Cutter Scout Guide, Specs & Features
What to know
The Drake Cutter Scout turns the compact Cutter into a one-person reconnaissance ship. A scanner with twice the range of the standard model, a rugged frame, modest cargo space, and basic living facilities let one pilot investigate routes and signals without moving up to a...
Cutter Scout specifications
Long-range fieldwork aboard the Cutter Scout
An expedition aboard the Cutter Scout begins with the enlarged scanning array and armored frame, while range, supplies, and surface equipment let the crew investigate and return safely. The Scout's upgraded radar reaches twice as far as the standard Cutter's scanner, giving one pilot more time to examine routes and signals. The Scout keeps the Cutter's tough, approachable frame while adding the scanning equipment needed to examine routes and signals ahead of the main group.
Life and work beyond the Cutter Scout's last easy stop
Aboard the Cutter Scout, sensors, range, and unusual protection let the ship remain on a difficult observation task longer than a lighter scout.
Development note: The Cutter Scout is flight ready and entered the live game in Alpha 3.21.0. Because Star Citizen remains in active development, specifications, features, and imagery may change over time.
Cutter Scout's expedition equipment
The Cutter Scout uses the enlarged scanning array and armored frame to begin the investigation, then relies on range, supplies, and field equipment to continue it and return.
The Scout's upgraded radar reaches twice as far as the standard Cutter's scanner, giving one pilot more time to examine routes and signals.
The Scout keeps the Cutter's tough, approachable frame while adding the scanning equipment needed to examine routes and signals ahead of the main group.
The Cutter Scout carries up to 2 SCU on its cargo grid and provides another 2.65 SCU of internal stowage for personal equipment and supplies.
The scanner station gives the crew one place to review contacts and choose the next destination.
The crew can keep field equipment accessible when a promising site needs a closer look.
The Cutter's dedicated reconnaissance station
The Cutter Scout trades part of the base ship's cargo space for stronger scanning equipment and a dedicated operator station. It can check signals and routes before sending a larger ship into the area.
A larger scanning array inside a compact armored scout
Use the enlarged scanning array and armored frame to decide which signal, location, or route deserves more of the Cutter Scout's time and supplies.
Follow the first scan with a closer look, using the Cutter Scout's field equipment or surface access to collect complete records or samples.
Save the maps, samples, and scan records gathered through the enlarged scanning array and armored frame for the journey home.
Scan hazardous areas with the Cutter Scout
The Cutter Scout uses the enlarged scanning array and armored frame to identify threats and reports them early enough for nearby ships to respond.
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Choose the expedition goal before planning the distance
The Cutter Scout leaves port with a destination, a fieldwork plan, and enough fuel and supplies for the return.
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Survey the destination before deploying people or vehicles
The Cutter Scout's crew uses the enlarged scanning array and armored frame to decide what deserves closer investigation and which equipment should leave the ship.
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Take people and equipment beyond the Cutter Scout's first scan
The Cutter Scout carries field equipment so the expedition can examine the site instead of simply marking its location.
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Finish the expedition with a safe return
The crew preserves enough range and life support for the Cutter Scout to bring the expedition home without depending on an ideal route.
Cutter Scout's exploration systems
The Cutter Scout uses its enlarged scanning array and armored frame to start an investigation, then provides the range, field equipment, supplies, and living space needed to continue away from port.
The Cutter Scout's compact living area includes a bed and shower for longer missions away from port.
Two Size 2 gun hardpoints and two Size 2 missile hardpoints give the Scout a basic defensive loadout when observation turns dangerous.
Inside the Cutter Scout, route planning and fuel awareness give the crew enough margin to use the enlarged scanning array and armored frame beyond familiar stops.
Aboard the Cutter Scout, equipment, storage, and access help the crew investigate a discovery once a promising site is found.
Expedition roles
The Cutter Scout's crew coordinates navigation, scanner work, ship condition, and a timely report through the reconnaissance run.
Living and working
The Cutter Scout uses its enlarged scanning array and armored frame to gather a useful sensor report while the crew manages exposure, endurance, and the route back to support.
Aboard the Cutter Scout, route choice and ship condition determine how long the scout can remain near an uncertain signal.
Aboard the Cutter Scout, the investigation begins with the enlarged scanning array and armored frame, while supplies, surface access, and navigation keep the crew prepared for the return.
For the Cutter Scout, identity, location, movement, hazards, and confidence in the reading give nearby ships information it can act on.
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