The video explores the 600i ship’s limited hangar capacity and rearming capabilities in Star Citizen, demonstrating its ability to service smaller vehicles and ships despite cargo and size constraints. While some limitations exist—such as restricted ammunition storage and the need for ballistic weapons to restock certain countermeasures—the 600i shows promise as a versatile support mothership, with improvements anticipated in future updates.
The video discusses the limitations and capabilities of the 600i ship’s hangar and rearming services in Star Citizen. The 600i has a limited cargo capacity of 44 SU, which restricts the amount of ammunition and supplies that can be automatically purchased and stored. The presenter attempts to buy various sizes of ammunition boxes, decoys, countermeasures, hydrogen, and quantum fuel but quickly hits the purchase limit, highlighting that the ship cannot fully refuel or repair due to these constraints. The focus is primarily on testing the rearming function rather than full logistical support.
Inside the 600i, the presenter explores the lower deck where the hangar and cargo area are located. Despite some minor issues like non-functioning doors, the ship’s interior looks impressive with detailed 3D displays. The hangar is notably small, barely fitting one hover bike (Dragonfly) at a time. The presenter demonstrates that rearming is possible but requires careful positioning and sometimes raising the hangar lift to enable the service. This mechanic proves essential for servicing various vehicles and ships.
Several ships and vehicles are tested for compatibility with the 600i’s hangar services. The Dragonfly hover bike, Cyclone MT rover, P-52 Merlin, M50 Interceptor, Razer, Gladius, 85X, and Fury are all brought in for rearming trials. Smaller vehicles like the Dragonfly and Cyclone can be rearmed when the hangar is raised, while larger ships such as the Merlin and M50 require precise maneuvering and partial hangar lift usage. Some ships, like the Gladius, present difficulties due to size constraints, but most can be serviced with some effort.
A notable limitation discovered is that rearming decoys and countermeasures only works if the ship also has ballistic weapons equipped; ships with only laser weapons cannot restock these defensive items independently. This restriction could pose challenges during gameplay when players rely heavily on non-ballistic weaponry. Despite this, the presenter is enthusiastic about the practical support role the 600i can now fulfill, especially when paired with smaller ships like the Fury, which fits well inside the hangar for quick rearming and redeployment.
In conclusion, the video highlights that while the 600i currently has cargo and size limitations, its hangar services offer valuable support capabilities for a variety of ships and vehicles. The presenter looks forward to the upcoming 600i rework, which is expected to enhance the ship’s functionality and aesthetics. Overall, the 600i is transitioning from a primarily luxury vessel to a more versatile mothership, capable of providing logistical support and rearming services during missions, making it a more practical and appealing option for players.