design by Rat on Pier
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Known Sphere Of Operation: Empire-wide use
Data Reliability: D
Major Data Source: Klingon Sector Intelligence, Triangle Sector Intelligence
The design history of the D-17 flows from the designs of other well-loved warship designs of the Imperial Fleet, and the lines of this ship are later taken to larger scale in the Vor’cha Class cruisers many years later.
The D-117 is a little larger than the D-7 and meant to take over the functions of the D-23 as a battle-able command cruiser. While the D-10 already serves in this regard to some degree as a flagship, any captain of sufficient note might obtain command of a D-10 (through family connections or political intrigue). The D-17 is designed to be a Squadron Leader, and as such, command of one of these vessels is a mark of distinction and leadership.
Fully battle-capable and having the ability to cloak, the D-117 is not a ship given to administrative commanders or luxury-conscious Thought Admirals. Command of one of these new vessels is a mark of distinction, such command only going to recognized leaders in the fleet. Klingon Imperial Command commissioned the D-117 as a Squadron Leader. The vessel’s design was heavily influenced by the maneuverability of the D-7, a preference expressed by Field Commander’s who wished for a more capable vessel than those in the squadrons that they were commanding at the time.
The <D-117A was introduced in 2284. Mounting the KWF-2 warp engines, the KIF-2 impulse engine, the efficient KSL trinary shield system and the longer range KD-17 and KP-6 weapons, the D-117A was a formidable addition to any battle squadron. The D-17A was produced at the Taamar and Mustaka Facilities. Of the ten D-117As produced, nine have been converted to B models, and one has been reported missing along the Demon’s Rift
In 2294 the D-117B was introduced. The KSL shields were replaced with the KSP shield system. Other modifications include the addition of two banks of KD-8 disruptors. With these changes in place, the D-117 has become extremely popular with frontline commanders. Two D-117Bs have been produced at Taamar and, to date, 9 of the A models have been converted at Mustaka. With the introduction of the B model, production of the A model was halted. The B model was expected to be produced at an increasing rate. However, the destruction of Praxis ended production of the D-117.
The remining 11 D-117Bs continued to serve until 2324 when the last ship was damaged and scrapped. Of the 11 D-117Bs fielded, 2 are still in Reserve Fleets, 1 was destroyed, 2 are listed as missing, 4 were sold and 2 are in service to ranking families in the empire.
The vessel takes its name form the Klingon loDnI’ batlh which translate to “Brother with Honor“.
| Construction Data: | ||
| Model Number — | A | B |
| Ship Class — | IX | X |
| Date Entering Service — | 2288 | 2294 |
| Number Constructed — | 10 | 2 |
| Hull Data: | ||
| Superstructure Points — | 31 | 32 |
| Damage Chart — | B | B |
| Size: | ||
| Length — | 234.1 m | 234.1 m |
| Width — | 142.5 m | 142.5 m |
| Height — | 60.3 m | 60.3 m |
| Weight — | 133,890 mt | 158,700 mt |
| Cargo: | ||
| Cargo Units — | 203 SCU | 203 SCU |
| Cargo Capacity — | 10,150 mt | 10,150 mt |
| Landing Capacity — | None | None |
| Equipment Date: | ||
| Control Computer Type — | ZD-9 | ZD-9 |
| Transporters: | ||
| Standard 6-person — | 3 | 3 |
| Combat-22 person — | 2 | 2 |
| Emergency 18-person — | 2 | 2 |
| Cargo — | 2 | 2 |
| Cloaking Device Type — | KCC | KCC |
| Power Requirements — | 32 | 32 |
| Other Data: | ||
| Crew — | 448 | 494 |
| Troops — | 110 | 110 |
| Passengers — | 5 | 5 |
| Shuttlecraft — | 4 | 4 |
| Engines And Power Data: | ||
| Total Power Units Available — | 59 | 63 |
| Movement Point Ratio — | 3/1 | 3/1 |
| Warp Engine Type — | KWF-2 | KWE-3 |
| Number — | 2 | 2 |
| Power Units Available — | 18 ea. | 20 ea. |
| Stress Charts — | H/J | J/M |
| Max Safe Cruising Speed — | Warp 8 | Warp 8 |
| Emergency Speed — | Warp 9 | Warp 9 |
| Impulse Engine Type — | KIF-2 | KIF-2 |
| Power Units Available — | 23 | 23 |
| Weapons And Firing Data: | ||
| Beam Weapon Type — | KD-17 | KD-17 |
| Number — | 4 | 4 |
| Firing Arcs — | 2 f/p, 2 f/s | 2 f/p, 2 f/s |
| Firing Chart — | X | X |
| Maximum Power — | 9 | 9 |
| Damage Modifiers: | ||
| +3 | (1-12) | (1-12) |
| +2 | (13-17) | (13-17) |
| +1 | (18-22) | (18-22) |
| Beam Weapon Type — | – | KD-8 |
| Number — | – | 4 |
| Firing Arcs — | – | 2 f, 2 a |
| Firing Chart — | – | U |
| Maximum Power — | – | 7 |
| Damage Modifiers: | ||
| +3 | – | (1-7) |
| +2 | – | (8-15) |
| +1 | – | (16-20) |
| Torpedo Weapon Type — | KP-6 | KP-6 |
| Number — | 3 | 3 |
| Firing Arcs — | 2 f, 1 a | 2 f, 1 a |
| Firing Chart — | R | R |
| Power to Arm — | 2 | 2 |
| Damage — | 20 | 20 |
| Shield Data: | ||
| Deflector Shield Type — | KSL | KSP |
| Shield Point Ratio — | 1/3 | 1/3 |
| Maximum Shield Power — | 14 | 15 |
| Combat Efficiency: | ||
| D — | 147.8 | 156.8 |
| WDF — | 71.4 | 95.8 |