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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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

TORPEDO LAUNCHERS

  • 1 Forward

PAYLOAD

Defensive Systems 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


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