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'''Cruisers''' are mid to large-sized vessels which Starfleet can optimize for a wide variety of general or specialized mission profiles, from exploration, to interdiction, to tactical/defense. Because of this ship type's versatility, Starfleet has created many subcategories for this classification to better designate a given ship's primary function. | '''Cruisers''' are mid to large-sized vessels which Starfleet can optimize for a wide variety of general or specialized mission profiles, from exploration, to interdiction, to tactical/defense. Because of this ship type's versatility, Starfleet has created many subcategories for this classification to better designate a given ship's primary function. | ||
=== | ===Light Cruisers=== | ||
''' | '''Light cruisers''' fulfill many functions, including diplomatic and courier duties, support for [[Explorers]] and larger cruisers in conflict situations, reconnaissance, and patrol of outlying sectors. | ||
{{UP Class Link| | {{UP Class Link|Saber|Light Cruiser • 223 meters}} | ||
===Medium Cruisers=== | ===Medium Cruisers=== | ||
'''Medium cruiser''' are mid-size, multifunction vessels, able to perform many different duties well. The venerable | '''Medium cruiser''' are mid-size, multifunction vessels, able to perform many different duties well. The venerable {{c|Miranda}} is a representative example. Others include the {{c|Steamrunner}}, {{c|Norway}}, and the new {{c|Dakota}}. | ||
{{UP Class Link|Norway}} | {{UP Class Link|Miranda|Medium Cruiser • 237.6 meters}} | ||
{{UP Class Link|Cheyenne|Medium Cruiser • 362 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Norway|Medium Cruiser • 364.77 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Steamrunner|Medium Cruiser • 375 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Dakota|Medium Cruiser • 405 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Veritas|Extended-Range Medium Cruiser • 432.5 meters}} | |||
=== | ===Heavy Cruisers=== | ||
''' | '''Heavy cruisers''' often serve as flagships for sector deployment commands or various branches of the fleet. With their heavy armament, they serve at the forefront of many battle taskforces. | ||
{{UP Class Link|Constellation|Heavy Cruiser • 310 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Prometheus|Heavy Cruiser • 415 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Akira|Heavy Cruiser • 464.43 meters}} | |||
{{UP Class Link|Achilles|Heavy Cruiser • 612 meters}} | |||
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[[Category:Starfleet ship classes|Cruisers]] | [[Category:Starfleet ship classes|Cruisers|*]] | ||
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CRUISERS Cruisers are mid to large-sized vessels which Starfleet can optimize for a wide variety of general or specialized mission profiles, from exploration, to interdiction, to tactical/defense. Because of this ship type's versatility, Starfleet has created many subcategories for this classification to better designate a given ship's primary function. Light CruisersLight cruisers fulfill many functions, including diplomatic and courier duties, support for Explorers and larger cruisers in conflict situations, reconnaissance, and patrol of outlying sectors.
Medium CruisersMedium cruiser are mid-size, multifunction vessels, able to perform many different duties well. The venerable Miranda class is a representative example. Others include the Steamrunner class, Norway class, and the new Dakota class.
Heavy CruisersHeavy cruisers often serve as flagships for sector deployment commands or various branches of the fleet. With their heavy armament, they serve at the forefront of many battle taskforces.
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- Black-and-white ship illustrations by Tim Davies unless otherwise noted. Used with permission. All other images are copyright to their respective owners.
- Black-and-white ship illustrations by Tim Davies unless otherwise noted. Used with permission. All other images are copyright to their respective owners.
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