Boa 2 Class Cruiser
| Boa 2 Class Cruiser | |
|---|---|
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| Size (metres, W×H×L) | 65 × 60 × 115 |
| Cargo capacity | 175 TC |
| Cargo bay extension | N/A |
| Maximum speed | 0.312 LM |
| Manoeuvrability | Roll: 2.5 Pitch: 1.0 |
| Energy banks | 8 |
| Energy recharge rate | Medium (3.2) |
| Gun mounts | Fore, Aft Port, Starboard |
| Missile slots | 5 |
| Shield boosters available | Yes |
| Military shields available | Yes |
| Hyperspace capable | Yes |
| OXP or standard | Standard |
| Available to player | Yes |
| Base price | 495000 Cr |
Overview
When the specs for the updated Boa design were submitted, the alterations were not deemed sufficient to merit a reclassification, thus the new ship was named the Boa 2. However, some consider that viewpoint to be woefully under-appreciative. The Class Cruiser is larger, faster, and sturdier than the original, with only a slightly lower roll rate. Hence it is also substantially more expensive.
The Boa Class Cruiser offers a solid mix of cargo capacity and combat capability. In fact, it is superior to the widely admired Python Class Cruiser in all respects except 10% lower speed (and the lack of a sharky paint job).
Notable Features
Standard armament includes an Ergon BeamLaser Array system and a magazine of up to 5 missiles. When traversing dangerous territory, it is usually accompanied by up to four escort ships.
Upgrades
| Compatible equipment for this ship. Factory standard equipment is marked in bold, all other equipment can be added by the player. | ||
| Misc. Equipment | Advanced Space Compass • Docking Computers • Escape Capsule • Witch Fuel Injectors • Fuel Scoops • Galactic Hyperdrive • Multi-Targeting System • Passenger Berth • Scanner Targeting Enhancement | |
| Weaponry | Energy Bomb • Beam Laser • Mining Laser • Military Laser • Pulse Laser | |
| Defence | E.C.M. System • Extra Energy Unit • Naval Energy Unit • Military Shield Enhancement • Shield Boosters • External Heat Shielding | |
Boa Clipper variant
Further development by the Gerege Federation Space Works, resulted in the Boa Clipper, adding a third engine for increased power and speed, at the cost of 25 TC cargo capacity. Along with the Python Clipper, the Boa Clipper can be found in clippers OXP.
