U.S.S. Starfinder

U.S.S. Starfinder

Starfleet Starfinder-class

Heavy Cruiser; Commissioned: 2363

HULL DATA
Structure: 30
Size/Decks: 6/23
Length/Height/Beam: 320/72/156
Complement: 575

TACTICAL DATA
Phasers: Type X (x4/C)
Penetration: 6/5/5/0/0
Torpedo Launchers: Mk 90 DF (x2/B)
Photon Penetration: 5/5/5/5/5
Deflector Shield: FSQ (D)
Protection/Threshold: 17/4

PROPULSION DATA
Impulse System: FIG-7 (.95c) (E)
Warp System: LF-45 (6/9.6/9.9) (C)

OPERATIONAL DATA
Atmosphere Capable: No
Cargo Units: 60
Life Support: Class 4 (E)
Operations System: Class 4 (E)
Sensor System: Class 4 (E)
Separation System: Yes (emergency)
Shuttlebay: 1 a
Shuttlecraft: 6 Size worth
Tractor Beams: 1 fv, 1 a
Transporters: 6 standard, 6 emergency

MISCELLANEOUS DATA
Maneuver Modifiers: +2 C, +0 H, +2 T
Traits: Unique System (Impulse Drive)

Mission

The basis for the Starfinder-class was the Constitution-class and thus was designed as a multi-role deep-space exploration cruiser. It is able to operate for extended periods and project a Federation presence even further than before. It is extremely well armed and is one of the fastest ships in the fleet. It has lavish accommodations for diplomatic and courier missions and full of scientific laboratories and personnel to make the cruiser a superb exploratory and scientific platform.

Features

Using state-of-the-art Federation technology, the Starfinder-class is a technological marvel. It hosts modern Type X phaser banks, new Mk 90 DF photon torpedo launchers and a modern, FSQ deflector shield. The Starfinder-class is one of the fastest ships in Starfleet. Capable of maximum warp speed of 9.9, the Starfinder-class is installed with a prototype warp drive, the LF-45. Also, a second prototype system, FIG-7 impulse drive, has been painstakingly installed, making the Starfinder-class capable of reaching .95 sublight speed.

As the Galaxy-class, the Starfinder-class is able to house families on board. This was calculated to counter the debilitating effects of long-term separation resulting from deep space exploration.

Background

The Galaxy-class was intended to take deep-space exploration to a level never before attempted by Starfleet. Building on the experiences of the Constitution-class, and after a long period of relative peace, Starfleet Command desired to return to a more outward-looking mission. Conflict with the Klingons had abated and the Romulan Empire remained dormant behind their Neutral Zone. The Constitution-class designed as a multi-mission deep-space vessel, had performed admirably despite the relatively small number constructed and their high rate of attrition. The Galaxy-class was meant to project Federation influence, engage in deep-space investigation, and operate autonomously as the Constitution-class had done a century earlier.

Because of the size of the Galaxy-class, Starfleet never intended to construct a large number of these ships. Beyond the initial six that were launched, another six spaceframes were completed but never assembled; they were instead held for a time of emergency.

By far the most famous Galaxy-class starship is the U.S.S. Enterprise-D, under the command of Captain Jean-Luc Picard. The Enterprise is responsible for numerous first contact and exploratory missions.

Ships in Service

Name	Registry	Notes
U.S.S. Enterprise	NCC-1701-D	Commanded by Captain Jean-Luc Picard (2364-); sixth vessel to bear the name (R35, Famous, Flagship (+5 C))
U.S.S. Galaxy	NX-70637	Lead ship of the line; (R3)
U.S.S. Magellan	NCC-71820
U.S.S. Odyssey	NCC-71832
U.S.S. Trinculo	NCC-71867
U.S.S. Venture	NCC-71854
U.S.S. Yamato	NCC-71807	Commanded by Captain Donald Varley; (R6)