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Class:
Nebula
Classification:
Explorer
Service:
2355-
Number
Active: 172
Dimensions
Length:
452m
Beam:
560m
Height:
145m
Decks:
33 (42 with pod)
Mass:
4,500,000 metric tons
Compliment:
780 (plus family)
Tactical:
8
Type X Phaser Emittters
3
Type III Burst Fire Photon Torpedo Launchers
Antimatter
Spread Emitter
Defense:
High
Capacity Shield System
16cm
Ablative Armor
The
Nebula class is an offshoot of the Galaxy Class. Intended as a
cheaper, less cost-intensive platform than the Galaxy, the Nebula
was designed to supplement the Galaxys' limited numbers in the
upgrade of the venerable Ambassador Class and New Orleans Class
ships. Many parts of the Nebula are ripped directly from the Galaxy
class: the saucer, the warp nacelles, and the warp core, along with
a few of the computer systems. However, there are many more
differences. For instance, the saucer section cannot seperate on the
Nebula class. Many systems which are hard-locked into the Galaxys'
design are included in the Nebula only as plug-in components. The
large modules above the stern contain different systems and are
installed modularly dependent on the Nebula's current mission. There
are several different modules, each installed for a specific mission
profile, for instance, for an exploration mission, a sensor suite
would be installed; for an evac mission, extra living quarters would
be installed; for a combat mission, a weapons array would be
installed, etc. While this feature makes the Nebula class more
mission-specific, it also allows for greater adaptability. Future
modifications can be made with very little structural reworking or
cost. While the Nebulas are seemingly less capable than the Galaxys,
their adaptability and success have made them a powerful platform
whose projected service will cover nearly a century.
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