In this video, Loudguns discusses the best cargo haulers currently available in Star Citizen, highlighting the importance of cargo hauling as a vital part of the game’s economy and gameplay. With the recent release of the MISC Hull B and the Captains of Industry mini patch, cargo logistics is becoming increasingly significant, especially with upcoming features like base building. Loudguns emphasizes that while many ships can be purchased with real money, nearly all are available to earn in-game through credits, encouraging new players to take advantage of free fly events and starter packs.
The Argo RAFT is presented as the current top choice for medium-sized cargo haulers based on a balance of cargo capacity, grid optimization, ease of use, and affordability. Priced at just under 3.4 million credits, it offers 192 SCU of cargo space with a highly efficient grid layout that accommodates large cargo boxes, making loading and unloading faster and more flexible. Compared to other ships like the RSI Connie Taurus, the RAFT’s cargo grid allows better handling of various cargo sizes, which is crucial for missions and salvage operations.
The newly introduced MISC Hull B is poised to challenge the RAFT’s position with its impressive 512 SCU cargo capacity and optimized grid spread over eight panels, allowing it to carry more large cargo containers than most medium haulers. Although it is not yet purchasable with in-game currency, the Hull B’s design is praised for supporting multi-leg cargo missions and mining operations, despite some landing stability issues due to its shape. Loudguns also announces a giveaway of a Hull B in collaboration with CRJ, inviting viewers to join his Discord for a chance to win.
For entry-level haulers, the video compares the Drake GoldeN OX and the MISC Hull A, favoring the GoldeN OX for its better cargo grid flexibility despite the Hull A being currently available in-game. The Crusader Spirit C1 is given an honorable mention for its stealth capabilities and internal cargo hold, which is advantageous for anti-piracy and smuggling roles, although it comes at a higher price point. The Esperia Prowler is noted for its small cargo capacity but exceptional stealth and speed, making it suitable for high-risk, high-reward cargo runs.
Finally, Loudguns covers the larger haulers like the Drake Caterpillar C2 and the MISC Hull-C. The C2 offers a versatile 696 SCU cargo space and the ability to transport ground vehicles, making it ideal for organizational logistics and multi-purpose hauling. The Hull-C stands out as the largest cargo hauler with a massive 4,608 SCU capacity but is limited to space travel only, unable to land on planets when fully loaded. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to share their favorite cargo ships in the comments and to subscribe for more content, highlighting the exciting future of cargo gameplay in Star Citizen.
