Cargo hauling in Star Citizen is one of the cornerstone gameplay loops one can take on in the 'verse. From small courier boxes you can grab on the go to massive Hull C inter-system thousand count plus SCU cargo deliveries, you can easily make a quick credit in this near fleshed out loop.
This SC Starter Guide section covers everything you need to know about cargo-related professions, including ship recommendations, trade routes, and specialized gameplay mechanics.
Courier missions are currently missing from the game due to ongoing Mission Refactoring
Hauling missions are the most prevelant missions in Star Citizen today. This covers your contractor offered hauling missions found in the MobiGlas app
Transporter missions are currently not implemented in Star Citizen
Ship | Size | Cargo Capacity (SCU) | Best For |
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MISC Freelancer | Medium | 66 | Solo hauling, versatility |
MISC Hull C | Large | 4,608 | Bulk commodity trading |
Crusader C2 Hercules | Large | 696 | Vehicle transport, high-value cargo |
Drake Caterpillar | Large | 576 | Modular cargo operations |