The Drake Ironclad Assault ship can accommodate a wide range of ground vehicles, including Ballistas, tanks, Ursa Medevac, Cyclones, and even smaller ships like the Talon and Vanguard, with ample space and accessibility. However, the ship currently faces issues such as non-functional repair and rearming systems, command module bugs, and occasional vehicle glitches, which the creator hopes will be fixed before its official release.
In this video, the creator tests which ground vehicles fit inside the Drake Ironclad Assault ship, starting at a mining station. The first vehicle tested is the Ballista, which fits very well with ample height clearance and room for multiple units. The new vehicle loadout recovery system limits spawning multiple Ballistas, but the ship can accommodate four of them with a clear walkway in the middle. The cargo grid can hold many size five torpedoes for rearming, although the rearming function itself does not currently work on the Ironclad Assault.
Next, the Nova and Storm tanks are tested, both fitting comfortably inside the ship. The Ironclad Assault can hold up to six tanks with a central walkway for easy access. The Storm tank moves smoothly despite a track animation glitch. The video also highlights the importance of fitting the Ursa Medevac for medical purposes, as the ship lacks a medical bay. The Ursa Medevac fits inside with minor collision issues that are easily resolved by using a different door.
Smaller vehicles like the MDC with ballistic PDC and various Cyclone models also fit well, with the ability to park multiple units on each side of the ship. The Cyclone MT, the tallest of the Cyclones, fits easily and can be parked in multiples. The MPUV personnel vehicle fits comfortably, making the Ironclad Assault suitable for troop transport. However, the ship suffers from some bugs, including strange gravity effects that can trap vehicles.
The video then tests larger ships such as the Talon and Vanguard. The Talon fits inside the Ironclad Assault when using VTOL mode with landing gear deployed. The Vanguard also fits but requires careful positioning and keeping the hangar doors open. Repair and rearming functions for ships inside the Ironclad Assault currently do not work, which the creator hopes will be fixed before the ship goes live.
In conclusion, the Drake Ironclad Assault is a versatile and powerful ship capable of carrying a wide variety of ground vehicles and smaller ships. However, it is hampered by significant issues with the command module and non-functional repair and rearming systems, which negatively impact the overall experience. The creator hopes these problems will be addressed to make the ship more playable and enjoyable in the future.