Ricardo introduces his new Road Runner build in Elite Dangerous, focusing on speed and agility with an experimental frame shift drive. He tests the ship’s performance, faces challenges with overheating and fuel consumption, and considers its potential applications for quick getaways and trade runs.
Ricardo introduces his new Road Runner build in Elite Dangerous, inspired by a comment referencing the new Achilles frame shift Drive. He showcases the build on an old Dolphin ship, focusing on speed and agility rather than combat capabilities. The ship is equipped with heat sink launchers, lightweight alloys, and a low emission power plant, along with a supercruise overcharge version of the class 4 frame shift drive.
The build also includes optional internals such as a frame shift drive booster, cargo rack, fuel tanks, and an autofield maintenance unit. Ricardo plans to test the ship’s performance in space trials, noting its small size, nimbleness, and cool running temperature. He considers visiting an engineer to enhance the ship’s thermal efficiency further.
During a test flight near the Hutton system, Ricardo experiences high temperatures due to proximity to a sun but manages to cool down the ship by adjusting power distribution. He engages the frame shift drive, pushing the ship to high speeds but faces challenges with overheating and fuel consumption. Ricardo suggests using the ship for quick getaways, trade runs, or escaping pirates, despite potential limitations and risks associated with the experimental frame shift drive.
He reflects on the benefits and drawbacks of the new module, emphasizing the fun factor of the build despite its potential fuel consumption issues. Ricardo speculates on future improvements to the frame shift drive and ponders on the practical applications of the ship in various scenarios. Overall, he finds the Road Runner build to be a unique and enjoyable addition to his Elite Dangerous experience, even if it comes with its own set of challenges and uncertainties.