Can I use a mobile drilling platform with a Mercury?

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Dogstar060763
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Can I use a mobile drilling platform with a Mercury?

Post by Dogstar060763 » Mon, 23. Jan 12, 21:52

Because whenever I try and buy one the game won't let me (I have more than enough funds), but never tells me why? I found out from info that you can use a MDP *if* your ship can use one - how do I find this out?

Any help appreciated. I'm a 'Humble Trader' btw.

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Post by Nanook » Mon, 23. Jan 12, 21:57

Check the info screen of the Mercury for acceptable lasers (Mobile Drilling System is considered a 'laser') in the laser section.
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Post by kylania » Mon, 23. Jan 12, 22:25

I seem to remember some of the cheaper TS ships being able to fit one but not having enough energy to actually fire one. You might want to try finding an actual "Miner" version of it, or getting a larger ship like the Mistral Super Freighter instead.

Actually this thread shows how to use it. It's fitted to your rear turret...

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Post by Dogstar060763 » Mon, 23. Jan 12, 23:07

kylania wrote:Actually this thread shows how to use it. It's fitted to your rear turret...
Thanks, that's very useful info.

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