In a first look at the Crusader C1 ship in Star Citizen, the host explores its features including the tractor beam, cargo space, and component access. The ship shows promise for salvage missions and the ability to tow smaller ships, although there are some limitations and bugs that need to be addressed.
In this video, the host takes a first look at the Crusader C1 ship in Star Citizen. Due to some bugs in the live environment, he is exploring the ship in the experimental PTU. The ship has a similar layout to other ships in the Crusader line, with the cockpit and M5A gimbals being familiar features. He moves on to check out the co-pilot seat and its access to a remote turret or tractor beam. The tractor beam appears functional and has a good range of motion, making it useful for salvage missions.
Moving inside the ship, the host explores the beds, the eating area, and various storage lockers. He finds the cargo hold to be conflicting in terms of its size, with reports stating it is either 48 or 64 SCU. He also discovers additional space at the rear of the cargo hold. The ship has component access similar to the A1 Spirit. The host demonstrates the capability of the tractor beam by capturing and moving small objects within the ship.
He then tests the ship’s capabilities in the live environment. He confirms the cargo size to be 64 SCU and proceeds to load some cargo boxes. The UI for trading is new to him but proves to be intuitive. He also experiments with the tractor beam’s ability to grab larger objects, successfully capturing a paramedical device. Additionally, he tests the ship’s performance by flying it, checking the top speed, acceleration, and maneuverability. The ship’s weapons include four size three missiles and a capacitor rate allowing for 34 to 41 shots.
Lastly, the host initiates a test with another player piloting an Arrow ship while the host operates the tractor beam. They successfully tow the Arrow ship while in motion, although some issues arise when the host turns off their ship’s engines. It is discovered that the tractor beam can hold ships, but the ship itself is not a dedicated vehicle hauler. The test concludes with the host trying to grab the other player’s body from the cargo hold.
Overall, the first look at the Crusader C1 ship showcases its features such as the tractor beam, cargo space, component access, and performance. It highlights the ship’s potential for salvage missions and its ability to tow smaller ships. However, it also demonstrates some limitations and bugs that need to be addressed.