Elite Dangerous: Why the Python & Krait Still Matter After the Type-11

With the release of the Lakon Type-11 Prospector, Elite Dangerous finally has its first purpose-built mining ship — but how does it stack up against the classic medium-pad miners like the Python, Krait Mk II, Asp Explorer, and Type-8 Transporter?

In this ultra-detailed review, we break down:
⛏️ The Type-11 Prospector’s dedicated mining tools and rebalanced stats.
🚀 How its 288t cargo hold and hybrid mining laser change the mining loop.
⚖️ Direct comparisons with the Python, Krait Mk II, Asp Explorer, and Type-8.
💬 Why older ships still remain relevant despite the Prospector’s arrival.
📊 Which ship is truly the best medium miner in Elite Dangerous?

For years, Python has been the default mining king — able to mine, trade, fight, and land at outposts. The Krait Mk II earned a reputation as the most fun deep-core miner, while the Asp Explorer gave new players an entry point and the Type-8 offered massive cargo in a medium pad.

Now the Prospector changes the landscape by doing something no ship has done before: forcing specialisation. Restricted hardpoints and reserved slots mean it can’t pivot into other roles, but what it can do is mine more efficiently than any of its rivals.

So, does that make it the new meta ship for miners? Or do the old legends still hold value?

🔥 Watch the full breakdown to find out.

👉 Let us know in the comments: which ship is YOUR pick for the best medium miner in Elite Dangerous?

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⏱️Timestamps⏱️
00:00 Introduction
01:42 Lakon Type 11 Miner
05:16 Python Mk1 Miner
07:52 Krait Mk 2 Miner
09:52 Asp Explorer Miner
11:46 Lakon Type-8 Miner
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