Type-9 shuttlecraft (Vanguard)

The Type-11 was a class of Federation shuttlecraft in service in the late 24th.

The Type-9 shuttlecraft is classified as a medium long-range warp shuttle. The Type-9 Personnel Shuttle is a long-range craft capable of traveling at high warp for extended periods of time due to new advances in variable geometry warp physics. Making its debut just before the launch of the Intrepid-class, this shuttle type is ideal for scouting and recon missions, but is well suited to perform many multi-mission tasks.

Technical information
Equipped with powerful Type-VI phaser emitters, the shuttle is designed to hold its own ground for a long period of time. Comfortable seating for four and moderate cargo space is still achieved without sacrificing speed and maneuverability. As is standard by the 2360s, the shuttle is equipped with a medium-range transporter and is capable of traveling through a planet’s atmosphere.

With its ability to travel at a maximum cruise speed of Warp 6, the Type-9 has been equipped with a more pronounced deflector dish that houses a compact long-range sensor that further helps it in its role as a scout. Equipped with the enhanced warp drive of the Khronnians, Type-9 shuttlecrafts assigned to Field Commands of Vanguard Command can now attain and sustain a maximum cruise speed of Warp 6.

The Type-9 is now being deployed throughout the fleet and is especially aiding deep-space exploratory ships with its impressive abilities.