«Last Updated – December 14, 2017»
From Romulan Ship Recognition Manual, 2nd Edition, FASA, Design by Forest G. Brown, Graphics by Dana Knutson
Known sphere Of Operation: Empire-wide Use
Data Reliability: A
Major Data Source: Project Grey Ghost; Romulan Sector Intelligence
NOTES:
The V-6 class was considered to be the ultimate replacement to fill the need for both a military vessel and a research vessel. Designed much like Star Fleet research cruisers, they are well equipped for research duties and for combat.
At the time of their introduction about Stardate 2/09, they were the most powerful ships in the fleet. The Type-1 mounted six of the most powerful disruptors available and the RPL-2 plasma weapon. Although these vessels never saw combat with any Federation ships, it is speculated that this model would have been an even match for a Constitution Class cruiser.
With the Type-5, introduced about Stardate 2/11, the combat efficiency improved because its more powerful disruptors, more efficient shields, and stronger superstructure. At this time, all Type-1s were recalled for refitting to the new configuration, and, by Stardate 2/13, this process had been completed. The Type-5 remained in service until about Stardate 2/22, when all had been converted to the Type 7.
The Type-7, introduced on Stardate 2/1607, mounted improved engines and was structurally improved. Vessels of this type are expected to remain a mainstay of the active Navy.
They Type-8 was the last major modification of the V-6 and served will into the 2330’s before finally being retired. An improved computer and enlarged impulse drive gave the Type-8 sufficient firepower to allow the Romulans to hold the boarder with the Klingons, while continuing their military activities against the Gorn.
Of the approximately 100 V-6s built, nearly all are in reserve fleets. One Type-1 operates as a private research vessel, appearing infrequently in the Triangle. Romulan Intelligence reports that 83 reserve fleet units are Type-8’s. Several reports from the Klingons indicate that some V-6’s were reactivated during the Dominion War.
The class is named from the RomuIan s’ten vastam (gallant wing).
| Construction Data: | ||||
| Model – | Type-1 | Type-5 | Type-7 | Type-8 |
| Ship Class – | X | X | XII | XII |
| Date Entering Service – | 2268 | 2269 | 2271 | 2298 |
| Number Constructed – | 30 | 50 | 20 | Refit |
| Hull Data: | ||||
| Superstructure Points – | 22 | 24 | 26 | 32 |
| Damage Chart – | C | C | C | C |
| Size: | ||||
| Length – | 172 m | 172 m | 172 m | 172 m |
| Width – | 250 m | 252 m | 252 m | 252 m |
| Height – | 47 m | 47 m | 47 m | 47 m |
| Weight – | 143,470 mt | 146,945 mt | 189,945 mt | 206,617 mt |
| Cargo: | ||||
| Total SCU – | 250 SCU | 250 SCU | 250 SCU | 250 SCU |
| Cargo Capacity – | 12,500 mt | 12,500 mt | 12,500 mt | 12,500 mt |
| Landing Capacity – | None | None | None | None |
| Equipment Date: | ||||
| Control Computer Type – | R-5M | R-5M | R-5M | R-7M |
| Transporters: | ||||
| Standard 9-person – | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Emergency 20-person – | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo – | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Cloaking Device Type: | RCD | RCD | RCE | RCE |
| Power Requirements: | 22 | 22 | 38 | 38 |
| Other Data: | ||||
| Crew – | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Passengers – | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Shuttlecraft – | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| Engines And Power Data: | ||||
| Total Power Units Available – | 40 | 40 | 52 | 68 |
| Movement Point Ratio – | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 | 4/1 |
| Warp Engine Type – | RWF-1 | RWF-1 | RWG-1 | RWG-1 |
| Number – | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Units Available – | 18 ea. | 18 ea. | 24 ea. | 24 ea. |
| Stress Chart – | G/L | G/L | G/L | G/L |
| Max Safe Cruising Speed – | Warp 7 | Warp 7 | Warp 7 | Warp 7 |
| Emergency Speed – | Warp 8 | Warp 8 | Warp 9 | Warp 9 |
| Impulse Engine Type – | RID-1 | RID-1 | RID-1 | RIG-1 |
| Power Units Available – | 4 | 4 | 4 | 20 |
| Weapons And Firing Data: | ||||
| Beam Weapon Type – | RB-6 | RB-9 | RB-9 | RB-13 |
| Number – | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Firing Arcs – | 2 f/p, 2 f, 2 f/s | 2 f/p, 2 f, 2 f/s | 2 f/p, 2 f, 2 f/s | 2 f/p, 2 f, 2 f/s |
| Firing Chart – | T | W | W | V |
| Maximum Power – | 6 | 6 | 6 | 11 |
| Damage Modifiers: | ||||
| +3 | (-) | (1-8) | (1-8) | (1-10) |
| +2 | (1-18) | (9-16) | (9-16) | (11-16) |
| +1 | (-) | (17-20) | (17-20) | (17-21) |
| Torpedo Weapon Type – | RPL-2 | RPL-2 | RPL-2 | RPL-4 |
| Number – | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Firing Arcs – | 1 f | 1 f | 1 f | 1 f |
| Firing Chart – | M | M | M | T |
| Power to Arm – | 15 | 15 | 15 | 12 |
| Damage – | RL-2 | RL-2 | RL-2 | RL-4 |
| Shield Data: | ||||
| Deflector Shield Type – | RSN | RSO | RSO | RSS |
| Shield Point Ratio – | 1/2 | 1/3 | 1/3 | 1/4 |
| Maximum Shield Power – | 15 | 15 | 15 | 27 |
| Combat Efficiency: | ||||
| D – | 82.5 | 98.8 | 113.7 | 179.8 |
| WDF – | 41.7 | 49.5 | 49.5 | 74.6 |