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The RAFT (Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport) is a medium cargo hauler developed by Argo Astronautics. This compact vehicle is designed to transport three standardized 32 SCU cargo containers, maximizing payload capacity and minimizing complications. Eliminate the hassle of hand-loading crates; the RAFT allows for efficient loading and unloading, preparing you for your next task. With reinforced shields, a robust weapons system, and a wide range of countermeasures, the RAFT ensures secure delivery of your cargo.^[1]^[2]

Features

Cargo

The RAFT efficiently manages substantial loads due to its three 32 SCU external cargo containers, which facilitate a straightforward and effortless loading process, boasting an impressive maximum payload capacity of 96 SCU.^[1]

Storage

The RAFT features an internal storage of 96,000K μSCU and two 400K μSCU storage lockers in the habitation area, as well as dedicated gun racks and EVA suit lockers.^[1]

Habitation

The two-person crew is provided with generous facilities including a kitchen, dining table, bathroom, and bunk beds that double as escape pods.^[1]

Control Cab

The crew can monitor cargo transfer and operate the rear-mounted tractor beam from this station.^[1]

Docking port

Ship-to-ship or ship-to-station access is performed via a secure front docking port and airlock.^[1]

Weapons

The RAFT is equipped with a remotely controlled turret that features dual Size 3 guns, along with two hardpoints that can accommodate Size 1 guns.^[1]

Specifications

Radar

1x

S1

Ecouter

Military (C)

Cooler

2x

S2

CoolCore

Industrial (C)

Life support

1x

S1

Life supportlfsp_tydt_s01_comfortair

Power plant

2x

S2

Diligence

Industrial (C)

Self destruct

1x

S1

Self destruct (45s)

15,000 🗡️ · 80 m

Shield generator

3x

S2

Aspis

Industrial (C)

Fuel intake

2x

S1

Fuel intakeintk_argo_raft

0 SCU/s

Fuel port

1x

S1

Fuel portdockingtube_fuel_ports_argo_raft

Fuel tank

1x

S1

Internal Tank

Quantum drive

1x

S2

Bolon

Industrial (C)

Quantum fuel tank

1x

S2

Internal Tank

Main thruster

4x

S1

Main thrusterargo_raft_thruster_vtol

1.49 MN

2x

S1

Main thrusterargo_raft_thruster_retro

4.98 MN

4x

S1

Main thrusterargo_raft_thruster_main

3 MN

Maneuvering thruster

12x

S1

Maneuvering thrusterargo_raft_thruster_mav

3.36 MN

Turret

1x

S4

Remote Turret

2x

S3

VariPuck S3 Gimbal Mount

Right, Left

2x

S3

M5A Cannon

Behring Applied Technology

2x

S1

Magazinefaux_magazinemagazine

100/100 Ammunition

Weapons

2x

S1

VariPuck S1 Gimbal Mount

Left, Right

Defensive devices

1x

S1

Aegis Gladius - Noise Launcher

1x

S1

Magazinefaux_magazinemagazine

5/5 Ammunition

1x

S1

Aegis Gladius - Decoy Launcher

1x

S1

Magazinefaux_magazinemagazine

48/48 Ammunition

Cargo grid

3x

S1

Cargo gridargo_raft_cargogrid_main

96,000 SCU · L 10 m x W 2.5 m x H 2.5 m

Weapon rack

1x

S1

Weapon Rack

Armor

1x

S1

Argo MPUV Ship Armor

No vehicle parts information found.

Model

Ship profile

Isometric	Above	Port-side	Front	Rear	Below

Isometric	Above	Port-side	Front	Rear

Paints

"Anchor"	"Hazard"	"Lovestruck"	"Polar"

Acquisition

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Purchase
System	Terminal	Price
Stanton	New Deal - Teasa Spaceport - Lorville	3,543,750

Rental
System	Terminal	Price
Stanton	Vantage Rentals - Lorville	70,875

Lore

Gallery

Development

Trivia

RAFTRON: Defender of the Persistent Universe was a very short segment that was shown at the very end of a Inside Star Citizen episode. It featured a giant super robot or mecha formed by combining five RAFTs of different colors. It wields a giant red sword and has a proportionally-sized Pico-ball for a head.^[3]^[4]

References

↑ ^{Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 ^1.2 ^1.3 ^1.4 ^1.5 ^1.6 Introducing the Argo RAFT. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2021-11-25
↑ Q&A Argo RAFT. Engineering - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2021-11-25
↑ Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2023-04-27
↑ https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxQnLStExSSCjcnOu6XMZk0Fnov6_GXfZv Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey - RAFTRON Clip

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MCV MOLE MOLE Carbon MOLE Talus MPUV Cargo MPUV Personnel MPUV Tractor OUC RAFT SRV

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ATLS ATLS GEO CSV-FM CSV-SM

Cargo pods

Argo Ore Pod CSV-SM GEO Resource Pod

Containers

Argo Ore Pod GEO Resource Pod

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BANU

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CNOU

Nomad Pioneer HoverQuad Mustang Gamma Mustang Beta Mustang Alpha Vindicator Mustang Omega Mustang Delta Mustang Alpha

Crusader Industries

CRUS

M2 Hercules Starlifter Genesis Starliner C1 Spirit A2 Hercules Starlifter Ares Star Fighter Inferno Mercury Star Runner C2 Hercules Starlifter Ares Star Fighter Ion E1 Spirit A1 Spirit Intrepid

Esperia

ESPR

Talon Glaive (replica)Scythe (replica)Talon Shrike Blade (replica)Prowler

P-72 Archimedes P-52 Merlin P-72 Archimedes Emerald

Mirai

MRAI

Razor LX Razor EX Guardian QI Razor Guardian Pulse Fury LX Fury Pulse LX Fury MX

Origin Jumpworks

ORIG

M50 325a 600i Executive Edition 100i X1 Force 350r 600i Touring 300i 125a 85X X1 315p 135c 400i 600i Explorer X1 Velocity 890 Jump

United Empire of Earth Navy

Glaive Lightfire Cleaver Mauler Void Hunter Scythe Driller Vanduul Bob Vanduul McTyphoonFace Stinger Blade Kingship

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Anvil Aerospace

ANVL

Spartan Ballista Ballista Dunestalker Ballista Snowblind Centurion

Argo Astronautics

ARGO

ATLS GEO ATLS CSV-SM CSV-FM

ROC STV UTV PTV ROC-DS

Origin Jumpworks

ORIG

G12 G12a G12r

Roberts Space Industries

RSI

Ursa Medivac Ursa Ursa Fortuna Lynx

Tumbril Land Systems

TMBL

Cyclone MT Nova Ranger RC Cyclone Ranger TR Cyclone TR Ranger CV Cyclone RC Cyclone RN Storm AA Cyclone AA Storm

Vanduul Clans

VNCL

Harvester

[RAFTLaunch-1] {Jump up to: 1.0} ^1.1 ^1.2 ^1.3 ^1.4 ^1.5 ^1.6 Introducing the Argo RAFT. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2021-11-25

[RAFTQ&A-2] Q&A Argo RAFT. Engineering - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2021-11-25

[3] Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey. Transmission - Comm-Link. Retrieved 2023-04-27

[4] ttps://youtube.com/clip/UgkxQnLStExSSCjcnOu6XMZk0Fnov6_GXfZv Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey - RAFTRON Clip

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[2]

[3]

[4]

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-The '''RAFT''' (Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport<ref name="QA">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/18441-Q-A-ARGO-RAFT|text=Q&A Argo RAFT|accessdate=2021-11-25}}</ref>) is a small cargo hauler manufactured by [[Argo Astronautics]]. Designed to carry three standardized [[32-SCU container]]s, the '''RAFT''' allows for rapid loading and unloading and comes equipped with a tough hull, tougher shields, and a comprehensive countermeasures suite to keep your cargo safe.<ref name="presentation">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/18436-Introducing-The-Argo-RAFT|text=Introducing the Argo RAFT|accessdate=2021-11-25}}</ref>
+The '''RAFT (Reinforced Advanced Freight Transport)''' is a medium cargo hauler developed by [[Argo Astronautics]]. This compact vehicle is designed to transport three standardized 32 SCU [[:Category:Containers|cargo containers]], maximizing payload capacity and minimizing complications. Eliminate the hassle of hand-loading crates; the RAFT allows for efficient loading and unloading, preparing you for your next task. With reinforced shields, a robust weapons system, and a wide range of countermeasures, the RAFT ensures secure delivery of your cargo.<ref name="RAFTLaunch">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/18436-Introducing-The-Argo-RAFT|text=Introducing the Argo RAFT|accessdate=2021-11-25}}</ref><ref name="RAFTQ&A">{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/engineering/18441-Q-A-ARGO-RAFT|text=Q&A Argo RAFT|accessdate=2021-11-25}}</ref>
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-|3 external standardized removable [[:Category:Containers|cargo containers]] facilitate rapid cargo transfer, with each container holding 32 SCU.
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+|Habitation
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-| Ship-to-ship or ship-to-station access is performed via a secure front docking port and airlock.
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-|The RAFT features an internal storage of 96,000K μSCU and two 400K μSCU storage lockers in the habitation area, as well as dedicated gun racks and EVA suit lockers.
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 *'''RAFTRON: Defender of the Persistent Universe''' was a very short segment that was shown at the very end of a Inside Star Citizen episode. It featured a giant super robot or mecha formed by combining five RAFTs of different colors. It wields a giant red sword and has a proportionally-sized Pico-ball for a head.<ref>{{Cite RSI|url=https://robertsspaceindustries.com/comm-link/transmission/18465-Inside-Star-Citizen|text=Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey|accessdate=2023-04-27}}</ref><ref>https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxQnLStExSSCjcnOu6XMZk0Fnov6_GXfZv Inside Star Citizen: A Space Odyssey - RAFTRON Clip</ref>
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