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{{InfoboxShip | {{InfoboxShip | ||
− | |name | + | |name = Horizon class Passenger Liner |
− | |aerodynam= | + | |image = Distant Fringe Logo.gif |
− | | | + | |caption = |
− | | | + | |tdes = M |
− | | | + | |type = Liner |
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− | | | + | |size-cat = BCS |
− | | | + | |size = 6000 |
− | | | + | |hull = Cone Hull |
− | | | + | |aerodynam = Streamlined Hull |
− | | | + | |TL = 11 |
− | | | + | | |
− | | | + | |model = Model/4 |
− | | | + | |jump = 2 |
− | | | + | |g = 3 |
− | | | + | |fuelTreatment = |
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− | | | + | |hp = 60 |
− | | | + | |weapons = 30 triple laser turrets,30 triple Sandcaster turrets |
− | | | + | |screens = |
− | | | + | | |
− | | | + | |staterooms = 600 |
− | | | + | |bunks = |
− | |origin | + | |seats = |
− | |QSP | + | |lowberths = 200 |
− | | | + | | |
− | | | + | |crew = 101 |
− | | | + | |officers = 21 |
− | | | + | |enlisted = 80 |
− | | | + | |pilots = |
− | | | + | |marines = |
− | | | + | |frozenwatch = |
+ | |passengers = 400 | ||
+ | |steerage = | ||
+ | |Lpass = 200 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |cargo = 360 | ||
+ | |fuel = 1380 | ||
+ | |craft = 5 50t Lifeboats, 2 40t boats | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |construction = 29 | ||
+ | |origin = Distant Fringe | ||
+ | |manufacturer = | ||
+ | |IOC = | ||
+ | |EOS = | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |cost = 4450.284 | ||
+ | |architect = 44.50 | ||
+ | |maintenance = | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |QSP = | ||
+ | |USP = M–F223341–090000–80000-0 | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |blueprint = No | ||
+ | |illustration = Yes | ||
+ | | | ||
+ | |alsosee = | ||
+ | |canon = | ||
+ | |designer = Ade Stewart | ||
+ | |designSystem = High Guard | ||
+ | |era = 1105 | ||
+ | |ref = | ||
+ | |footnote = [[Starship]]s are designed with the [[Classic Traveller]] format, using [[High Guard Shipyard]] v1.13 written by [[Andrea Vallance]]. | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | The [[ | + | The [[Horizon class Passenger Liner]] is a {{TL|11}} [[Passenger Liner]]. |
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* Please also see [[AAB]] article: [[Ships of the Distant Fringe]]. | * Please also see [[AAB]] article: [[Ships of the Distant Fringe]]. | ||
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− | == Description | + | == Description == |
The [[Passenger Liner]] is a large commercial transport commonly encountered along [[Star Lane]]s within the [[Distant Fringe]] region. It is classified as a [[Luxury Liner]] and is constructed as a [[Conventional Pattern Starships|conventional]] design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the [[Distant Fringe]] was first settled. | The [[Passenger Liner]] is a large commercial transport commonly encountered along [[Star Lane]]s within the [[Distant Fringe]] region. It is classified as a [[Luxury Liner]] and is constructed as a [[Conventional Pattern Starships|conventional]] design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the [[Distant Fringe]] was first settled. | ||
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=== Image Repository === | === Image Repository === | ||
− | [[File:J2 6000dT Passenger Liner.jpg]] | + | # A [[Horizon class Passenger Liner|''Horizon'' class Passenger Liner]] in side view. <br> [[File:J2 6000dT Passenger Liner.jpg|400px]] |
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+ | === General Description === | ||
+ | The ''Horizon'' class Liner is a two part [[hull]], with the aft section consisting of a streamlined [[Cone Hull|cone]] with a length of around 75 [[meter]]s and a forward [[Disk Hull|disk-shaped]] section with a diameter of around 35 [[meter]]s. Some elements of the [[hull]] are narrower and some are wider, giving the vessel a total enclosed volume of approximately 81,000 [[Kiloliter|cubic meter]]s. | ||
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+ | [[Fuel Tank]]s wrap around the central and rear sections of the ship. The [[cargo hold]] includes the cryogenic (low berth) section. Working sections of the vessel such as the laundry, the [[galley]]s and general crew quarters are located aft. Senior officers are accommodated forward, close to the bridge, while stewards have rooms close to [[passenger cabin]]s. Middle passage accommodations are found in the less desirable midsection of the vessel while first class cabins are located in the rotunda, with windows offering spectacular views. The main commercial and leisure facilities are located in the forward core regions and are focused on the Grand Staircase and the upper rotunda. | ||
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+ | [[File:J2 6000 dT Horizon class Liner.jpg|500px]] <br>A basic deck plan of the vessel indicating the general layout and positioning of major elements. | ||
=== Basic Ship Characteristics === | === Basic Ship Characteristics === | ||
− | Following the [[Imperial Navy]] and [[IISS]] [[Universal Ship Profile]] and data, additional information is presented in the format shown here. The [[small craft]] factor indicates the number of squadrons (of ten craft) carried on the ship. | + | Following the [[Imperial Navy]] and [[IISS]] [[Universal Ship Profile]] and data, additional information is presented in the format shown here. The [[small craft]] factor indicates the number of squadrons (...of ten craft) carried on the ship. [[Ton]]nage on the [[universal ship profile]] is shown in kilotons (thousands of tons) where necessary. {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}} |
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{| class="wikitable sortable" | {| class="wikitable sortable" | ||
|+ '''Basic Ship Characteristics''' {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}} | |+ '''Basic Ship Characteristics''' {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}} | ||
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| The Passenger Liner is constructed using a 6,000 [[Ton]] [[hull]] built in a generally [[Cone Hull|conical]] configuration. The [[hull]] is [[Streamlined Hull|streamlined]], giving good [[Atmosphere|atmospheric]] performance that is further enhanced by its onboard [[Gravity Control Technology|gravitic]] systems. | | The Passenger Liner is constructed using a 6,000 [[Ton]] [[hull]] built in a generally [[Cone Hull|conical]] configuration. The [[hull]] is [[Streamlined Hull|streamlined]], giving good [[Atmosphere|atmospheric]] performance that is further enhanced by its onboard [[Gravity Control Technology|gravitic]] systems. | ||
* Individual sections of the ship are divided by [[Bulkhead Wall|bulkhead wall]]s. | * Individual sections of the ship are divided by [[Bulkhead Wall|bulkhead wall]]s. | ||
− | * There are multiple [[airlock]]s located around the vessel. The cargo hold is accessed by large doors and has a loading ramp. | + | * There are multiple [[airlock]]s located around the vessel. The [[cargo hold]] is accessed by large doors and has a loading ramp. |
* The vessel has sturdy [[Landing Gear|retractable landing legs]], allowing surface landings. | * The vessel has sturdy [[Landing Gear|retractable landing legs]], allowing surface landings. | ||
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* The [[Cold sleep#Low berth|Low Berth]]s are tended by the vessel's medical staff, assisted by properly trained stewards. | * The [[Cold sleep#Low berth|Low Berth]]s are tended by the vessel's medical staff, assisted by properly trained stewards. | ||
− | Accessible areas of the [[hull]] are fitted with [[grav plate]]s and [[inertial compensator]]s and have full [[Life Support|life support]] and environmental systems. | + | Accessible areas of the [[hull]] are fitted with [[grav plate]]s and [[inertial compensator]]s and have full [[Life Support|life support]] and [[Ship Environmental Control|environmental]] systems. |
* There are internal monitoring and security systems throughout the vessel. Sections of the ship can be isolated in the event of an emergency. | * There are internal monitoring and security systems throughout the vessel. Sections of the ship can be isolated in the event of an emergency. | ||
* There are multiple [[Emergency Locker]]s. | * There are multiple [[Emergency Locker]]s. | ||
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| [[Ship's Weapon|Armament]] | | [[Ship's Weapon|Armament]] | ||
| The normal weapons fit-out for a Passenger Liner is: | | The normal weapons fit-out for a Passenger Liner is: | ||
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+ | x30 triple [[Beam Laser]] [[turret]]s, forming three batteries of 10 linked [[turret]]s | ||
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| 7. | | 7. | ||
| [[Ship's Defense|Defenses]] | | [[Ship's Defense|Defenses]] | ||
| The [[hull]] is [[Heavy Armor|unarmored]]. | | The [[hull]] is [[Heavy Armor|unarmored]]. | ||
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− | + | x30 triple [[Sandcaster]] [[turret]]s, forming three batteries of 10 linked [[turret]]s | |
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+ | The vessel is not fitted with [[screen]]s or other passive defensive systems. | ||
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| 8. | | 8. | ||
| [[Smallcraft|Craft]] | | [[Smallcraft|Craft]] | ||
| ''Flight Section'' | | ''Flight Section'' | ||
− | * x5 50-[[Ton|dTon]] [[ | + | * x5 50-[[Ton|dTon]] [[Deliverance class Lifeboat|''Deliverance'' class Lifeboat]]s. |
− | * x2 40-[[Ton|dTon]] [[ | + | * x2 40-[[Ton|dTon]] [[Songbird class Ship's Boat|''Songbird'' class Ship's Boat]]s. |
− | The [[subcraft]] are housed in dedicated [[ | + | The [[subcraft]] are housed in dedicated [[hangar]]s located at strategic points around the vessel: the [[hangar]]s can be sealed and have a total volume of 429 [[Ton]]s. |
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| 9. | | 9. | ||
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| [[Imperial Currency|Cost]] | | [[Imperial Currency|Cost]] | ||
− | | The basic cost of the vessel is [[MCr]]4,450.284 | + | | The basic cost of the vessel, including all of its [[subcraft]], is [[MCr]]4,450.284 |
* If multiple examples of the design are ordered all of the ships in the production run qualify for a 20% discount, which reduces the price per unit to [[MCr]]3,560.228. | * If multiple examples of the design are ordered all of the ships in the production run qualify for a 20% discount, which reduces the price per unit to [[MCr]]3,560.228. | ||
* The vessel and its [[subcraft]] are standard designs. Detailed architectural plans are widely available and no design fee is chargeable. | * The vessel and its [[subcraft]] are standard designs. Detailed architectural plans are widely available and no design fee is chargeable. | ||
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== History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == | == History & Background ([[Dossier]]) == | ||
− | The design is representative and a large number of variants exist, particularly with regard to the allotted [[Starship Weapon|weapons systems]], onboard [[electronics]], and the fit out of internal spaces. Passenger Liners generally follow predetermined routes, often with extended layovers at locations to allow tourism and sightseeing. | + | The design is representative and a large number of variants exist, particularly with regard to the allotted [[Starship Weapon|weapons systems]], onboard [[electronics]], and the fit out of internal spaces. Passenger Liners generally follow predetermined routes, often with extended layovers at locations to allow tourism and sightseeing. Liners of this type have been pressed into service as troop transports during conflicts. |
=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities === | === Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities === | ||
− | + | A number of [[Consumer goods, Manufacturing, Heavy Industry, and Aerospace|companies]] manufacture ships equivalent to the ''Horizon'' class. | |
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+ | They vary in hull shape and internal layout but all share the same basic design and all have very similar capabilities and performance characteristics. | ||
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+ | Each variant class is named by the [[Consumer goods, Manufacturing, Heavy Industry, and Aerospace|company]] that produces it: these organizations generally draw on traditional naming protocols. It is not uncommon for a historical class name to be reused. Individual vessels within a class are issued specific serial numbers and [[Transponder|transponder]] codes but traditionally are named by their owners. This is considered a serious affair and a ship with a frivolous name is considered "unlucky". | ||
=== Selected Variant Types & Classes === | === Selected Variant Types & Classes === | ||
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− | == References | + | == References == |
{{Metadata}} | {{Metadata}} | ||
{{Intermediate}} | {{Intermediate}} | ||
− | {{ | + | {{CT-Ship-Design}} |
{{Sources | {{Sources | ||
− | | | + | | Author: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]] |
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[[Category: Distant Fringe Ship]] | [[Category: Distant Fringe Ship]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 17:44, 21 January 2024
Horizon class Passenger Liner | |
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Type: M Liner | |
Category | BCS |
Size | 6,000 Tons |
Hull Configuration | Cone Hull |
Streamlining | Streamlined Hull |
Tech Level | TL–11 |
Engineering | |
Computer | Model/4 |
Jump | J-2 |
Maneuver | 3 G |
Armaments | |
Hardpoints | 60 |
Offensive | 30 triple laser turrets,30 triple Sandcaster turrets |
Accommodations | |
Staterooms | 600 |
Low Berths | 200 |
Personnel | |
Crew | 101 |
Officers | 21 |
Enlisted | 80 |
High/Mid Passengers | 400 |
Low Passengers | 200 |
Payload | |
Cargo | 360 Tons |
Fuel tank | 1,380 Tons |
Carried craft | 5 50t Lifeboats, 2 40t boats |
Construction | |
Construction Time | 29 Months |
Origin | Distant Fringe |
Price | |
Cost | MCr4,450.284 |
Architect fee | MCr44.50 |
Statistics | |
Universal Ship Profile | M–F223341–090000–80000-0 |
Images | |
Blueprint | No |
Illustration | Yes |
Source | |
Canon | Unpublished, fan design |
Designer | Ade Stewart |
Design System | High Guard |
Era | 1105 |
Starships are designed with the Classic Traveller format, using High Guard Shipyard v1.13 written by Andrea Vallance. |
The Horizon class Passenger Liner is a TL–11 Passenger Liner.
- Please also see AAB article: Ships of the Distant Fringe.
Description[edit]
The Passenger Liner is a large commercial transport commonly encountered along Star Lanes within the Distant Fringe region. It is classified as a Luxury Liner and is constructed as a conventional design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the Distant Fringe was first settled.
Image Repository[edit]
- A Horizon class Passenger Liner in side view.
General Description[edit]
The Horizon class Liner is a two part hull, with the aft section consisting of a streamlined cone with a length of around 75 meters and a forward disk-shaped section with a diameter of around 35 meters. Some elements of the hull are narrower and some are wider, giving the vessel a total enclosed volume of approximately 81,000 cubic meters.
Fuel Tanks wrap around the central and rear sections of the ship. The cargo hold includes the cryogenic (low berth) section. Working sections of the vessel such as the laundry, the galleys and general crew quarters are located aft. Senior officers are accommodated forward, close to the bridge, while stewards have rooms close to passenger cabins. Middle passage accommodations are found in the less desirable midsection of the vessel while first class cabins are located in the rotunda, with windows offering spectacular views. The main commercial and leisure facilities are located in the forward core regions and are focused on the Grand Staircase and the upper rotunda.
A basic deck plan of the vessel indicating the general layout and positioning of major elements.
Basic Ship Characteristics[edit]
Following the Imperial Navy and IISS Universal Ship Profile and data, additional information is presented in the format shown here. The small craft factor indicates the number of squadrons (...of ten craft) carried on the ship. Tonnage on the universal ship profile is shown in kilotons (thousands of tons) where necessary. [1]
No. | Category | Remarks |
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1. | Tonnage | The Passenger Liner is constructed using a 6,000 Ton hull built in a generally conical configuration. The hull is streamlined, giving good atmospheric performance that is further enhanced by its onboard gravitic systems.
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2. | Crew | Total Crew Complement: x101
Accommodations:
There are 200 Low Berths.
Accessible areas of the hull are fitted with grav plates and inertial compensators and have full life support and environmental systems.
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3. | Performance | The vessel mounts a DeVoss-type Jump-2 drive, a Maneuver-3 drive, and a Power Plant-3, giving performance of Jump-2, 3-G acceleration, and producing 180 Energy Points. The ship has an agility rating of 2 and an emergency agility of 3. The internal fuel tankage is sufficient for one Jump-2 and gives the power plant 4 weeks duration.
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4. | Electronics | Adjacent to the bridge is a Model/4 Computer: the vessel has a backup Model/4 Computer.
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5. | Hardpoints | x60 hardpoints.
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6. | Armament | The normal weapons fit-out for a Passenger Liner is:
x30 triple Beam Laser turrets, forming three batteries of 10 linked turrets |
7. | Defenses | The hull is unarmored.
x30 triple Sandcaster turrets, forming three batteries of 10 linked turrets The vessel is not fitted with screens or other passive defensive systems. |
8. | Craft | Flight Section
The subcraft are housed in dedicated hangars located at strategic points around the vessel: the hangars can be sealed and have a total volume of 429 Tons. |
9. | Fuel Treatment | The vessel has internal fuel tankage of 1,380 Tons.
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10. | Cost | The basic cost of the vessel, including all of its subcraft, is MCr4,450.284 |
11. | Construction Time | 123 weeks (29 months) as standard.
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12. | Comments | Standard cargo capacity amounts to 360 Tons.
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History & Background (Dossier)[edit]
The design is representative and a large number of variants exist, particularly with regard to the allotted weapons systems, onboard electronics, and the fit out of internal spaces. Passenger Liners generally follow predetermined routes, often with extended layovers at locations to allow tourism and sightseeing. Liners of this type have been pressed into service as troop transports during conflicts.
Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities[edit]
A number of companies manufacture ships equivalent to the Horizon class.
They vary in hull shape and internal layout but all share the same basic design and all have very similar capabilities and performance characteristics.
Each variant class is named by the company that produces it: these organizations generally draw on traditional naming protocols. It is not uncommon for a historical class name to be reused. Individual vessels within a class are issued specific serial numbers and transponder codes but traditionally are named by their owners. This is considered a serious affair and a ship with a frivolous name is considered "unlucky".
Selected Variant Types & Classes[edit]
35 Representative Liner (M) Classes[edit]
Civilian Ship - Liner - Type M Liner
B
C
- Camel class Medical Launch
- Celestial Star class Luxury Liner
- Codori Prime class Luxury Liner
- Condor class Subsidized Liner
- Coyotl class Bulk Hauler
E
F
G
H
I
K
- K'Bam class Assault Lander
- Kihrvak Platoon Drop Ship class Marine Cutter
- King Richard class Interstellar Liner
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
- Sapphire Moon class Moduleship
- Shuvalivashtu class Luxury Liner
- Songbird class Ship's Boat
- Star class Merchant Liner
- Stellar class Liner
T
X
References[edit]
This article has metadata. |
This ship was originally designed using one of the Classic Traveller ship design rules:
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- Author: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus Adie Alegoric Stewart of the IISS
- ↑ Timothy B. Brown. Fighting Ships (Game Designers Workshop, 1981), 10.
- ↑ Timothy B. Brown. Fighting Ships (Game Designers Workshop, 1981), 10.