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P-72 Archimedes Emerald - Standalone Ship
Standalone CCU'ed is a complete ship or vehicle. It is not an upgrade! CCU'ed simply means that it was created by upgrading a smaller ship or vehicle to the one you are buying. Please also note that in the gift email, only the ship that was used as the base for upgrading will be named. Please don't worry, the actual ship you will see in your hangar will be the one you've ordered.
For example, this is how a CCU'ed Polaris looks like in hangar on RSI website.
When you unfold the details you can see that it actually contains a Polaris
Original Concept is a ship or vehicle that is not upgraded in any way or form and comes with Life Time Insurance (LTI). They are usually sought after by collectors. Here is an example image of Original Concept Carrack.
Some rare packages like Collectors Edition ones might be categorized as Original Concept even if they were upgraded, but that's because the main value comes from the original package that is included and not the upgrades. In those cases the upgrades will be listed in the title and exact contents shown in the screenshots of the listing.
Standalone CCU'ed
Standalone CCU'ed is a complete ship or vehicle. It is not an upgrade! CCU'ed simply means that it was created by upgrading a smaller ship or vehicle to the one you are buying. Please also note that in the gift email, only the ship that was used as the base for upgrading will be named. Please don't worry, the actual ship you will see in your hangar will be the one you've ordered.
For example, this is how a CCU'ed Polaris looks like in hangar on RSI website.
When you unfold the details you can see that it actually contains a Polaris
Original Concept
Original Concept is a ship or vehicle that is not upgraded in any way or form and comes with Life Time Insurance (LTI). They are usually sought after by collectors. Here is an example image of Original Concept Carrack.
Some rare packages like Collectors Edition ones might be categorized as Original Concept even if they were upgraded, but that's because the main value comes from the original package that is included and not the upgrades. In those cases the upgrades will be listed in the title and exact contents shown in the screenshots of the listing.
Standalone Not CCU'ed
Standalone NOT CCU'ed ships and vehicles as the name suggests are simply items that were not upgraded. They are similar to the Original Concept ones but they do not have LTI.
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Kruger Intergalactic P-72 Archimedes Emerald Overview
The P-72 Archimedes Emerald is a single-seat snub racing ship from Kruger Intergalactic, presented as a distinctive variant of the P-72 Archimedes built for pilots who want a nimble companion craft with a luxury edge. Flight ready since Alpha 3.9.1, it keeps the Archimedes’ compact, high-agility profile while offering a special-edition identity that stands out on approach, on the grid, and in the hangar.
Stella Fortuna Special Edition Styling
Designed to commemorate the Stella Fortuna holiday, the Archimedes Emerald features a unique grey, green, and orange color scheme that sets it apart from the standard P-72 presentation. It’s a celebratory livery that reads instantly recognizable without changing the core purpose: a fast, light snub that’s all about precision flying.
Competition-Bred Racing Role
Classed in the Competition career with a racing role, the Archimedes Emerald is built around the idea of responsive handling and acceleration. The design emphasizes a lightweight hull and an extra intake, pairing sleek form with the kind of control that rewards confident inputs in high-speed flight.
Agility-Focused Snub Performance
As a true snub-sized craft, the P-72 is intended for pilots who value sharp maneuvering and the pure pleasure of flight as much as the practical advantages of a quick-response runabout. With a one-person crew and no cargo capacity, its priorities stay clear: speed, control, and getting a pilot exactly where they need to be.
Compact Storage and Carrier Flexibility
The Archimedes’ compact frame is highlighted as a key advantage, enabling it to fit into the cargo bays of larger ships that can accommodate a snub of its size. That flexibility makes it an easy add-on for captains who want a small craft available for short trips, scouting, or quick point-to-point travel without committing a full-size ship to every task.
Constellation Docking Cradle Compatibility
The P-72 is engineered to use RSI’s Constellation series docking cradle, sharing this compatibility with the P-52 and creating a natural pairing with Constellation-based operations. For owners who run a Constellation with a dedicated snub bay, that built-in synergy keeps deployment and recovery clean and purpose-made.
Light Defensive Bite for a Racing Snub
Although primarily designed for racing, the P-72 Archimedes Emerald includes four Size 1 gun hardpoints to help ensure the pilot isn’t left entirely vulnerable. It’s not a replacement for a dedicated fighter, but it provides a baseline defensive option for a craft whose main job is to be fast, agile, and ready to launch.
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Star Citizen offers its players the chance to upgrade their virtual spacecraft through a feature known as "Cross Chassis Upgrades" or CCUs. These upgrades allow users to swap one ship for another while maintaining the original ship's value. To effectively apply these upgrades, follow the instructions below:
1. Purchase the CCU
Before anything else, you must first buy the CCU you want. You can do this by:
- Head over to our upgrades section
- Find the upgrade to the ship you want to upgrade to and choose the correct source ship from the drop down menu
- Complete the purchase
- Wait for the delivery via RSI gifting system (in most cases you should receive an email with the gift link in a few minutes)
- Claim the upgrade by logging in on the RSI website and then clicking the gift link
2. Locate Your CCU in Your Hangar
After purchasing, your CCU will be sent to your online hangar.
- Go to the "My Hangar" section on the RSI website.
- Browse through your hangar's list until you find the CCU you just purchased.
3. Apply the Upgrade
Now that you've located the CCU, the next step is to apply it to your ship.
- Click on the arrow located next to your CCU to expand its details.
- Find the "Apply Upgrade" button and click on it.
- You'll be taken to a page that will show both your current ship and the ship you want to upgrade to. Confirm that the details are accurate.
- Click "Next" to move on to the final step.
- On this page, you'll have to confirm the ship you're upgrading and the ship you're getting. If everything is right, click on the "Apply Upgrade" button.
Once you've done this, the upgrade will be finalized, and your old ship will be replaced with the new one in your hangar.
Important Notes
- Melt Value: It's vital to remember that the melt value (the amount you'll get if you exchange your ship for store credit) remains based on the original ship's cost plus the cost of the CCU.
- Downgrades: As of the last update, it's not possible to downgrade ships. If you want a cheaper ship, you'll have to melt your current ship and repurchase the desired one.
- Insurance: When you upgrade a ship, the insurance and other bonuses from the original ship will carry over to the new ship.
- Chaining CCU's: If you are unable to find a direct CCU, you can simply chain the upgrades and apply them one by one to get the ship you want.
By following the above steps, you can smoothly upgrade your ship in Star Citizen and explore the vast universe in a brand-new spacecraft. Always make sure to confirm all details before finalizing any upgrade to avoid potential issues.
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