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|name     = Ulysses class Long-Range Scout
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|name         = Ulysses class Long-Range Scout
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|aerodynam= [[Streamlined Hull]]
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|image        = Distant Fringe Logo.gif
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|alsosee =  
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|caption      = Distant Fringe vessel
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|architect= Ade Stewart
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|tdes        = SL
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|blueprint= No
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|type        = Exploration Vessel
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|caption = Unpublished, non-canon fan design.
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|cargo    = 25
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|size-cat    = ACS
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|crew     = 20
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|size        = 600
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|cost    = 413.848 (base)<br>[[MCr]]331.079 (qty)
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|hull        = Cone Hull
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|IOC      = No information yet available.
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|aerodynam   = Streamlined Hull
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|enlisted = 16
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|TL          = 11
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|footnote = [[Starship]]s are designed with the [[Classic Traveller]] format, using [[High Guard (book)|Book 5 High Guard]]
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|model      = Model/3
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|hp      = 6
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|hpass   = 0
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|g          = 3
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|hull     = [[Conical Hull]]
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|fuelTreatment =  
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|image   = Distant Fringe Logo.gif
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|jump    = 2
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|lpass    = 10
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|marines = 0
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|screens     =  
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|model   = Model/3
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|officers = 4
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|staterooms  = 20
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|origin   = Distant Fringe
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|bunks      =  
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|QSP     = LS-FS32
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|seats      =  
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|ref      = Ade Alagoric Stewart
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|lowberths  = 20
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|size    = 600
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|tdes     = LS
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|crew       = 20
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|TL       = 11
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|type    = Scout
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|usp      = SN–6223332–050000–40003-0
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|manufacturer= Various
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|cost        = 413.848
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|QSP         = SL-FS32
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|blueprint  = No
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|illustration = Yes
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|alsosee     =
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|designer    = Ade Stewart
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|era        = 1105
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|ref        = Fan: Ade Stewart]
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The [[Ulysses class Long-Range Scout]] is a [[Research Ship]].
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The [[Ulysses class Long-Range Scout]] is a {{TL|11}} science research [[starship]].
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* It is a [[Paramilitary Ship]] and a [[Scout]].
 
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* This is a generic class of [[vessel]].
 
 
* 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 ([[Specifications]]) ==
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== Description ==
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The ''Ulysses'' class is a survey vessel occasionally encountered within the [[Distant Fringe]] region. It is classified as a [[Research Ship]] and is constructed as a [[Long-Range Pattern Starships|long-range]] design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the [[Distant Fringe]] was first settled.
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It is a vessel with 3-G and J-2 performance. The ''Ulysses'' class is a survey vessel occasionally encountered within the [[Distant Fringe]] region. It is classified as a [[Research Ship]] and is constructed as a [[Long-Range Pattern Starships|long-range]] design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the [[Distant Fringe]] was first settled.
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* The vessel is a [[TL-11]] design.
 
  
 
=== Image Repository ===
 
=== Image Repository ===
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[[File:J2_600_dTon_Long-Range_Scout.jpg]] <br>A ''Ulysses'' class Long-Range Scout.
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# A [[Ulysses class Long-Range Scout|''Ulysses'' class Long-Range Scout]]. <br> [[File:J2_600_dTon_Long-Range_Scout.jpg|500px]]
  
 
=== 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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| [[Ton|Tonnage]]
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| [[Ton|Tonnage]] / [[Hull]]
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| The Long-Range Scout is constructed using a 600 [[Ton|dTon]] [[hull]] built in a generally [[Conical Hull|cone]]-shaped configuration. The hull is fully [[Streamlined Hull|streamlined]], giving an [[Atmosphere|atmospheric]] performance that is entirely reliant on its [[Gravity Control Technology|gravitic]] systems.
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| The Long-Range Scout is constructed using a 600 [[Ton|dTon]] [[hull]] built in a generally [[Conical Hull|cone]]-shaped configuration. The hull is fully [[Streamlined Hull|streamlined]], giving a good [[Atmosphere|atmospheric]] performance that is entirely reliant on its [[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 x4 [[airlock]]s located around the vessel. The [[cargo hold]] is accessed by doors and has a loading ramp.
 
* There are x4 [[airlock]]s located around the vessel. The [[cargo hold]] is accessed by doors and has a loading ramp.
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There are 20 [[Stateroom]]s.
 
There are 20 [[Stateroom]]s.
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* x12 [[Stateroom]]s are given over to [[Crew Quarters|crew quarters]]. The command crew have individual cabins: all other quarters are double occupancy.
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* x12 [[Stateroom]]s are given over to [[Crew Quarters|crew quarters]]. The officers have individual cabins: all other quarters are double occupancy.
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* x8 Staterooms are given over to a [[galley]], a large [[Common Room|common room]], a [[Sick Bay|medical bay]], [[Lab Space|laboratories]] and [[Workstation|workstations]]. No [[stateroom]]s are available to passengers, though provision can be made for additional specialists if necessary.
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* x8 Staterooms are given over to a [[galley]], a large [[Common Room|common room]], a [[Sick Bay|medical bay]], [[Lab Space|laboratories]] and [[Workstation|workstations]]. No [[stateroom]]s are available to paying passengers, though provision can be made for additional specialists if necessary.
  
 
There are 20 [[Cold sleep#Low berth|Low Berth]]s, typically used for specimen storage.
 
There are 20 [[Cold sleep#Low berth|Low Berth]]s, typically used for specimen storage.
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* They may also be used to place the crew into hibernation when the vessel is required to remain on station for extended periods.
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* The [[Cold sleep#Low berth|Low Berth]]s may also be used to place the crew into hibernation when the vessel is required to remain on station for extended periods.
  
 
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]].
 
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]].
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| [[Ship's Hardpoint|Hardpoints]]
 
| [[Ship's Hardpoint|Hardpoints]]
 
| x6 [[hardpoint]]s.
 
| x6 [[hardpoint]]s.
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* The listed [[Ship Weapon|weapons]] systems are typical for the design. Alternative [[Ship Weapon|weaponry]] may be designated for specific missions.
 
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| [[Ship's Weapon|Armament]]
 
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| The Long-Range Scout is generally unarmed.
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| The normal [[Starship Weapon|weapons]] fit-out for a Long-Range Scout is:
  
 
x2 triple [[Beam Laser]] [[turret]]s, grouped into one battery of 2 linked [[turret]]s
 
x2 triple [[Beam Laser]] [[turret]]s, grouped into one battery of 2 linked [[turret]]s
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x2 triple [[Sandcaster]] [[turret]]s, grouped into one battery of 2 linked [[turret]]s
 
x2 triple [[Sandcaster]] [[turret]]s, grouped into one battery of 2 linked [[turret]]s
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* The vessel is not fitted with [[screen]]s or other passive defensive systems.
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The vessel is not fitted with [[screen]]s or other passive defensive systems.
 
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| [[Fuel Purification Plant|Fuel Treatment]]
 
| [[Fuel Purification Plant|Fuel Treatment]]
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| The vessel has internal fuel tankage of 267 [[Ton|dTon]]s.
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| The vessel has internal [[Fuel Tank|fuel tankage]] of 267 [[Ton|dTon]]s.
 
* The hull is fitted with [[fuel scoop]]s.
 
* The hull is fitted with [[fuel scoop]]s.
 
* The vessel is equipped with [[fuel purification]] equipment.
 
* The vessel is equipped with [[fuel purification]] equipment.
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| Comments
 
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| Standard cargo capacity amounts to 25 [[Ton|dTon]]s.
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| Standard [[Cargo Hold|cargo capacity]] amounts to 25 [[Ton|dTon]]s.
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* The [[cargo hold]] can be sealed and has independent [[Life Support|life support]] and environmental systems.
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* The [[cargo hold]] can be subdivided into sections using removable [[Interior Wall|partition wall]]s.
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* Sections of the [[cargo Hold|hold]] may be isolated if desired and can be provided with specialized environmental conditions.
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* It has independent [[Life Support|life support]] and [[Ship Environmental Control|environmental systems]].
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* It can be sealed and isolated.
 
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== History & Background ([[Dossier]]) ==
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== History & Background ==
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The design is representative and a number of variants exist, particularly with regard to the allotted [[Starship Weapon|weapons systems]], onboard [[electronics]], and the fit out of internal spaces.
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The ''Ulysses'' class is classified as a [[Research Ship]] and is typically employed in commercial [[planet]]ary surveys and resource exploration as well as [[Astrography|astrographic]] exploration. It is also used to support [[military]] operations and conduct espionage. The ''Ulysses'' is broadly representative of the type and has a typical fit out of [[Starship Weapon|weapons systems]] and onboard [[electronics]].
  
 
=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
 
=== Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities ===
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Different examples of the design are known by many different names but all have very similar performance characteristics and capabilities.
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A number of [[Consumer goods, Manufacturing, Heavy Industry, and Aerospace|companies]] manufacture ships equivalent to the ''Ulysses'' 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.
  
 
=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
 
=== Selected Variant Types & Classes ===
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''[[Scout]] - [[Research Ship]]''
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{{Ship referral tree | name=Exploration Vessel | tdes=SL | class1=Civilian Ship|class2=Science Ship}}
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* [[Type TBD class Research Ship]]
 
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** [[Ulysses class Long-Range Scout|''Ulysses'' class Long-Range Scout]]
 
  
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== References & Contributors ([[Sources]]) ==
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== References ==
 
{{Metadata}}
 
{{Metadata}}
 
{{Intermediate}}
 
{{Intermediate}}
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{{Detail}}
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{{CT-Ship-Design}}
 
{{Sources
 
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|S1= CT Book 5 [[High_Guard_(book)|"High Guard",]] GDW, 1980.
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| Author: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]]
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|S2= [[Traveller Wiki Editorial Team]]
 
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|S3= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master Scout Emeritus [[Adie Alegoric Stewart]] of the [[IISS]]
 
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|S4= Author & Contributor: Lord (Marquis) and Master of Sophontology [[Maksim-Smelchak]] of the [[Ministry of Science]]
 
 
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Latest revision as of 15:35, 20 January 2024

Ulysses class Long-Range Scout
Distant Fringe Logo.gif
Distant Fringe vessel
Type: SL Exploration Vessel
Category ACS
Size 600 Tons
Hull Configuration Cone Hull
Streamlining Streamlined Hull
Tech Level TL–11
Engineering
Computer Model/3
Jump J-2
Maneuver 3 G
Armaments
Hardpoints 6
Accommodations
Staterooms 20
Low Berths 20
Personnel
Crew 20
High/Mid Passengers 0
Low Passengers 20
Payload
Cargo 25 Tons
Fuel tank 267 Tons
Construction
Origin Distant Fringe
Price
Cost MCr413.848
Statistics
Quick Ship Profile SL-FS32
Universal Ship Profile SL–6223332–050000–40003-0
Images
Blueprint No
Illustration Yes
Source
Canon Unpublished, fan design
Designer Ade Stewart
Design System High Guard
Era 1105
Reference Fan: Ade Stewart]

The Ulysses class Long-Range Scout is a TL–11 science research starship.

Description[edit]

It is a vessel with 3-G and J-2 performance. The Ulysses class is a survey vessel occasionally encountered within the Distant Fringe region. It is classified as a Research Ship and is constructed as a long-range design. Similar designs have been in use from the time the Distant Fringe was first settled.

Image Repository[edit]

  1. A Ulysses class Long-Range Scout.
    J2 600 dTon Long-Range Scout.jpg

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 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 Long-Range Scout is constructed using a 600 dTon hull built in a generally cone-shaped configuration. The hull is fully streamlined, giving a good atmospheric performance that is entirely reliant on its gravitic systems.
2. Crew Total Crew Complement: 20

x9 Command, x2 Engineering, x5 Gunnery, x3 Service, and x1 Medic.

Accommodations

There are 20 Staterooms.

There are 20 Low Berths, typically used for specimen storage.

  • The Low Berths may also be used to place the crew into hibernation when the vessel is required to remain on station for extended periods.

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

  • The vessel has a secure locker with a capacity of 2 dTons.
  • 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 Lockers.
3. Performance The vessel mounts a DeVoss-type Jump-2 drive, a Maneuver-3 drive and a Power Plant-3, giving performance of 3-G acceleration and producing 18 Energy Points. The ship has an agility rating of 1 and an emergency agility of 3. The internal fuel tankage gives the power plant 6 weeks duration.
  • The engineering section has a main control room.
    • Ladders, gantries and platforms give access to the machinery.
  • The jump drive utilizes a hull grid.
  • The jump drive is fitted with a jump governor.
4. Electronics Adjacent to the bridge is a Model/3 Computer: the vessel has a backup Model/3 Computer.
5. Hardpoints x6 hardpoints.
  • The listed weapons systems are typical for the design. Alternative weaponry may be designated for specific missions.
6. Armament The normal weapons fit-out for a Long-Range Scout is:

x2 triple Beam Laser turrets, grouped into one battery of 2 linked turrets

x2 triple Missile turrets, grouped into one battery of 2 linked turrets

7. Defenses The hull is unarmored.

x2 triple Sandcaster turrets, grouped into one battery of 2 linked turrets

The vessel is not fitted with screens or other passive defensive systems.

8. Craft The vessel carries no subcraft.
9. Fuel Treatment The vessel has internal fuel tankage of 267 dTons.
10. Cost The basic cost of the vessel is MCr413.848.
  • 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 MCr331.079.
  • The vessel is a standard design. Detailed architectural plans are widely available and no design fee is chargeable.
11. Construction Time 96 weeks (24 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 25 dTons.

History & Background[edit]

The Ulysses class is classified as a Research Ship and is typically employed in commercial planetary surveys and resource exploration as well as astrographic exploration. It is also used to support military operations and conduct espionage. The Ulysses is broadly representative of the type and has a typical fit out of weapons systems and onboard electronics.

Class Naming Practice/s & Peculiarities[edit]

A number of companies manufacture ships equivalent to the Ulysses 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.

Selected Variant Types & Classes[edit]

11 Representative Exploration Vessel (SL) Classes[edit]

§ == ( Please refer to the following AAB Library Data for more information: ) == §

Civilian Ship - Science Ship - Type SL Exploration Vessel


References[edit]

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Classic Traveller This ship was originally designed using one of the Classic Traveller ship design rules:
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