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| Structural Integrity = 47 | | Structural Integrity = 47 | ||
| − | | BV (1.0) = 102,313 | + | | BV (1.0) = 102,313<ref name=TRO3057R>''Technical Readout: 3057 Revised'', p. 208, "Wagon Wheel Profile"</ref> |
| BV (2.0) = 77,174 | | BV (2.0) = 77,174 | ||
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | Named for the wagon wheels of ancient [[Terra]] because of the spokes attaching the trio of [[Grav Deck]]s to the [[WarShip]]'s hull, the '''''Wagon Wheel'''''-class frigate was intended to bolster the [[Taurian Concordat]]'s navy, as well as the navy of other [[Periphery]] realms, entering service just prior to the formation of the [[Star League]]. | + | Named for the wagon wheels of ancient [[Terra]] because of the spokes attaching the trio of [[Grav Deck]]s to the [[WarShip]]'s hull, the '''''Wagon Wheel'''''-class frigate was intended to bolster the [[Taurian Concordat]]'s navy, as well as the navy of other [[Periphery]] realms, entering service just prior to the formation of the [[Star League]].<ref name=TRO3057R/> |
| − | Initially planed as a heavy troop transport with a very long operating range, the ''Wagon Wheel'''s original design included over a dozen [[Docking collar]]s and three large, exterior-mounted grav decks to maintain morale on long patrols. But political wrangles, cost overruns and technical issues led to the removal of the majority of the docking collars and a large increase in engine thrust and armament, transforming the ''Wagon Wheel'' into a heavily armed, fast attack ship. However, legal obligations with subcontractors forced the designers to retain the oversized grav decks, despite their crippling effect on the vessel's maneuverability. | + | Initially planed as a heavy troop transport with a very long operating range, the ''Wagon Wheel'''s original design included over a dozen [[Docking collar]]s and three large, exterior-mounted grav decks to maintain morale on long patrols. But political wrangles, cost overruns and technical issues led to the removal of the majority of the docking collars and a large increase in engine thrust and armament, transforming the ''Wagon Wheel'' into a heavily armed, fast attack ship. However, legal obligations with subcontractors forced the designers to retain the oversized grav decks, despite their crippling effect on the vessel's maneuverability.<ref name=TRO3057R/> |
| − | The Concordat produced only a handful of ''Wagon Wheel''s, but they played a notable part in the history of that Periphery nation. The destruction of two of the class by [[Davion]] WarShips in [[2573]] during the so-called [[Malagrotta|Malagrotta Affair]] cemented the enmity between the Concordat and the [[Federated Suns]] and helped trigger the [[Reunification War]]. During that conflict, a re-prioritization of military spending ended production of the design. | + | The Concordat produced only a handful of ''Wagon Wheel''s, but they played a notable part in the history of that Periphery nation. The destruction of two of the class by [[Davion]] WarShips in [[2573]] during the so-called [[Malagrotta|Malagrotta Affair]] cemented the enmity between the Concordat and the [[Federated Suns]] and helped trigger the [[Reunification War]]. During that conflict, a re-prioritization of military spending ended production of the design.<ref name=TRO3057R/> |
==Armament== | ==Armament== | ||
| − | The ''Wagon Wheel'''s forward firing weaponry features three [[NL45]]s, two [[Medium NPPC]]s and three [[LRM-15]]s mounted in its nose bays, with three [[White Shark]] tubes and [[SRM-6]] launchers supported by a [[NL35]] on each fore quater. The vessel's broadside consists entirely of [[autocannon]]s, with two twin [[NAC/35]] mounts supported by six [[AC/5]]s and three [[AC/10]]s on each side capable of unleashing a literal rain of lead. The aft armament consisted of three White Shark tubes on each quarter, with two NL35 and a pair [[NAC/10]]s mounted directly aft. | + | The ''Wagon Wheel'''s forward firing weaponry features three [[NL45]]s, two [[Medium NPPC]]s and three [[LRM-15]]s mounted in its nose bays, with three [[White Shark]] tubes and [[SRM-6]] launchers supported by a [[NL35]] on each fore quater. The vessel's broadside consists entirely of [[autocannon]]s, with two twin [[NAC/35]] mounts supported by six [[AC/5]]s and three [[AC/10]]s on each side capable of unleashing a literal rain of lead. The aft armament consisted of three White Shark tubes on each quarter, with two NL35 and a pair [[NAC/10]]s mounted directly aft.<ref name=TRO3057R/> |
==Cargo== | ==Cargo== | ||
| − | Beyond its two remaining [[DropShip]] collars, the ''Wagon Wheel'' has a 92,790 ton cargo bay, the non-transport focus better reflected in the addition of twelve [[AeroSpace Fighter]] and four [[Small Craft]] bays. | + | Beyond its two remaining [[DropShip]] collars, the ''Wagon Wheel'' has a 92,790 ton cargo bay, the non-transport focus better reflected in the addition of twelve [[AeroSpace Fighter]] and four [[Small Craft]] bays.<ref name=TRO3057R/> |
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| + | ==Named Vessels== | ||
| + | * ''TCS Anaheim'' - destroyed in 2573 during the Malagrotta Crises by Davion WarShips.<ref name= HRW67>''Historical: Reunificaiton War'', p. 67, "Taurian order of Battle"</ref> | ||
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| + | * ''TCS Cyrton'' - destroyed during the Malagrotta Crises.<ref name= HRW67/> | ||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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==Bibliography== | ==Bibliography== | ||
| + | *''[[Historical: Reunification War]]'' | ||
*''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]] | *''[[Technical Readout: 3057 Revised]] | ||
| − | [[Category:WarShips| | + | [[Category:WarShips|Wagon Wheel]] |
| − | [[Category:Lost WarShips| | + | [[Category:Lost WarShips|Wagon Wheel]] |
| − | [[Category:Periphery WarShips| | + | [[Category:Periphery WarShips|Wagon Wheel]] |
| − | [[Category:Frigates]] | + | [[Category:Frigates|Wagon Wheel]] |
Revision as of 17:44, 25 November 2011
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| Production information | |
| Manufacturer | Taurian Concordat |
| Introduced | 2570 |
| Use | Frigate |
| Tech Base | Star League |
| Cost | 3,693,394,000 Cbills |
| Technical specifications | |
| Mass | 650,000 tons |
| Length | 700 meters |
| Sail Diameter | 1003 meters |
| Fuel | 8,000 tons (20,000) |
| Burn Rate | 39.52 |
| Safe Thrust | 4 |
| Top Thrust | 6 |
| Sail Integrity | 4 |
| KF Drive Integrity | 14 |
| LF Battery | No |
| Armament | 3 x NL45 4 x NL35 2 x Medium NPPCs 3 x LRM-15s 12 x White Sharks 6 x SRM-6s 8 x NAC/35s 2 x NAC/10 12 x AC/5s 6 x AC/10s |
| Armor | 609 tons standard |
| DropShip Capacity | 2 |
| Crew | 279 |
| Grav Decks | 3 x two 300 meter diameter, one 200 meter diameter |
| Escape Pods/Life Boats | 24/35 |
| Heat Sinks | 2,000 |
| Structural Integrity | 47 |
| BV (1.0) | 102,313[1] |
| BV (2.0) | 77,174 |
Description
Named for the wagon wheels of ancient Terra because of the spokes attaching the trio of Grav Decks to the WarShip's hull, the Wagon Wheel-class frigate was intended to bolster the Taurian Concordat's navy, as well as the navy of other Periphery realms, entering service just prior to the formation of the Star League.[1]
Initially planed as a heavy troop transport with a very long operating range, the Wagon Wheel's original design included over a dozen Docking collars and three large, exterior-mounted grav decks to maintain morale on long patrols. But political wrangles, cost overruns and technical issues led to the removal of the majority of the docking collars and a large increase in engine thrust and armament, transforming the Wagon Wheel into a heavily armed, fast attack ship. However, legal obligations with subcontractors forced the designers to retain the oversized grav decks, despite their crippling effect on the vessel's maneuverability.[1]
The Concordat produced only a handful of Wagon Wheels, but they played a notable part in the history of that Periphery nation. The destruction of two of the class by Davion WarShips in 2573 during the so-called Malagrotta Affair cemented the enmity between the Concordat and the Federated Suns and helped trigger the Reunification War. During that conflict, a re-prioritization of military spending ended production of the design.[1]
Armament
The Wagon Wheel's forward firing weaponry features three NL45s, two Medium NPPCs and three LRM-15s mounted in its nose bays, with three White Shark tubes and SRM-6 launchers supported by a NL35 on each fore quater. The vessel's broadside consists entirely of autocannons, with two twin NAC/35 mounts supported by six AC/5s and three AC/10s on each side capable of unleashing a literal rain of lead. The aft armament consisted of three White Shark tubes on each quarter, with two NL35 and a pair NAC/10s mounted directly aft.[1]
Cargo
Beyond its two remaining DropShip collars, the Wagon Wheel has a 92,790 ton cargo bay, the non-transport focus better reflected in the addition of twelve AeroSpace Fighter and four Small Craft bays.[1]
Named Vessels
- TCS Anaheim - destroyed in 2573 during the Malagrotta Crises by Davion WarShips.[2]
- TCS Cyrton - destroyed during the Malagrotta Crises.[2]