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|name     = Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant
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|name         = Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant
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|aerodynam= [[Streamlined Hull]]
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|image        = Sub-Merchant-WH-Keith-MT-Imp-Encyclo-Pg-36 03-July-2018a.jpg
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|agility = 0
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|caption      = A Vilani classic ship.
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|alsosee = [[Tramp Vessel]]
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|tdes        = A1
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|architect= [[John G. Wood]]
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|type        = Subsidized Merchant
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|blueprint= Yes
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|canon    = No. Unpublished, non-canon fan starship design.
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|size-cat    = ACS
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|caption = A Vilani classic ship.
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|size        = 400
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|cargo    = 227.0
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|hull        = Close Structure Hull
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|cost    = 46.22
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|aerodynam   = Streamlined Hull
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|crew     = 10
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|TL          = 9
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|enlisted = 3
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|EOS     = Still in active service.
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|model      = Model/1
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|era      = -2350
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  |jump        = 1
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|footnote = [[Starship]]s are designed with the [[Classic Traveller]] format, using [[High Guard (book)|High Guard]].
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|g        = 3.45
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  |fuelTreatment =  
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|hp       = 4
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|hpass    = 7
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|hp          = 2
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|hull    = Cylinder Hull
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|weapons    =
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|illustration= Yes
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|screens    =  
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|image    = Sub-Merchant-WH-Keith-MT-Imp-Encyclo-Pg-36 03-July-2018a.jpg
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|IOC     = TBD
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|staterooms = 13
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|jump    = 2
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|bunks      =
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|lpass    = 9
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|seats      =  
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|marines  = 0
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|lowberths  = 9
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|model    = [[Model/1]]
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|officers = 2
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|crew       = 5
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|origin   = Ziru Sirka
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|officers    = 2
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|QSP     = R-AS12
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|enlisted   = 3
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|ref      = Fan: [[John G. Wood]]
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|pilots     =
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|size    = 400
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|marines    =
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|size-cat = ACS
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|tdes     = R2
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|passengers  = 7
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|TL       = 10
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|steerage    =  
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|type    = Subsidized Merchant
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|Lpass       = 9
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|usp      = R2-4211111 000000 10001-0
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|manufacturer= Various
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|cargo      = 200
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|fuel        = 50
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|craft      = 1 20t Launch
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|construction = 14
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|origin     = Third Imperium
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|manufacturer =  
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|IOC        =
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|cost        = 101.03
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|USP        = R2-4211111 000000 10001-0
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|blueprint  = Yes
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|illustration = Yes
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|alsosee     =
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|canon       = Yes
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|designer    = Marc Miller
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|designSystem =
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|era        = 1105
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|ref        =  
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|footnote    =  
 
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The [[Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant]] is a mercantile [[starship]].
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The [[Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant]] is a [[civilian ship|civilian]] Subsidized Merchant. The Akkigish  is largely designed around use as a subsidized merchant. 
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* It is a [[civilian ship]] and a [[Subsidized Merchant]].
 
  
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== Description ([[Specifications]]) ==
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== Description ==
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The ''Akkigish-class'' is the prototypical and oldest of the ''Type R class Subsidized Merchant'' merchant vessels. The design standarrds are a standby in shipyards across [[Charted Space]], even outside of the [[Third Imperium]]. Knock offs exist everywhere and by everyone. They exist because the design was superbly engineered, what some [[Terran]]s might call the DC-3 of its time.
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The ''Akkigish-class'' is the prototypical and oldest of the ''Type R class Subsidized Merchant'' merchant vessels. The design standards are a standby in shipyards across [[Charted Space]], even outside of the [[Third Imperium]]. Subsidized Merchants are usually found operating a set route where part of the operating expenses are met by an outside party in return for some guarantee (usually a courier contract or a regular shipment/passenger contract of some kind). Usually a part of the hold or one or more passenger cabins will be reserved for the use of the subsidizer, and the ship required to service a set and scheduled route.
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Constructed using the type 400 [[hull]], the [[subsidized merchant]] has jump drive-C, maneuver drive-C, and power plant-C, giving performance of jump-1 and 1-G acceleration. [[Fuel tank]]age is 50 tons, sufficient for one jump, plus some maneuver. [[Fuel scoop]]s are integral with the [[hull]], and a [[fuel purification plant]] allows use of [[unrefined fuel]]. The rather ordinary [[bridge]] is complemented with a [[Model/1]] [[computer]] and two tons of [[fire control]] for the ship's two [[turret]]s. The ship has thirteen [[stateroom]]s (five for the crew; eight for high or middle passengers); there are nine low berths. The crew consists of a captain/pilot, navigator, medic, steward, and engineer. There exists the potential for two gunners as crew members if weaponry is installed. The ship carries a 20-ton [[launch]] for passenger shuttling and minor errands; it is piloted by the navigator or an engineer. [[Cargo]] capacity is 200.0 tons. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 19 |version= Classic Traveller}}
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No [[turret]]s or [[weaponry]] are installed, but there are two [[hardpoint]]s and two tons are set aside for fire control. The [[ship]] has one [[Launch|20-ton launch]]. Cargo capacity is 200 tons. The ship is streamlined. {{Page cite|name= Starships|page=19|version=Classic Traveller}}
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The [[Fat Trader]] requires a [[crew]] of five: [[pilot]], [[navigator]], [[engineer]], [[medic]], and [[steward]]. The pilot also operates the [[launch]]; [[gunner]]s may be added to the crew list as required. The [[ship]] costs [[Imperial Currency|MCr101.03]] and typically takes fourteen months to build. {{Page cite|name= Starships |page=19 |version=Classic Traveller}}
  
 
Its electronics were hardened for hard deep space use and its engines were designed for minimal maintenance. The power plant was very capable for its size and built to be endlessly expanded and modernized as newer technologies premiered. The hull is solid, and the air control surfaces are effective in atmospheres and in gas giants for wilderness refueling. Even the freshers and galley were well designed for its time.   
 
Its electronics were hardened for hard deep space use and its engines were designed for minimal maintenance. The power plant was very capable for its size and built to be endlessly expanded and modernized as newer technologies premiered. The hull is solid, and the air control surfaces are effective in atmospheres and in gas giants for wilderness refueling. Even the freshers and galley were well designed for its time.   
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''Dimensions:'' 46.5 meters long by 10 meters high by 15 meters wide. Wingspan: 32 meters. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
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The [[Launch]] mounted dorsally with integral [[lifeboat]] capability, the [[launch]] is also used for errands and transfers. [[Launch]] mounts for the [[boat]] are located on dorsal surface of merchant dismounts for errands and transfers. [[Maneuver Drive]]s are mounted underneath the [[fuselage]] of the [[Ship’s Boat]]. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}} A 10-ton Lifeboat may be substituted for the launch if desired. Members of the crew will be cross-trained as small-craft crew for operating the Launch or Lifeboat.
  
 
=== Image Repository ===
 
=== Image Repository ===
 
# A ''Type R'' in deep spaceflight, far from a [[mainworld]], probably coming into a [[wilderness refueling]]. <br> [[File:Type-R The-Traveller Book-WH-Keith-pg-76 13-May-2019a.jpg|400px]]
 
# A ''Type R'' in deep spaceflight, far from a [[mainworld]], probably coming into a [[wilderness refueling]]. <br> [[File:Type-R The-Traveller Book-WH-Keith-pg-76 13-May-2019a.jpg|400px]]
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# A conversion to a [[Gyro Cadis class Subsidized Merchant]], into a [[Q-Ship]]. <br> [[File: Type-R-Q-Ship-Challenge-25-Brian-Gibson 15-May-2019a.jpg|400px]]
  
 
=== General Description & Deck Plans ===
 
=== General Description & Deck Plans ===
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No information yet available.  
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The subsidized merchant is built on a two level plan. The lower deck contains a full access tunnel-type cargo area adapted to containerized cargo. Each cargo module (of 3.85 tons) can be positioned on the deck and removed through bow, rear, or side doors. The cargo-loading templates show the actual configurations which will pass through the various doors.
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The lower level also contains the drives and fuel scoops for the ship's tanks. Fuel is contained in the wings and wing-tips. Small crawlways extend into the wings for access to the landing legs and for exiting beneath the wings.
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The upper level contains passenger and crew staterooms, the lounges, the bridge, and the galley. The rear portion of the upper level contains the ship's power plant and the low berths. The transverse bulkhead midway through the upper level is a pressure barrier designed to reduce losses in the event of a hull puncture.
  
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=== Basic Ship Characteristics ===
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Passenger loading is generally performed using the 20-ton ship's launch. The launch calls at the main starport or even at a local hotel's landing pads and picks up passengers booked for the flight. The ship itself is already in orbit, and the launch mates directly with the berth on the ship's dorsal surface. Passengers then board using the launch access hatch. The launch has provision for eight passengers in addition to the pilot. It can carry 9 tons of cargo.
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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 [[subcraft]]) carried on the [[ship]]. [[Ton]]nage on the [[universal ship profile]] is shown in [[kiloton]]s (...thousands of [[ton]]s) where necessary. {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
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!colspan="3"| '''SUBSIDIZED MERCHANT'''
 
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!colspan="3"| '''Basic Ship Characteristics''' {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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| [[Ton|Tonnage]] / [[Hull]]
 
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| ''Tonnage:'' 400 tons (standard). 5,600 cubic meters. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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* ''Dimensions:'' 46.5 meters long by 10 meters high by 15 meters wide. Wingspan: 32 meters. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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| [[Crew]]
 
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| ''Crew:'' Five. Captain/pilot, navigator, medic, steward, and engineer. Gunners optional. [[Stateroom]]s for each. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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| [[Maneauver Drive|Performance]]
 
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| ''Performance:''
 
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* 1G acceleration
 
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* Jump-1.
 
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* Standard [[power plant]]. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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| [[Ship's Computer|Electronics]]
 
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| ''Electronics:'' [[Model/1]] [[computer]] with entertainment consoles, navigation screens, and automatic life safety interlocks. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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| [[Ship's Hardpoint|Hardpoints]]
 
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| x4 [[hardpoint]]s.
 
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| [[Ship's Weapon|Armament]]
 
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| No standard armament is equipped although the capacity for it exists.
 
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| [[Ship's Defense|Defenses]]
 
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| No defensive equipment is equipped although the capacity for it exists.
 
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| [[Smallcraft|Craft]]
 
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| ''[[Ship's Boat]]:'' [[Launch]] mounted dorsally with integral [[lifeboat]] capability, the [[launch]] is also used for errands and transfers. [[Launch]] mounts for the [[boat]] are located on dorsal surface of merchant dismounts for errands and transfers. [[Maneuver Drive]]s are mounted underneath the [[fuselage]] of the [[Ship’s Boat]]. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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* [[Damgarrii class Passenger Launch]]
 
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| [[Fuel Purification Plant|Fuel Treatment]]
 
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| [[Fuel scoop]]s are integral with the hull, and a [[fuel purification plant]] allows use of [[unrefined fuel]].
 
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| 10.
 
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| [[Imperial Currency|Cost]]
 
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| [[MCr]]101.03
 
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| [[Naval Architecture|Construction Time]]
 
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| x14 months.
 
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| Comments
 
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| ''Capacity:'' 200.0 tons [[cargo]] (...generally in standard modules), eight [[passenger]]s. Nine [[low berth]]s. {{Page cite|name= Traders and Gunboats |page= 21 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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== History & Background ([[Dossier]]) ==
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== History & Background ==
 
[[File: FirstImperiumIcon128.png|right]]
 
[[File: FirstImperiumIcon128.png|right]]
 
The ''Akkigish-class'' is  truly ancient [[vessel]], literally first manufactured thousands of years ago near the end of the [[Ziru Sirka]] period. They were superbly built to last and last they have. Some hulls have been literally built and rebuilt dozens upon dozens of times, constantly upgraded with local parts and in local [[shipyard]]s on their [[trade route]]s.
 
The ''Akkigish-class'' is  truly ancient [[vessel]], literally first manufactured thousands of years ago near the end of the [[Ziru Sirka]] period. They were superbly built to last and last they have. Some hulls have been literally built and rebuilt dozens upon dozens of times, constantly upgraded with local parts and in local [[shipyard]]s on their [[trade route]]s.
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=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
 
=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
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There also exists a [[Akkigish class Far Trader]] variant, which uses the same hull and basic layout.
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* There also exists a [[Akkigish class Far Trader]] variant, which uses the same hull and basic layout.
 
  
 
=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
 
=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
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{{:Referral-Tree-Type-R2-Subsidized-Merchant-Far-Liner}}
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{{Ship referral tree|tdes=A1|name=Free Trader}}
  
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== References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) ==
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== References ==
 
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|S1= {{Ludography cite|name= High Guard |page= 20-37 |version= Classic Traveller}} (Design Sequence Used)
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| {{Ludography cite|name= Starships | version=Classic Traveller|page=19}}
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|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= Starship Operator's Manual |page=58 |version=MegaTraveller}}
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| {{Ludography cite|name= Traders and Gunboats | version=Classic Traveller| page=19-22}}
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|S3= EXTERNAL LINK: [http://www.elvwood.org/Traveller/Akkigish.html Akkigish Far Trader] by [[John G. Wood]]
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| {{Ludography cite|name= Starship Operator's Manual |page=58 |version=MegaTraveller}}
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|S4= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
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| {{Ludography cite|name=GURPS Traveller Core Rules | page=146}}
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|S5= Author & Contributor: [[John G. Wood]]
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| [[Kenneth Witt]]. [http://www.elvwood.org/Traveller/Akkigish.html Elvwood Site].  
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|S6= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]
 
 
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Revision as of 10:33, 27 April 2022

Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant
Sub-Merchant-WH-Keith-MT-Imp-Encyclo-Pg-36 03-July-2018a.jpg
A Vilani classic ship.
Type: A1 Subsidized Merchant
Category ACS
Size 400 Tons
Hull Configuration Close Structure Hull
Streamlining Streamlined Hull
Tech Level TL–9
Engineering
Computer Model/1
Jump J-1
Maneuver 1 G
Armaments
Hardpoints 2
Accommodations
Staterooms 13
Low Berths 9
Personnel
Crew 5
    Officers 2
    Enlisted 3
High/Mid Passengers 7
Low Passengers 9
Payload
Cargo 200 Tons
Fuel tank 50 Tons
Carried craft 1 20t Launch
Construction
Construction Time 14 Months
Origin Third Imperium
Price
Cost MCr101.03
Statistics
Quick Ship Profile R-AS12
Universal Ship Profile R2-4211111 000000 10001-0
Images
Blueprint Yes
Illustration Yes
Source
Canon Published, canon design
Designer Marc Miller
Era 1105

The Akkigish class Subsidized Merchant is a civilian Subsidized Merchant. The Akkigish is largely designed around use as a subsidized merchant.

Description

The Akkigish-class is the prototypical and oldest of the Type R class Subsidized Merchant merchant vessels. The design standards are a standby in shipyards across Charted Space, even outside of the Third Imperium. Subsidized Merchants are usually found operating a set route where part of the operating expenses are met by an outside party in return for some guarantee (usually a courier contract or a regular shipment/passenger contract of some kind). Usually a part of the hold or one or more passenger cabins will be reserved for the use of the subsidizer, and the ship required to service a set and scheduled route.

Constructed using the type 400 hull, the subsidized merchant has jump drive-C, maneuver drive-C, and power plant-C, giving performance of jump-1 and 1-G acceleration. Fuel tankage is 50 tons, sufficient for one jump, plus some maneuver. Fuel scoops are integral with the hull, and a fuel purification plant allows use of unrefined fuel. The rather ordinary bridge is complemented with a Model/1 computer and two tons of fire control for the ship's two turrets. The ship has thirteen staterooms (five for the crew; eight for high or middle passengers); there are nine low berths. The crew consists of a captain/pilot, navigator, medic, steward, and engineer. There exists the potential for two gunners as crew members if weaponry is installed. The ship carries a 20-ton launch for passenger shuttling and minor errands; it is piloted by the navigator or an engineer. Cargo capacity is 200.0 tons. [1]

No turrets or weaponry are installed, but there are two hardpoints and two tons are set aside for fire control. The ship has one 20-ton launch. Cargo capacity is 200 tons. The ship is streamlined. [2]

The Fat Trader requires a crew of five: pilot, navigator, engineer, medic, and steward. The pilot also operates the launch; gunners may be added to the crew list as required. The ship costs MCr101.03 and typically takes fourteen months to build. [3]

Its electronics were hardened for hard deep space use and its engines were designed for minimal maintenance. The power plant was very capable for its size and built to be endlessly expanded and modernized as newer technologies premiered. The hull is solid, and the air control surfaces are effective in atmospheres and in gas giants for wilderness refueling. Even the freshers and galley were well designed for its time.

Dimensions: 46.5 meters long by 10 meters high by 15 meters wide. Wingspan: 32 meters. [4]

The Launch mounted dorsally with integral lifeboat capability, the launch is also used for errands and transfers. Launch mounts for the boat are located on dorsal surface of merchant dismounts for errands and transfers. Maneuver Drives are mounted underneath the fuselage of the Ship’s Boat. [5] A 10-ton Lifeboat may be substituted for the launch if desired. Members of the crew will be cross-trained as small-craft crew for operating the Launch or Lifeboat.

Image Repository

  1. A Type R in deep spaceflight, far from a mainworld, probably coming into a wilderness refueling.
    Type-R The-Traveller Book-WH-Keith-pg-76 13-May-2019a.jpg
  2. A conversion to a Gyro Cadis class Subsidized Merchant, into a Q-Ship.
    Type-R-Q-Ship-Challenge-25-Brian-Gibson 15-May-2019a.jpg

General Description & Deck Plans

The subsidized merchant is built on a two level plan. The lower deck contains a full access tunnel-type cargo area adapted to containerized cargo. Each cargo module (of 3.85 tons) can be positioned on the deck and removed through bow, rear, or side doors. The cargo-loading templates show the actual configurations which will pass through the various doors.

The lower level also contains the drives and fuel scoops for the ship's tanks. Fuel is contained in the wings and wing-tips. Small crawlways extend into the wings for access to the landing legs and for exiting beneath the wings.

The upper level contains passenger and crew staterooms, the lounges, the bridge, and the galley. The rear portion of the upper level contains the ship's power plant and the low berths. The transverse bulkhead midway through the upper level is a pressure barrier designed to reduce losses in the event of a hull puncture.

Passenger loading is generally performed using the 20-ton ship's launch. The launch calls at the main starport or even at a local hotel's landing pads and picks up passengers booked for the flight. The ship itself is already in orbit, and the launch mates directly with the berth on the ship's dorsal surface. Passengers then board using the launch access hatch. The launch has provision for eight passengers in addition to the pilot. It can carry 9 tons of cargo.

History & Background

FirstImperiumIcon128.png

The Akkigish-class is truly ancient vessel, literally first manufactured thousands of years ago near the end of the Ziru Sirka period. They were superbly built to last and last they have. Some hulls have been literally built and rebuilt dozens upon dozens of times, constantly upgraded with local parts and in local shipyards on their trade routes.

The Akkigishes were solidly built and are still preferred despite newer models such as the March-class or Gyro Cadiz-class being available. When a spacer mentions the Type R class Subsidized Merchant, many picture a trusty Akkigish.

Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities

There also exists a Akkigish class Far Trader variant, which uses the same hull and basic layout.

Selected Variant Types & Classes

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Type A1 Free Trader

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