Torrential-class Light Cruiser
Torrential-class Light Cruiser | |
Production information | |
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Manufacturer | |
Class |
Capital |
Technical Specifications | |
Length |
804 m |
Megalight (MGLT) |
82 MGLT |
Hyperdrive rating |
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Shielding |
2760 SBD |
Hull |
1130 RU |
Armament |
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Complement |
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Crew |
Crew (2,190)
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Minimum crew |
1.240 |
Passengers |
2,304 |
Cargo capacity |
8,500 metric tons |
Consumables |
1.8 years |
Usage | |
Year introduced | |
Affiliation |
The Torrential-class Heavy Cruisers have been a long time in coming. As a result of Senatorial interference, a series of serious design flaws were 'overlooked' resulting in late delivery of the first batch ordered. After extensive refitting to correct the initial defects, the class has finally been brought into service. These vessels are mostly assigned to convoy escort and station/system defense. As such the majority of these vessels fall under the auspices of Support Services.
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Background[edit]
Created as escort craft to defend supply convoys during the fears created by the Stark Hyperspace War, the design did not come into production until late in the Clone Wars. Essentially, Torrential cruisers are meant to provide a platform for strike fighters to defend against pirates and other marauding craft. Additionally, they were later outfitted to serve as troop transports for up to a regiment of Imperial ground forces.
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History[edit]
Known ships[edit]
- Torrential
Sources[edit]
- Galactic Empire - original design