KSbA Model A-23 class Lifeboat

KSbA Model A-23 class Lifeboat
Type: MM Lifeboat
Category	Smallcraft
Size	10 Tons
Hull Configuration	Cone Hull
Streamlining	Streamlined Hull
Tech Level	TL–8
Engineering
Computer	N/A
Jump	J-0
Maneuver	1.5 G
Armaments
Hardpoints	0
Accommodations
Staterooms	0
Seats	3
Low Berths	5
Personnel
Crew	1
High/Mid Passengers	2
Low Passengers	20
Payload
Cargo	0 Tons
Fuel tank	1 Tons
Construction
Origin	Third Imperium
Manufacturer	Kaufmann Sternschiffbau AG
Price
Cost	MCr14
Images
Blueprint	No
Illustration	Yes
Source
Canon	Published, non-canon design
Designer	Loren Wiseman
Era	1105
Reference	"Ship's Locker." Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 05 30.

The KSbA Model A-23 class Lifeboat is a TL–8 non-combatant smallcraft dedicated Life Boats.

Description (Specifications)

One of the most common lifeboats used throughout the Imperium is the KSbA Model A-23, manufactured by Kaufmann Sternschiffbau Ag. It is not equipped with more than very basic internal life support.

The TL–8 craft masses 19.6 metric tons and is capable of carrying three conscious passengers (including pilot) and an additional twenty in five cold sleep berths, for a total of twenty-three passengers.

The Model A-23 incorporates an ablative heat shield and simple retro-rocket for atmospheric entry under most conditions. In addition, fuel sufficient for a soft landing under all but the most extreme gravities and a parasail landing parachute permit a reasonable last minute choice of landing sites. A combination of extremely simple controls and a small on board auto-pilot allow even the most inexperienced small craft pilots a good chance of safe planet fall.

The Model A-23 lifeboat costs MCr14.

History & Background (Dossier)

No information yet available.

Selected Variant Types & Classes

10 Representative Lifeboat (MM) Classes

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Civilian Ship - Liner - Medical Vessel - Smallcraft - Type MM Lifeboat

B

• Blakeway class First Response Vessel

D

• Deliverance class Lifeboat

I

• Interstellar Lifesaver class Lifeboat

K

• KSbA Model A-23 class Lifeboat

M

• Mender-of-Herds class Hospital Ship

O

• Olyora class Medevac Pinnace

P

• Parthenolab class Bio-Construction Vessel

R

• Reliant class Lifeboat

• Relief class Hospital Ship

S

• SK-3 class Lifeboat

References

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This ship was originally designed using one of the Classic Traveller ship design rules: Marc Miller. Starships (Game Designers Workshop, 1977), 12-23. Marc Miller, Frank Chadwick, John Harshman. High Guard (Game Designers Workshop, 1980), 20-36.

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• Loren Wiseman. "Ship's Locker." Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 05 (1980): 30.