design by Morgan Donovan
NOTES:
Known Sphere Of Operation: Empire-wide use
Data Reliability: C for Type 1, D for Type 2
Major Data Source: Project Grey Ghost; Romulan Sector Intelligence
The P-81 was one of several designs put forward in an attempt to create a small, fast and dangerous patrol vessel that could be produced in significant numbers to deter aggression from a number of sources. The P-81 was one of the more successful light combat platforms, and became a favorite among border security units along the Triangle and Klingon boundary.
The Type 1, launched in 2277, relied heavily on it’s twin forward torpedo launchers to supplement it’s main disruptors. It’s excellent maneuverability and acceleration meant the P-81 could quickly close with an enemy en-mass and overwhelm their defenses. After-action reports showed that groups of 5 or more P-81 easily engaged enemy cruisers, inflicting significant damage on their targets.
Some time in late 2281, a more powerful Type 2 was believed to have been fielded. This variant has the more powerful RP-2 torpedo, giving the P-81 even greater firepower. Reports also indicate that the main disruptors may have been upgraded as well.
The production facility for the P-81 was never confirmed, although Gorwah and Kalabestasz were suspected. The vessel is named for a Reman night bird that uses infra-red vision to hunt for insects on the dark side of the planet. The avian has a 98% success rate while hunting.
| Construction Data: | |||
| Model Number — | Type 1 | Type 2 | Type 3 |
| Ship Class — | III | III | III |
| Date Entering Service — | 2277 | 2281 | 2300 |
| Number Constructed — | 65 | 45 | Refit |
| Hull Data: | |||
| Superstructure Points — | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Damage Chart — | C | C | C |
| Size: | |||
| Length — | 45.5 m | 45.5 m | 45.5 m |
| Width — | 32.8 m | 32.8 m | 32.8 m |
| Height — | 10.7 m | 10.7 m | 10.7 m |
| Weight — | 24,098 mt | 23,813 mt | 24,898 mt |
| Cargo: | |||
| Cargo Units — | 8 SCU | 8 SCU | 8 SCU |
| Cargo Capacity — | 4,400 mt | 4,400 mt | 4,400 mt |
| Landing Capacity — | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Equipment Date: | |||
| Control Computer Type — | R-3M | R-3M | R-4M |
| Transporters: | |||
| Standard 9-person — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Cloaking Device Type — | RCA | RCA | RCA |
| Power Requirements — | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Other Data: | |||
| Crew — | 9 | 9 | 9 |
| Passengers — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Shuttlecraft — | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engines And Power Data: | |||
| Total Power Units Available — | 21 | 21 | 21 |
| Movement Point Ratio — | 1/1 | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| Warp Engine Type — | RWA-2 | RWA-2 | RWA-2 |
| Number — | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Power Units Available — | 9 ea. | 9 ea. | 9 ea. |
| Stress Charts — | J/M | J/M | J/M |
| Max Safe Cruising Speed — | Warp 6 | Warp 6 | Warp 6 |
| Emergency Speed — | Warp 7 | Warp 7 | Warp 7 |
| Impulse Engine Type — | RIA-3 | RIA-3 | RIA-3 |
| Power Units Available — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Weapons And Firing Data: | |||
| Beam Weapon Type — | RB-3a | RB-8 | RB-12 |
| Number — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Firing Arcs — | 1 f/p, 1 f/s, 1 p/a/s | 1 f/p, 1 f/s, 1 p/a/s | 1 f/p, 1 f/s, 1 p/a/s |
| Firing Chart — | L | N | W |
| Maximum Power — | 6 | 6 | 9 |
| Damage Modifiers: | |||
| +3 | (1-3) | (1-4) | (1-10) |
| +2 | (4-8) | (5-9) | (11-15) |
| +1 | (9-12) | (10-13) | (16-20) |
| Torpedo Weapon Type — | RP-1 | RP-2 | RP-3 |
| Number — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Firing Arcs — | 2 f, 1 a | 2 f, 1 a | 2 f, 1 a |
| Firing Chart — | F | H | Q |
| Power to Arm — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Damage — | 6 | 8 | 10 |
| Shield Data: | |||
| Deflector Shield Type — | RSC | RSE | RSE |
| Shield Point Ratio — | 1/2 | 1/2 | 1/2 |
| Maximum Shield Power — | 8 | 12 | 12 |
| Combat Efficiency: | |||
| D — | 84.9 | 89.9 | 89.9 |
| WDF — | 15.3 | 19.2 | 42.9 |