In the video, Daniel Raymond revises his ranking of middle-freight ships in the game, highlighting recent updates like the addition of the Asgard and new features, and emphasizes a focus on cargo hauling efficiency. He concludes that the raft is the best overall middle-freight ship due to its large capacity, affordability, and ease of loading, while also discussing other notable ships like the Taurus, Starrunner, and Asgard.
In this video, Daniel Raymond revisits his previous ranking of middle-freight ships in the game, updating his analysis due to recent changes in the game, including new ships like the Asgard and features related to the raft. He explains that he has revised his scoring system, notably adding price as a criterion and adjusting the cargo capacity bracket to 100-200 SCU for better clarity. Raymond emphasizes that his focus remains on a ship’s ability to haul cargo efficiently, rather than other attributes like hit points or shields, to better serve players interested in freight hauling.
Raymond details his evaluation criteria, which include cargo capacity, efficiency, vehicle carrying ability, the capacity to carry specific cargo loaders and vehicles, ease of loading, and value based on cost. He explains how he calculates scores for each ship across these categories, using the geometric mean to derive an overall rating. This comprehensive approach helps compare ships objectively based on their practical hauling capabilities, taking into account their strengths and weaknesses in various loading and cargo management aspects.
He then reviews several ships in the middle freight category, starting with the Zeus 2 CL, which excels in tractor beam capability and has a lower price but is hindered by an inefficient cargo layout and complex loading sequences. The Freelancer Max follows, valued for its vehicle handling and ability to carry an Atlas cargo loader, but it suffers from a difficult cargo bay and lower capacity. The Mercury Starrunner is highlighted for its vehicle capacity and ability to carry an Atlas loader, but it also faces issues with layout efficiency, which impacted its ranking.
The newly added Asgard is introduced as a strong contender, with high cargo capacity, good vehicle handling, and the ability to carry vehicles and an Atlas loader without losing cargo space. However, its higher price and awkward grid layout prevent it from ranking higher. The Constellation Taurus is recognized for its good vehicle capacity, easy cargo lift, and well-positioned tractor beam, making it a reliable choice. Ultimately, the raft emerges as the top middle freight ship, praised for its large capacity, efficiency, ease of loading, and affordability, despite some limitations in vehicle handling.
In conclusion, Raymond underscores that the raft is the best overall choice for middle freight hauling due to its capacity, cost-effectiveness, and user-friendly features. However, for players prioritizing versatility beyond pure freight, ships like the Taurus, Starrunner, or Asgard may be more suitable. He also updates viewers on ongoing giveaways, including contests for ships like the Asgard, the Starlancer TAC, and other ships, encouraging viewers to participate by subscribing or commenting with a secret word. Raymond signs off, wishing viewers safe flying and promising more content in future videos.