«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 |