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{{InfoboxShip
 
{{InfoboxShip
 
|name    = Serpent class Scout/Courier
 
|name    = Serpent class Scout/Courier
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|aerodynam= TBD
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|aerodynam= [[Streamlined Hull]]
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|alsosee  =  
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|agility  = X
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|architect= Donald P Rapp, Paranoia Press 1981
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|alsosee  = [[Scout/Courier]]
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|blueprint= TBD
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|architect= Donald P. Rapp, Paranoia Press 1981
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|caption  = Published, canon ship design.
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|blueprint= Yes
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|canon    = Yes. Published, canon starship design.
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|caption  = The Serpent-class is a prominent STOL starship.
 
|cargo    = 3
 
|cargo    = 3
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|cost    = 34.280
 
|crew    = 1
 
|crew    = 1
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|cost    = 34.280
 
 
|enlisted = 0
 
|enlisted = 0
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|EOS      = Still in active service.
 
|era      = 1105
 
|era      = 1105
 
|footnote = [[Starship]]s are designed with the [[Classic Traveller]] format, using [[High Guard (book)|High Guard]].
 
|footnote = [[Starship]]s are designed with the [[Classic Traveller]] format, using [[High Guard (book)|High Guard]].
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|hp      = 1
 
|hp      = 1
 
|hpass    = 3
 
|hpass    = 3
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|hull    = TBD
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|hull    = Cone Hull
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|illustration= Yes
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|illustration= Yes  
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|image    = Imperial Sunburst-Sun-IISS-Traveller.gif
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|image    = Serpent-class-THUMB-CT-Peridoical 8-July-2019a.jpg
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|IOC      = No information yet available.
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|IOC      = Unknown
 
|jump    = 2
 
|jump    = 2
 
|lpass    = 0
 
|lpass    = 0
 
|marines  = 0
 
|marines  = 0
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|model    = No information yet available.
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|model    = [[Model/2]] [[bis]]
 
|officers = 1
 
|officers = 1
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|origin  = [[Delta Research]]
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|origin  = Delta Research
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|QSP      = TBD
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|QSP      = S-AS22
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|ref      = TBD
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|ref      = {{Ludography ref|name= Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 02|page=8-9|article=Serpent class Scout Ships}}
 
|size    = 100
 
|size    = 100
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|tdes    = S
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|size-cat = ACS
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|tdes    = SX
 
|TL      = 11
 
|TL      = 11
 
|type    = Scout/Courier
 
|type    = Scout/Courier
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|usp      = S-11222S1-010000-00001-0
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|usp      = SX-11222S1-010000-00001-0
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|manufacturer= Delta Research Yards
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|manufacturer= [[Delta Research]] Yards
 
}}
 
}}
 
The [[Serpent class Scout/Courier]] is an exploratory [[starship]].
 
The [[Serpent class Scout/Courier]] is an exploratory [[starship]].
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== Description ([[Specifications]]) ==
 
== Description ([[Specifications]]) ==
 
The ''Serpent'' class [[Scout/Courier]] is a small [[starship]] produced by [[Delta Research]], a [[Corporation]] based in [[Beyond Sector]]. The ship has an aerodynamic [[hull]] and may perform high speed glides in [[Thin atmosphere|thin]], [[Standard atmosphere|standard]] and [[Dense atmosphere|dense]] [[atmosphere]]s.
 
The ''Serpent'' class [[Scout/Courier]] is a small [[starship]] produced by [[Delta Research]], a [[Corporation]] based in [[Beyond Sector]]. The ship has an aerodynamic [[hull]] and may perform high speed glides in [[Thin atmosphere|thin]], [[Standard atmosphere|standard]] and [[Dense atmosphere|dense]] [[atmosphere]]s.
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=== Image Repository ===
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# A [[Serpent class Scout/Courier]] landed on the surface of a [[planet]]. <br> [[File: Serpent-Class-Image 10-July-2019c.jpg]]
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=== General Description & Deck Plans ===
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# A [[Deck Plan]] schematic for a [[Serpent class Scout/Courier]]. <br> [[File: Serpent-Class-Schematic 10-July-2019b.jpg]]
  
 
=== Basic Ship Characteristics ===
 
=== Basic Ship Characteristics ===
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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 craft) carried on the ship. Tonnage 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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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"  
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"  
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|+ '''Basic Ship Characteristics''' {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}}
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!colspan="3"|'''Basic Ship Characteristics''' {{Page cite|name= Fighting Ships |page= 10 |version= Classic Traveller}}
 
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! No.
 
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| 1.
 
| 1.
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| [[Ton|Tonnage]]
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| [[Ton|Tonnage]] / [[Hull]]
 
| The ''Serpent'' class is constructed using a 100 [[Ton]] [[hull]] built in a generally Conical configuration. The hull is fully streamlined and has a vee-tail and variable-sweep wings, giving excellent atmospheric performance that is further enhanced by its onboard [[Gravity Control Technology|gravitic]] systems.
 
| The ''Serpent'' class is constructed using a 100 [[Ton]] [[hull]] built in a generally Conical configuration. The hull is fully streamlined and has a vee-tail and variable-sweep wings, giving excellent atmospheric performance that is further enhanced by its onboard [[Gravity Control Technology|gravitic]] systems.
 
* The vessel is fitted with an [[airlock]]. The cargo hold is accessed by a large door.
 
* The vessel is fitted with an [[airlock]]. The cargo hold is accessed by a large door.
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| 2.
 
| 2.
 
| [[Crew]]
 
| [[Crew]]
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| x1 Crew.
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| x1 [[Crew]].
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* x1 Pilot/Navigator (required minimum).
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* x1 [[Pilot]]/[[Navigator]] (required minimum).
  
 
''Accommodations''
 
''Accommodations''
 
* There are 4 [[Stateroom]]s.
 
* There are 4 [[Stateroom]]s.
 
** Typically, x1 Stateroom is given over to the crew and x3 Staterooms are available to [[Middle passage|middle passengers]].
 
** Typically, x1 Stateroom is given over to the crew and x3 Staterooms are available to [[Middle passage|middle passengers]].
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** Many vessels carry x1 Pilot/Commander, x1 Navigator, x1 Gunner/Engineer, and x1 Xenologist as standard. Each crewmember receives their own cabin.
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** Many vessels carry x1 [[Pilot]]/Commander, x1 [[Navigator]], x1 [[Gunner]]/[[Engineer]], and x1 [[Xenologist]] as standard. Each crewmember receives their own cabin.
 
** Up to 8 individuals may be carried if personnel elect to travel double occupancy.
 
** Up to 8 individuals may be carried if personnel elect to travel double occupancy.
  
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| 3.
 
| 3.
 
| [[Maneuver Drive|Performance]]
 
| [[Maneuver Drive|Performance]]
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| The vessel mounts a Mannschenn Type R2-53 [[Jump Drive|Jump]]-2 drive, twin [[Delta Research]] TS 1410/V [[Maneuver Drive|Maneuver]]-2 drives, and a Quadri-Dynamics J-4700/Mk III Fusion [[Power Plant]]-2, giving performance of Jump-2 and 2-G acceleration. The ship has an Agility rating of 2. The internal fuel tankage is sufficient for one Jump-2 and one consecutive Jump-1 and gives the [[power plant]] 20 weeks duration.
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| The vessel mounts a [[Mannschenn]] Type R2-53 [[Jump Drive|Jump]]-2 drive, twin [[Delta Research]] TS 1410/V [[Maneuver Drive|Maneuver]]-2 drives, and a [[Quadri-Dynamics]] J-4700/Mk III Fusion [[Power Plant]]-2, giving performance of Jump-2 and 2-G acceleration. The ship has an Agility rating of 2. The internal [[fuel tank]]age is sufficient for one Jump-2 and one consecutive Jump-1 and gives the [[power plant]] 20 weeks duration.
 
* The jump drive utilizes a [[Ship Hull Grid|hull grid]].
 
* The jump drive utilizes a [[Ship Hull Grid|hull grid]].
 
* Ladders and catwalks give access to the machinery.
 
* Ladders and catwalks give access to the machinery.
 
* The [[jump drive]] is fitted with an [[LSP]]-produced [[jump governor]].
 
* The [[jump drive]] is fitted with an [[LSP]]-produced [[jump governor]].
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* Jump-2
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* 2-G acceleration
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* [[Power Plant]]-2
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* 2-[[EP]]s
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* Agility-2
 
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| 4.
 
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* x1 4-[[Ton]] [[Air/Raft]].
 
* x1 4-[[Ton]] [[Air/Raft]].
  
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The vehicle hanger is fitted with an external hatch. It can be sealed and has a volume of 4.0 [[Ton]]s. The hanger may be used as an [[airlock]].
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The [[vehicle hangar]] is fitted with an external hatch. It can be sealed and has a volume of 4.0 [[Ton]]s. The hanger may be used as an [[airlock]].
 
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| 9.
 
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* The cargo hold can be sealed and has independent life support and environmental systems.
 
* The cargo hold can be sealed and has independent life support and environmental systems.
  
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''Collapsible Fuel Tank''
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''Collapsible Fuel Tank'' <br>
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Some examples of the class are fitted with a collapsible 2-[[Ton]] fuel tank that is contained within the [[cargo hold]]. This fuel may not be used directly, but must be first pumped into the ship’s normal fuel tanks.
 
Some examples of the class are fitted with a collapsible 2-[[Ton]] fuel tank that is contained within the [[cargo hold]]. This fuel may not be used directly, but must be first pumped into the ship’s normal fuel tanks.
 
* The Collapsible Tank costs [[MCr]]0.0028. The stowed empty tank occupies a volume of 0.1 [[Ton]]s.
 
* The Collapsible Tank costs [[MCr]]0.0028. The stowed empty tank occupies a volume of 0.1 [[Ton]]s.
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=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
 
=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
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No information yet available.  
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''Vessel Peculiarities:'' No information yet available.  
  
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=== Image Repository ===
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''Class Naming Practice/s:'' Most [[vessel]]s in this class are named after reptiles or [[reptillianoid]] [[lifeform]]s. The namesake was the ''Serpent.''
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No information yet available.
 
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=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
 
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''[[Scout/Courier]]:''
 
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# [[Type S class Scout/Courier]]
 
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## [[Asia class Scout]]
 
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## [[Golf Ball class VIP Transport Scout]]
 
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## [[Serpent class Scout]] AKA [[Serpent class Scout/Courier]]
 
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## [[Stayaow class Combat Scout]]
 
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## [[Sulieman class Scout/Courier]]
 
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## [[Viper class Scout Raider]]
 
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# [[Type SX class Scout/Courier]]
 
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## [[Wind class Scout/Courier]]
 
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''[[Bounty Hunter]]:''
 
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# [[Type HT class Bounty Hunter]]
 
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## [[Huntress class Bounty Hunter]]
 
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''[[Medical Vessel]]:''
 
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# [[Type S class Medical Vessel]]
 
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## [[Type SM class Medical/SAR Craft]]
 
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''[[Prospector]]:''
 
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# [[Type J class Seeker]]
 
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## [[Jackie class Seeker]]
 
  
 
==== Variant Models ====
 
==== Variant Models ====
 
[[Delta Research]] produce a civilian version of the ''Serpent''. The sensor array is downgraded (to "standard", or [[Paramilitary Ship|paramilitary grade]] equipment) and the vessel is supplied unarmed, but the [[stateroom]]s, fittings and finish are of superior quality. It is also slightly cheaper, costing [[MCr]]33.280.
 
[[Delta Research]] produce a civilian version of the ''Serpent''. The sensor array is downgraded (to "standard", or [[Paramilitary Ship|paramilitary grade]] equipment) and the vessel is supplied unarmed, but the [[stateroom]]s, fittings and finish are of superior quality. It is also slightly cheaper, costing [[MCr]]33.280.
  
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== References & Contributors (Sources) ==
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=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
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{{:Referral-Tree-Type-SX-Aerodynamic-Scout}}
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== References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) ==
 
{{Metadata}}
 
{{Metadata}}
 
{{Advanced}}
 
{{Advanced}}
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|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= High Guard |page= 20-37 |version= Classic Traveller}} (Design Sequence Used)
 
|S2= {{Ludography cite|name= High Guard |page= 20-37 |version= Classic Traveller}} (Design Sequence Used)
 
|S3= {{Ludography cite|name= Scouts & Assassins|page=18-19,insert}}
 
|S3= {{Ludography cite|name= Scouts & Assassins|page=18-19,insert}}
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|S4= {{Ludography cite|name= High Guard|version=Mongoose Traveller|page=114-115}}
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|S4= {{Ludography cite|name= High Guard|version=Mongoose Traveller |page=114-115}}
 
|S5= EXTERNAL LINK: [http://www.ace-dog.com/Traveller/Shipyard/index.htm ACE DOG MT Serpent stats]
 
|S5= EXTERNAL LINK: [http://www.ace-dog.com/Traveller/Shipyard/index.htm ACE DOG MT Serpent stats]
 
|S6= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
 
|S6= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
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|S7= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[User: Alagoric|Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]]  
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|S7= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]]  
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|S8= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[User:Maksim-Smelchak|Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]  
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|S8= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]  
 
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Revision as of 15:02, 17 October 2019

Serpent class Scout/Courier
Serpent-class-THUMB-CT-Peridoical 8-July-2019a.jpg
The Serpent-class is a prominent STOL starship.
Type: SX Scout/Courier
Category ACS
Size 100 Tons
Hull Configuration Cone Hull
Streamlining Streamlined Hull
Tech Level TL–11
Engineering
Computer Model/2 bis
Jump J-2
Maneuver 2 G
Armaments
Hardpoints 1
Accommodations
Staterooms 0
Personnel
Crew 1
    Officers 1
High/Mid Passengers 0
Payload
Cargo 3 Tons
Fuel tank 0 Tons
Construction
Origin Delta Research
Manufacturer [[Delta Research Yards]]
Year Operational Unknown
End of Service Still in active service.
Price
Cost MCr34.280
Architect fee MCrDonald P. Rapp, Paranoia Press 1,981
Statistics
Quick Ship Profile S-AS22
Images
Blueprint Yes
Illustration Yes
Source
Also see Scout/Courier
Canon Published, fan design
Era 1105
Reference "Serpent class Scout Ships." Journal of the Travellers' Aid Society 02 8-9.
Starships are designed with the Classic Traveller format, using High Guard.

The Serpent class Scout/Courier is an exploratory starship.

Description (Specifications)

The Serpent class Scout/Courier is a small starship produced by Delta Research, a Corporation based in Beyond Sector. The ship has an aerodynamic hull and may perform high speed glides in thin, standard and dense atmospheres.

Image Repository

  1. A Serpent class Scout/Courier landed on the surface of a planet.
    Serpent-Class-Image 10-July-2019c.jpg

General Description & Deck Plans

  1. A Deck Plan schematic for a Serpent class Scout/Courier.
    Serpent-Class-Schematic 10-July-2019b.jpg

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 subcraft) carried on the ship. Tonnage on the universal ship profile is shown in kilotons (...thousands of tons) where necessary. [1]

Basic Ship Characteristics [2]
No. Category Remarks
1. Tonnage / Hull The Serpent class is constructed using a 100 Ton hull built in a generally Conical configuration. The hull is fully streamlined and has a vee-tail and variable-sweep wings, giving excellent atmospheric performance that is further enhanced by its onboard gravitic systems.
2. Crew x1 Crew.

Accommodations

  • There are 4 Staterooms.
    • Typically, x1 Stateroom is given over to the crew and x3 Staterooms are available to middle passengers.
    • Many vessels carry x1 Pilot/Commander, x1 Navigator, x1 Gunner/Engineer, and x1 Xenologist as standard. Each crewmember receives their own cabin.
    • Up to 8 individuals may be carried if personnel elect to travel double occupancy.

Accessible areas of the hull are fitted with grav plates and inertial compensators and have full life support and environmental systems.

  • There are internal monitoring and security systems throughout the vessel. Individual sections of the hull can be sealed off.
  • There are multiple emergency lockers.
3. Performance The vessel mounts a Mannschenn Type R2-53 Jump-2 drive, twin Delta Research TS 1410/V Maneuver-2 drives, and a Quadri-Dynamics J-4700/Mk III Fusion Power Plant-2, giving performance of Jump-2 and 2-G acceleration. The ship has an Agility rating of 2. The internal fuel tankage is sufficient for one Jump-2 and one consecutive Jump-1 and gives the power plant 20 weeks duration.
4. Electronics Adjacent to the bridge is a LHeP(Or) Series 12/136 Model/2bis computer: no backup computer is installed.
  • There are multiple workstations and control points throughout the vessel.
  • The vessel is fitted with communications equipment, an advanced sensor array, and has an Avionics suite.
  • It has a transponder unit that can be deactivated on command.
5. Hardpoints x1 dorsal hardpoint.
  • The listed weapons systems are typical for the class. Alternative weaponry may be designated for specific missions.
6. Armament The normal weapons fit-out for a Serpent class is:
7. Defenses The hull is unarmored.
  • The vessel is not fitted with screens or other passive defensive systems.
8. Craft Vehicles

The vehicle hangar is fitted with an external hatch. It can be sealed and has a volume of 4.0 Tons. The hanger may be used as an airlock.

9. Fuel Treatment The vessel has internal fuel tankage of 40.0 Tons.
10. Cost The basic cost of the vessel is MCr34.280
  • Architects Fee: MCr0.343
11. Construction Time 40 weeks (9 months) as standard.
  • Build times can be reduced by mass production and the efficiencies such processes generate, by increased financing, and by allotting additional yard resources and facilities to the construction contract.
12. Comments Standard cargo capacity amounts to 3.0 Tons.
  • The cargo hold can be sealed and has independent life support and environmental systems.

Collapsible Fuel Tank
Some examples of the class are fitted with a collapsible 2-Ton fuel tank that is contained within the cargo hold. This fuel may not be used directly, but must be first pumped into the ship’s normal fuel tanks.

  • The Collapsible Tank costs MCr0.0028. The stowed empty tank occupies a volume of 0.1 Tons.
  • The additional onboard fuel allows performance of two consecutive jump-2s and gives the power plant 4 weeks duration.

History & Background (Dossier)

The first vessel in the class was laid down in 1090. Over seven hundred Delta Research Scout/Couriers are currently in active service with both the Comsentient Alliance Scout/Exploration Service and the Imperial Interstellar Scout Service, particularly in those Sectors lying "Behind the Claw."

Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities

Vessel Peculiarities: No information yet available.

Class Naming Practice/s: Most vessels in this class are named after reptiles or reptillianoid lifeforms. The namesake was the Serpent.

Variant Models

Delta Research produce a civilian version of the Serpent. The sensor array is downgraded (to "standard", or paramilitary grade equipment) and the vessel is supplied unarmed, but the staterooms, fittings and finish are of superior quality. It is also slightly cheaper, costing MCr33.280.

Selected Variant Types & Classes

Paramilitary Vessel - Scout Vessel - Aerodynamic Scout:

  1. Type SX class Aerodynamic Scout
    1. Ithilien class Scoutship
    2. Serpent class Scout/Courier
    3. Type SX class Scout/Courier
    4. Wind class Scout/Courier

References & Contributors (Sources)

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