How does the Terrapin compare to the Freelancer DUR?
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The Terrapin is tough as boots. It's designed to be able to handle any eventuality in the dark unknown of space. From a military perspective it's also extremely usable as a recon ship. Able to survey fleet movements and sustain a lot of direct fire if discovered, the Terrapin's secondary use is a way to insert or rescue people from combat zones is also highly appealing.
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