Argo Class

Argo Class
Class Information
Classification:	Runabout
Main Cruising Speed:	Warp 3
Systems
Main Energy Weapons:	4x Type-IX Phaser Emitters
Torpedo Launchers:	1
Shields:	Multi-Layered Shielding System
Crew Members
Main Crew Compliment:	3
Passengers:	15

Class Description

The Argo is a specialized shuttlecraft developed by the crew of the Enterprise-E for ferrying cargo and vehicles between orbit and planetary surfaces when conditions preclude the use of transporters. The design is fairly conventional, though the nacelles are more integrated with the body than is usually the norm for Federation shuttles.

The Argo has been designed with a range of vehicles. Most prominent among these is a wheeled general purpose vehicle designed to enable away teams to cover larger areas of ground than they would otherwise be able to. The vehicle is fitted with a phaser cannon to provide a limited defensive capability.

Since it's introduction to the bulk of Starfleet, several uses have been found for the Argo class. From support for Away Teams on the surface of a planet, to air and group support for Marines. Even though the ground vehicle is lightly armed and armored, it still allows teams to move much quicker then if they hiked/marched, while allowing them to carry additional equipment.

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  An Argo-class exploring

Runabout Specifications

Specifications
Basic Information	Role: Long Range Personnel/Ground Vehicle Transport Dimensions: 25 meters (L) x 7 meters (W) x 4.5 meters (H) Decks: 1 Expected Duration: 5 years Time Between Resupply: 1 month Expected Refit Cycle: 1 year	Crew Complement	Total Crew: 3 Minimum: 1 Maximum: 3 Passengers: 15 Emergency Capacity: 20
Propulsion	Thrusters: RCS Thrusters Sublight Speed: 0.25c Warp Speed Warp 3: Cruising Speed Warp 3.5: Maximum Warp Warp 4: Emergency Warp (for 6 hours)	Offensive Systems	ENERGY WEAPONS 4x Type-IX Phaser Emitters TORPEDO LAUNCHERS 1 Forward PAYLOAD 10 Micro Photon Torpedoes
Defensive Systems	Shields: Multi-Layered Shielding System Armor: 3cm Ablative Armor	Primary Systems	Computer Systems: LCARS Controlled Isolinear Circuitry Computer Core Transporters: 1 Four-Person Transporter Transporter Range: 30,000 kilometers Sensor Range: 5 lightyears Communications Range: 10 light years
Other Notes	CREW AMENITIES: Fold down bunks and ablutions RUNABOUT FEATURES: Fold down wings for enhanced atmospheric flight Support for ATV Ground Vehicle