behind the heist. The Caterpillar was forever tied with criminal element to the present after the event.<ref name="brochure"/> |
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==Model== |
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===Ship profile=== |
===Ship profile=== |
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Revision as of 23:55, 25 May 2023
The Drake Caterpillar is a large, modular cargo ship with a focus on significant capacity and flexibility. It is commonly used for legitimate commerce, extended search, and rescue missions. However, because of the low cost and popularity among civilians, the Caterpillar is known for being used by pirates as the storage location for their ill-gotten gains.[1][2]
Features
- Command Module: The command module can be detached from the main hull and used as an independent ship. It can be used to move multiple Caterpillar hulls, or as an escape ship. Even at some shipping stations, Caterpillar crews have been known to race command modules while waiting for their cargo to be transferred.
- Cargo Module: The cargo modules are outfitted with port and starboard elevators that allow each section to act as a self-contained unit. Operators can add or remove cargo without disturbing other modules.
- Front Cargo Bay: The front cargo bay can be used for additional storage and housing open-canopy vehicles like the Dragonfly. It is equipped with an airshield, which allows crew to transfer pallets and launch small vehicles without decompressing. The module is also outfitted with a manned turret, a cargo lift, and multiple sensors to assist in piloting.
- Tractor Beam Station: The tractor beam station consists of a terminal that allows the ship to safely guide debris and even errant cargo directly into the side access doors of the cargo modules.
Specifications
Radar Cooler Life support Power plant Self destruct Shield generator
Fuel intake2x
S1
Fuel intakeintk_drak_caterpillar
0.025 SCU/s
Fuel port
1x
S1
Fuel portdockingtube_fuel_ports_drak_caterpillar
Fuel tank1x
S1
Quantum drive1x
S3
Military (C)
Quantum fuel tank1x
S2
Main thruster4x
S3
Main thrusterdrak_caterpillar_thruster_aux
12.7 MN
Maneuvering thruster6x
S1
Retro thrusterdrak_caterpillar_thruster_retro
4.2 MN
28x
S1
Maneuvering thrusterdrak_caterpillar_thruster_mav_fixed
4.2 MN
Turret Weapons2x
S3
Left, Right
2x
S1
Magazinefaux_magazinemagazine
100/100 Ammunition
Defensive devices
1x
S1
25/25 Ammunition
1x
S1
10/10 Ammunition
Cargo grid1x
S1
Cargo griddrak_caterpillar_cargogrid_nose_access
20,000 SCU · L 2.5 m x W 6.25 m x H 2.5 m
1x
S1
Cargo griddrak_caterpillar_cargogrid_nose
60,000 SCU · L 10 m x W 6.25 m x H 3.75 m
4x
S1
Cargo griddrak_caterpillar_cargogrid_module_walkway
32,000 SCU · L 1.25 m x W 10 m x H 2.5 m
4x
S1
Cargo griddrak_caterpillar_cargogrid_module_ladder
80,000 SCU · L 6.25 m x W 1.25 m x H 10 m
4x
S1
Cargo griddrak_caterpillar_cargogrid_module
384,000 SCU · L 7.5 m x W 10 m x H 10 m
Armor
1x
S1
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Model
Ship profile
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Special editions
| Image | Name | Description |
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'Best In Show 2949' | White and dark grey colour with purple accents and a IAE logo. Limited edition. Created to celebrate the Intergalactic Aerospace Expo 2949 event. [3] |
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'Pirate' | Dark olive green and dark grey colour with pirate decals. It's only available when defeating "Pirate Swarm" in Arena Commander. [4] |
Paints
The following paints (skins) can be used on all variants of the Caterpillar.
| Image | Paint Name | Description | Price (aUEC) | Price ($) |
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"Deck the Hull" | Pale green colouring with dark grey and red accents. Limited edition. Reward for the Luminalia 2951 event. [5] | [not available] | (Reward) |
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"Foundation Festival" | Metallic silver in colour with teal & white accents and a Foundation Festival logo. Limited edition. Only available as a reward to backers who took part in the annual Foundation Festival event. [6] | [not available] | (Reward) |
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"Ghoulish Green" | Metallic green and dark grey colour with dark grey accents. Limited sale. Only available during the Day of the Vara event. [7] | [not available] | 11.00 |
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"IceBreak" | White and metallic blue colour with dark grey accents. Limited edition. Reward for the Luminalia 2951 event. | [not available] | (Reward) |
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"Mistwalker" | Green 3 tone digital camo pattern and dark grey colour. | [not available] | 13.00 [8] |
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"Polar" | White and grey colour with dark grey accents. | [not available] | 11.00 [9] |
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"Stormbringer" | Blue and dark grey colour with white accents. | [not available] | 7.50 [10] |
In-game availability & pricing
Buying
| New Deal, Lorville | Astro Armada, Area18 |
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| 4,686,600 | Unavailable |
Renting
Unavailable
Prices given are per-day. Prices for all rental periods can be found at Ship renting.
Pledge price history
| Date | Pledge cost (USD) | Insurance | Availability | Sale |
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| 2012-11-18 | 225 | LTI | Limited | Kickstarter final day addon [11] |
| 2013-09-20 | 225 | LTI | Limited | Caterpillar 72 hours flash sale [12] |
| 2013-11-20 | 245 | LTI | Time-limited | 2013 anniversary sale [13] |
| 2014-11-22 | 245 | 2 years | Time-limited | 2014 anniversary sale [14] |
| 2015-11-21 | 245 | 3 years | Time-limited | 2015 anniversary sale [15] |
| 2016-11-18 | 295 | 4 years | Time-limited | 2016 anniversary sale [16] |
| 2016-12-16 | 295 | 6 months | Time-limited | 2016 holiday sale [17] |
Gallery
References
- ↑
Caterpillar - Ship page. Pledge Store
- ↑ Drake Caterpillar - Ship Brochure
- ↑ The Caterpillar Best In Show Edition - Pledge store. Pledge Store
- ↑ The Caterpillar Pirate Edition - Pledge store. Pledge Store
- ↑ Celebrate Luminalia 2951. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 22/12/2021
- ↑ Foundation Festival 2950. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2022-05-23
- ↑ Horror Beyond The Stars - Day of the Vara 2951. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2022-05-23
- ↑ Caterpillar Mistwalker Paint. Pledge Store. Retrieved 2022-06-05
- ↑ Caterpillar Polar Paint. Pledge Store. Retrieved 22/12/2021
- ↑ Caterpillar Stormbringer Paint. Pledge Store. Retrieved 22/12/2021
- ↑ Star Citizen Kickstarter page
- ↑ A Look Inside the Pirate Ships. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ Drake Caterpillar Now Available. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ Star Citizen Anniversary Sale. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ AnniVERSEary Sale: Kickoff. Transmission - Comm-Link
- ↑ Drake Caterpillar - 2016 Anniversary Sale Archived 2016-11-21.
- ↑ Drake Caterpillar - 2016 Holiday Sale Archived 2016-12-23.
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