Raven Class
Created by Captain Alexander Gunning on Mon Apr 30th, 2012 @ 7:28am
The five Raven class vessels assigned to carry out scientific expeditions from SB332.
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There are five Raven Class Science Vessels assigned to Starbase 332. They were all built in the same batch at Proxima Fleet Yards.
Specifications
Expected Duration: 20 years
Time Between Resupply: 0 years
Time Between Refit: 5 years
Personnel
Officers: 5
Enlisted Crew: 0
Marines: 0
Passengers: 5
Maximum (Evacuation) Capacity: 15
Speed
Cruising Velocity: Warp 4
Maximum Velocity: Warp 6.5
Emergency Velocity: Warp 7.5 (for 12 hours)
Dimensions
Length: 96 metres
Width: 69 metres
Height: 17 metres
Decks: 5
Armament
Defensive Systems
Structural Integrity Field
Phasers
Type IV Array: 4
Shielding Systems
Auto-Modulating Shielding System
Standard Shielding System
Torpedoes
Burst-Fire Torpedo Launcher
Probe: 5
Description
The Raven-class support ships came into service in the early 2350's. The design brief called for a small research vessel which could be utilised by both Starfleet and civilian scientific research programs. Because of the Raven's internal adaptability, Starfleet believed that their sole application as research vessels was somewhat short-sighted and they soon saw service as couriers, passenger transports and scouts by Starfleet and civilian organisations since their commissioning in the 2350's.
Since they are not solely Starfleet vessels they do not need to have an extensive military capability and as a result they are only lightly armed for defensive purposes. The real marvel of the Raven-class is her ability to travel medium to long distances. The class has one of the better fuel efficiency ratings on record and because the navigation and propulsion systems are highly automated, one or two people can operate these ships for long periods of time with little aid from a Starbase or other docking facility.
For the Raven's deck listing, please click here.
Categories: Sim Reference | Garrison Vessels