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Drake Interplanetary

Ironclad

Heavy Freight

FLIGHT READY IN MATRIX

Designed by Drake Interplanetary for heavy freight. Listed as flight ready in the official matrix.

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Ironclad
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Matrix size

Large

Length × beam × height

117 m × 50 m × 25 m

At a glance

Dated source references, checked 2026-10-20. Design and conditional claims are labelled. Each card has one supporting-details section for conditions and evidence.

Crew and living

Advertised crew
7
Living facilities
Command Module beds and drop seats
Supporting details and sources

Advertised crew

7

Official advertised crew reference, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Distinct from extracted station/payload counts and practical solo operation.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Living facilities

Command Module beds and drop seats

CIG describes a shared Caterpillar/Ironclad Command Module retaining its emergency refuge role. No seat or bed count inferred; Assault-only services are not assigned to this hull.

Latest known value · Current published reference · Not verified in current gameplay

Weapons and protection

Crew weapons
2 manned turret configuration(s); 3 remote turret configuration(s)
Supporting details and sources

Crew weapons

2 manned turret configuration(s); 3 remote turret configuration(s)

Turret types extracted separately from pilot guns. PDC is not a human gunner; remote control still needs its actual station mapping.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Cargo and carried craft

Cargo (SCU)
2,200 SCU
Supporting details and sources

Cargo (SCU)

2,200 SCU

Latest build extracted cargo capacity in SCU, not door clearance or a guarantee that a single crate of this volume fits. Earlier matrix reference: 2200 SCU.

Latest known value · Current published reference

More specifications and source notes
Total bed objects (not berth capacity)
7
Bed objects without medical tier
7
Build-listed crew maximum (source definition)
6
Advertised minimum crew
7
Operating station / seat count
6
Interior rooms / arrangement
Rear internal stairwells and ladders; Clear central cargo-hold route
Special equipment / features
Tractor Beam
Cargo arrangement / crate limits
9 extracted grid records; largest listed crate 1 SCU
Fuel / quantum information
Hydrogen capacity (source-native units); Hydrogen intake rate (source-native units); Quantum fuel capacity (source-native units); +1 more
Defenses / countermeasures
Extracted shield HP: 144000
Release / availability status
flight-ready
Length (m)
117 m
Beam (m)
50 m
Height (m)
25 m
Listed mass (kg)
720,000 kg
Listed SCM speed (m/s)
110 m/s
Listed maximum speed (m/s)
900 m/s
Listed pitch (degrees/s)
10 degrees/s
Listed yaw (degrees/s)
10 degrees/s
Listed roll (degrees/s)
17 degrees/s
Specification details and sources

Total bed objects (not berth capacity)

7

Count of extracted configuration objects, distinct from advertised crew, usable positions and patient beds.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Bed objects without medical tier

7

Raw bed objects without a functional medical tier, NOT sleeping capacity: includes bunk objects and may include medical-looking objects without medical function.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Build-listed crew maximum (source definition)

6

Build extractor source-listed crew field. Its counting semantics differ from advertised crew and may include payload/station configuration. Not a physical capacity or recommended crew.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Advertised minimum crew

7

Official advertised crew reference, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Distinct from extracted station/payload counts and practical solo operation.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Operating station / seat count

6

Count of extracted configuration objects, distinct from advertised crew, usable positions and patient beds.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Interior rooms / arrangement

Rear internal stairwells and ladders; Clear central cargo-hold route

DefenseCon Q&A describes traversal revisions for both Ironclad variants. This does not establish entrance counts or maximum vehicle fit.

Latest known value · Current published reference · Not verified in current gameplay

Special equipment / features

Tractor Beam

Exact listed utility mounts; current function and station access need the hull-specific source.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Cargo arrangement / crate limits

9 extracted grid records; largest listed crate 1 SCU

Grid records can repeat shared templates. Not a vehicle clearance or a verified largest fit.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Fuel / quantum information

Hydrogen capacity (source-native units): 43.2; Hydrogen intake rate (source-native units): 50; Quantum fuel capacity (source-native units): 20.9; Extracted quantum range (m): 540890269151

Versioned fitted drive/configuration; calculated range is not a measured route or safety reserve. Unlabelled capacity units are not reinterpreted as litres.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Defenses / countermeasures

Extracted shield HP: 144000

Configured shield total is not a damage immunity or a duration under fire.

Latest known value · Current published reference

Release / availability status

flight-ready

Matrix release status does not establish in-game shop stock or a purchase entitlement.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Length (m)

117 m

Official matrix m, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Beam (m)

50 m

Official matrix m, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Height (m)

25 m

Official matrix m, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed mass (kg)

720,000 kg

Official matrix kg, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed SCM speed (m/s)

110 m/s

Official matrix m/s, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed maximum speed (m/s)

900 m/s

Official matrix m/s, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed pitch (degrees/s)

10 degrees/s

Official matrix degrees/s, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed yaw (degrees/s)

10 degrees/s

Official matrix degrees/s, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Listed roll (degrees/s)

17 degrees/s

Official matrix degrees/s, row updated 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Reference value, not a measured current operating limit.

Latest known value · Official matrix snapshot

Not yet documented

Unknown does not mean absent.

  • Medical beds: Unknown
  • Treatment tier: Unknown
  • Regeneration range: Unknown
  • Treatment / imprint / MedGel requirements: Unknown
  • Sleeping berths: Unknown
  • Ore capacity (SCU): Unknown
  • Largest verified vehicle fit: Unknown
  • Vehicle space: Unknown
  • Documented fit examples: Unknown
  • Hangar / carried-craft capacity: Unknown
  • Snub / docking compatibility: Unknown
  • Included craft: Unknown
  • Pledge package contents: Unknown
  • Pilot weapons: Unknown
  • Missiles and torpedoes: Unknown
  • Point defense: Unknown
  • Solo use: Unknown
  • Build-listed crew minimum (source definition): Unknown
  • Passenger / jump seats: Unknown
  • Captain’s quarters: Unknown
  • Entrances / exits: Unknown
  • Refuel other craft: Unknown
  • Repair other craft: Unknown
  • Restock / rearm other craft: Unknown
Weapon mounts, fitted items and control stations (6 rows)

Direct mounts and pilot-slaved remote turrets are different assignments. See Pilot-controlled armament for documented slaving and crew override. Mount size alone does not establish installed gun size.

Ironclad: weapon reference
Mount / groupSize / mountsFitted items per mountControl evidence
Remote Turret weaponsSize 3 · 2 mounts · quantity 1
  • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3 · 2 per mount
Remote turret · Source group label
Remote Turret weaponsSize 2 · 1 mounts · quantity 1
  • Scorpion GT-215 Gatling · size 2 · 2 per mount
Remote turret · Source group label
Manned Turret turretsSize 5 · 1 mounts · quantity 1
  • AD5B Ballistic Gatling · size 5 · 2 per mount
Crewed turret · Source group label
Manned Turret turretsSize 3 · 1 mounts · quantity 1
  • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3 · 2 per mount
Crewed turret · Source group label
Drake Ironclad Torpedo Rack missilesSize 5 · 2 mounts · quantity 1No child loadout suppliedOperator not established · Assignment needs verification
Tractor Beam utility itemsSize 2 · 3 mounts · quantity 1
  • SureGrip S2 Tractor Beam · size 2 · 1 per mount
Utility station · Source group label
Full equipment and technical reference

Open to load this ship only.

Current equipped turrets (11 stations)

4.10.2-LIVE.12881860. A bridge-controllable flag alone does not identify the pilot as operator. Documented pilot slaving is described separately above.

  • hardpoint_manned_turret_bottom: Crewed turret
    • AD5B Ballistic Gatling · size 5
    • AD5B Ballistic Gatling · size 5
  • hardpoint_manned_turret_right: Crewed turret
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
  • hardpoint_remote_turret_interior: Remote turret
    • Scorpion GT-215 Gatling · size 2
    • Scorpion GT-215 Gatling · size 2
  • hardpoint_remote_turret_left: Remote turret
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
  • hardpoint_remote_turret_right: Remote turret
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
    • SW16BR3 “Shredder” Repeater · size 3
  • Joker Defcon - Noise Launcher: Operator not established
    • Joker Defcon Flares Ammo: Operator not established
      • Joker Defcon - Noise Launcher: Operator not established
        • Joker Defcon Flares Ammo: Operator not established
          • Drake Ironclad Torpedo Rack: Operator not established
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
          • Drake Ironclad Torpedo Rack: Operator not established
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5
            • Reaper V Missile · size 5

          Reviewed ship fact contributions

          Current independent corrections are reflected in the facts above and in catalog search, filters and comparison. Imported reference data and immutable review history stay intact. Material corrections earn current hull credit once per contributor and independent reviewer, not per revision. Existing private ship wishlists can receive one in-app notice; no email is sent.

          Plan a useful session
          YOUR FIRST USEFUL SESSION

          Check the route before filling the hold

          Move one load between compatible facilities without confusing volume, physical fit and contract requirements.

          SC Nomads planning advice. The linked visual guides contain controls, illustrated steps and dated sources.

          1. STEP 1

            Choose contract hauling or trading

            Read who owns the cargo, the delivery requirements and any purchase cost.

            Ready when: You understand what has to arrive and what money is at risk.

            Why it matters

            Begin with a small load. Trading your own stock and hauling contract cargo involve different responsibilities.

            Open the practical guide
          2. STEP 2

            Check the physical loading path

            Compare the shipment’s crate sizes with the actual grid, entrance and receiving facility.

            Ready when: Every planned box has a usable loading and unloading route.

            Why it matters

            The official SCU figure is a reference, not a guarantee that a vehicle or a particular box layout fits.

            Open the practical guide
          3. STEP 3

            Complete and verify the handoff

            Unload through the required process and check the contract or sale result.

            Ready when: The delivery is accepted before you take another job.

            Why it matters

            For trading, verify current buying demand and price at the destination. No static ship page can promise stock or profit.

            Open the practical guide

          Where to get this ship

          Selected community reports, checked 2026-10-20. Confirm the current price and availability at the terminal before spending aUEC.

          No dated offer included for this hull yet. This does not mean it is unavailable.

          Rental rules, resets and source limits

          Rentals are temporary access, not ownership. The PU rental timer continues while logged out, and rented component loadouts cannot be customized. Daily rates above do not establish discounts for longer rentals. RSI rental rules (updated 2026-04-28).

          In-game purchases are distinct from pledges and may be affected by Alpha resets. RSI in-game purchase guidance.

          Pledge availability and real-money prices have not been checked in this snapshot. Official ship information. An in-game offer does not establish pledge availability or that a game package is included.

          PEOPLE AND PREPARATION

          What changes when a friend joins?

          When you are alone

          Choose a first load you can move yourself in the available time. Count loading and unloading, not just the flight.

          7 advertised crew. This is an advertised crew reference, not a solo recommendation or passenger-seat count.

          Record my Ironclad setup and results

          Travel and recovery

          Check installed travel equipment and reachable services. The role and external dimensions do not establish range or jump capability.

          Plan how you return
          CHECK THIS HULL

          The details that change a Ironclad session.

          Expand a note for its consequence, practical response and evidence. Design references, current issues and player reports are labeled separately.

          Engineering access varies by hullOfficial reference · Assigning an engineer to this crew

          The official 4.8 table distinguishes full, partial and basic implementations. A working console does not prove every component is physically accessible.

          What helps

          Walk the repair route and check the current implementation before assigning repair duties.

          CIG Engineering Gameplay Guide

          Source: Guide includes Alpha 4.8 implementation stages, checked 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Source reviewed; not independently tested in the current game patch.

          Spare parts have a field-replacement limitOfficial reference · Packing components for repairs away from services

          Accessible Size 1 and 2 components can be exchanged in flight. Larger components need hangar replacement.

          What helps

          Check size and physical access before buying spares. Carry the appropriate repair tools and plan a service stop.

          CIG Engineering Gameplay Guide

          Source: Guide includes Alpha 4.8 implementation stages, checked 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Source reviewed; not independently tested in the current game patch.

          A field repair is not a factory resetOfficial reference · Restoring a destroyed component

          A repaired destroyed component is not fully restored. If destroyed again, it needs docking before another repair.

          What helps

          Repair enough to return safely, then service the ship. Do not budget repeated destruction as unlimited repairs.

          CIG Engineering Gameplay Guide

          Source: Guide includes Alpha 4.8 implementation stages, checked 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Source reviewed; not independently tested in the current game patch.

          A fitted component still needs powerOfficial reference · A loadout leaves a system greyed out

          Combined demand can exceed the available power pool.

          What helps

          Check power allocation and operating mode before assuming the component is broken.

          CIG Engineering Gameplay Guide

          Source: Guide includes Alpha 4.8 implementation stages, checked 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Source reviewed; not independently tested in the current game patch.

          Listed crew is not a solo recommendationPlanning check · Planning to run this ship alone

          The matrix crew count does not explain which tools, turrets and engineering tasks the pilot can operate from one seat.

          What helps

          Borrow the exact variant and walk the stations. Check pilot controls, repairs and cargo handling with your normal crew before choosing it.

          Official matrix snapshot and model reference

          Source: 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Editorial planning advice, not a confirmed defect.

          SCU is not a vehicle-fit guaranteePlanning check · Loading a vehicle, large box or mission shipment

          A volume figure does not describe door clearance, crate sizes or access around a load.

          What helps

          Check the real opening and cargo grid with your intended load. Keep a clear path between stations, exits and equipment.

          Official matrix snapshot and model reference

          Source: 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Editorial planning advice, not a confirmed defect.

          Access and equipment need a separate checkPlanning check · Buying, renting or fitting this variant

          The official matrix is a reference snapshot. It does not guarantee current shop stock, prices, rental modification access or component compatibility.

          What helps

          Confirm the exact variant and fitting in the current game or a current patch data source before spending currency.

          Official matrix snapshot and model reference

          Source: 2026-10-13 · Reviewed 2026-10-13. Editorial planning advice, not a confirmed defect.

          LEARN THE RELEVANT WORK

          Practical guides for this role.

          Reference equipment and specification provenance

          The official matrix was retrieved on 2026-10-15. This entry's source timestamp is 2026-05-27 20:00:57. Listed components may not match the current in-game fit or stock. These entries do not establish compatibility, physical access or pilot control.

          CategoryReference itemListed sizeMountsQuantity
          radarSurveyor-Max311
          fuel tanksInternal TankUnspecified11
          quantum drivesKama311
          jump modulesExodus311
          quantum fuel tanksInternal TankUnspecified11
          power plantsGinzel321
          coolersThermalCore331
          shield generatorsStronghold341
          life supportComfortAir Max311
          weaponsRemote Turret321
          weaponsRemote Turret211
          turretsManned Turret511
          turretsManned Turret311
          missilesDrake Ironclad Torpedo Rack521
          utility itemsTractor Beam231
          Check official source