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{{Otheruses|the WarShip|other uses|Dart}}
 
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| image = [[Image:Dart (Light Cruiser) TRO3057r.png|200px]]
 
| image = [[Image:Dart (Light Cruiser) TRO3057r.png|200px]]
 
| name = ''Dart''
 
| name = ''Dart''
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| manufacturer = [[Di Tron Heavy Industries]]
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| manufacturer = [[Di Tron Heavy Industries]]<ref name=TRO3057R>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 212: "Dart WarShip Profile"</ref>
 
| Use = Light Cruiser
 
| Use = Light Cruiser
 
| Tech Base = [[Star League]]
 
| Tech Base = [[Star League]]
 
| Cost = 6,817,133,800
 
| Cost = 6,817,133,800
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| Introduced = [[2305]]<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4048/ MUL online date for ''Dart'']''</ref>
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| Introduced = [[2305]]
 
| production year=2305
 
| production year=2305
 
| year reference=<ref>''[http://www.masterunitlist.info/Unit/Details/4048/ MUL online date for the ''{{PAGENAME}}'']''</ref>
 
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* 4x [[NAC/30]]
 
* 4x [[NAC/30]]
 
* 4x [[Killer Whale]]
 
* 4x [[Killer Whale]]
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| Armor = 1,194 tons of Standard
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| Armor = 1,194 tons [[Armor (Capital)|standard]]
 
| DropShip Capacity = 6
 
| DropShip Capacity = 6
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| Crew = 45 officers, 136 enlisted/non-rated, 36 gunners, 120 marines and 30 bay
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| Crew = 222<ref name=TRO3057R/>
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personnel
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* 45 Officers
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| Grav Decks = 2 x 145 meter diameter
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* 136 Enlisted
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* 36 Gunners
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Bay Personnel: 30<br/>
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Marines: 120
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| Grav Decks = 2 x 145 meters diameter
 
| Escape Pods/Life Boats = 29/35
 
| Escape Pods/Life Boats = 29/35
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| Heat Sinks = 2,358 [[Heat Sink]]s
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| Heat Sinks = 2,358 (single)
 
| Structural Integrity = 90
 
| Structural Integrity = 90
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| BV (1.0) = 114,986<ref name=TRO3057R>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 212: "Dart WarShip Profile"</ref>  
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| BV (1.0) = 114,986<ref name=TRO3057R/>
 
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==Description==
 
==Description==
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In the early years of the [[Terran Alliance]], the naval command identified a need for a WarShip that could operate independently not only as a combat vessel, but also as an exploration ship and cargo carrier when required. They needed it to be able to function competently even in the furthest reaches of the Alliance, or beyond the other realms of the Inner Sphere. The ship also had to be heavy enough to withstand some of the arduous demands placed on ships in the harshness of space during exploration or combat.  [[Di Tron Heavy Industries]] supplied the Terran Navy the answer: the '''''Dart'''''-class light cruiser.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
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The ''Dart''-class was a ship designed specifically for independent duty. The construction of the ship included very large fuel storage tanks and a cargo bay comprising over 15% of the ship's mass. Built into the hull were six docking collars to handle the large military and civilian class DropShips. While not the largest of WarShips, it was large enough to have a reinforced structural integrity not commonly found on WarShips of the same size.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
 
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One unique aspect of the ''Dart'' was its maneuver drives: the new [[Century 4000]]. Though massive, the Century 4000 was robust and very dependable. Most engineers joked that they were required only to change the oil and filter during scheduled maintenance periods for the drives. 1,200 tons of standard armor protected the ship's hull. The weapons were a mixture of heavy energy weapons and naval autocannons.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
 
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The ''Dart''-class served for nearly 200 years before they were retired in favor of the new ''[[Avatar (WarShip class)|Avatar]]''-cruiser. Many of the Periphery nations purchased the ships, however with their weapons removed, and saw service into the [[Reunification War]].  The ''SLS Gettysburg'' destroyed the last known ''Dart'' in the [[New Vandenberg]] revolt in [[2722]]. The ''Dart'' cruiser was a shell of its former self when fanatical Periphery separatists attempted to destroy the newer ''[[Essex]]''-class destroyer.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
 
  
 
In [[2766]], the [[Rim Worlds Republic]] WarShip fleet deployed an unknown ''Dart''-Class Cruiser in an effort to secure the shipyards above [[Terra|Mars]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised'', p. 120: "Model 96 "Elephant DropShip profile" - Two squadrons of Elephants destroyed RWR ''Dart''</ref>
 
In [[2766]], the [[Rim Worlds Republic]] WarShip fleet deployed an unknown ''Dart''-Class Cruiser in an effort to secure the shipyards above [[Terra|Mars]].<ref>''Technical Readout: 3026 Revised'', p. 120: "Model 96 "Elephant DropShip profile" - Two squadrons of Elephants destroyed RWR ''Dart''</ref>
  
 
==Armament==
 
==Armament==
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The armament of the ''Dart''-class is focused on larger naval adversaries. The ''Dart'' mounts several medium-grade naval autocannons, and supplements this payload with naval lasers, naval PPCs, and naval missile systems. This choice in ammunition-dependent weaponry seems curious, given the ''Dart'''s intended role as an independent vessel. The ''Dart'' is also quite defenseless against [[aerospace fighter]]s on its own - the ship only has 4 [[Killer Whale]] missile systems and no fighter screen.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
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The armament of the ''Dart''-class is focused on larger naval adversaries. The ''Dart'' mounts several medium-grade naval autocannons, and supplements this payload with naval lasers, naval PPCs, and naval missile systems. This choice in ammunition-dependent weaponry seems curious, given the ''Dart'''s intended role as an independent vessel. The ''Dart'' is also quite defenseless against [[aerospace fighter]]s on its own - the ship only has 4 [[Killer Whale]] missile systems and no fighter screen.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
  
 
==Cargo==
 
==Cargo==
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The ''Dart'' has a 140,060 tons cargo capacity, can ferry 6 small craft, and translate with an impressive 6 DropShips.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
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The ''Dart'' has a 140,060 tons cargo capacity, can ferry 6 small craft, and transit with an impressive six DropShips. A reinforced [[Inner_Sphere_Infantry_Organization#Company|company]] of 120 [[space marine|space marines]] were assigned to the class.<ref name=TRO3057R/>
  
 
==See Also==
 
==See Also==

Revision as of 16:07, 2 April 2024


This article is about the WarShip. For other uses, see Dart.
Dart (Light Cruiser) TRO3057r.png
Dart
Production information
Manufacturer Di Tron Heavy Industries[1]
Introduced 2305
Production Year 2305[2]
Use Light Cruiser
Tech Base Star League
Cost 6,817,133,800
Technical specifications
Mass 680,000 tons
Length 703 m
Sail Diameter 1,135 m
Fuel 8,975 tons
Burn Rate 39.52
Safe Thrust 1 g
Top Thrust 1.5 g
Sail Integrity 4
KF Drive Integrity 14
LF Battery No
Armament
Armor 1,194 tons standard
DropShip Capacity 6
Crew 222[1]
  • 45 Officers
  • 136 Enlisted
  • 36 Gunners

Bay Personnel: 30
Marines: 120

Grav Decks 2 x 145 meters diameter
Escape Pods/Life Boats 29/35
Heat Sinks 2,358 (single)
Structural Integrity 90
BV (1.0) 114,986[1]

Description


In 2766, the Rim Worlds Republic WarShip fleet deployed an unknown Dart-Class Cruiser in an effort to secure the shipyards above Mars.[3]

Armament

The armament of the Dart-class is focused on larger naval adversaries. The Dart mounts several medium-grade naval autocannons, and supplements this payload with naval lasers, naval PPCs, and naval missile systems. This choice in ammunition-dependent weaponry seems curious, given the Dart's intended role as an independent vessel. The Dart is also quite defenseless against aerospace fighters on its own - the ship only has 4 Killer Whale missile systems and no fighter screen.[1]

Cargo

The Dart has a 140,060 tons cargo capacity, can ferry 6 small craft, and transit with an impressive six DropShips. A reinforced company of 120 space marines were assigned to the class.[1]

See Also

Gallery

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Technical Readout: 3057 Revised, p. 212: "Dart WarShip Profile"
  2. ↑ MUL online date for the Dart (WarShip class)
  3. ↑ Technical Readout: 3026 Revised, p. 120: "Model 96 "Elephant DropShip profile" - Two squadrons of Elephants destroyed RWR Dart

Bibliography

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