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| Saber-class Fast Frigate | |
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Class: |
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Type: |
Fast Frigate |
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Affiliation: |
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Status: |
Active |
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Yard: |
Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards (standard) |
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Launched: |
2371 (standard) |
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Commissioned: |
2372 (standard) |
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Length: |
190.5 meters |
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Beam: |
196 meters |
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Draft: |
47 meters |
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Mass: |
310,000 metric tons |
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Decks: |
8 |
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Complement: |
60 total: |
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Speed: |
Via enhanced warp drive: |
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Armament: |
Phasers: |
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Defenses: |
- Regenerative and multi-phasic shielding |
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- For additional meanings of "Saber class", please see Saber class (disambiguation).
The Saber class was a type of Federation starship in service with Starfleet during the late 24th century. Utopia Planitia Fleet Yards was one of the sites this class was constructed at in 2371.
The Saber class Fast Frigate.
Overview[]
The Saber -class starship was primarily used for combat. The class was there to support larger vessels in fleet combat. It was to be a tactical escort and patrol vessel. It was either deployed to combat or hunt the enemy.
The ship featured a design more compact than other Starfleet vessels and was well armed despite its small size. They were designed to be a frigate counterpart to the Steamrunner-class. One requirement for the Saber was to have a science and exploration capacity equal to 85% that of a Steamrunner-class along with equal cruise and maximum speeds - a measure intended to allow the vessels to work together in coordinated operations.
Onboard tactical systems[]
Ships of this class incorporate the latest in Starfleet weaponry and defensive technology.
A view of the Saber class
Another view of the Saber class
Master Systems Display of the Saber class
Offensive capabilities[]
The Saber -class was armed with 2 Type-XII phaser arrays, 2 Type-X phaser arrays and 3 variable-use torpedo launchers with the capacity to fire quantum torpedoes. Sabers attached to the task forces of Vanguard Command were additionally outfitted with 2 Type-X pulse phaser cannons. Each Saber had a payload of 15 quantum torpedoes and 35 high-yield photon torpedoes.
Defensive capabilities[]
The shield system of the Saber -class was equal to that of the larger Katana-class Command Battleship and was therefore among the most powerful found on any Starfleet ship. The ships were was outfitted with regenerative, multiphasic shield systems, and secondary shields. The regenerative features increase effectiveness against both high energy tractor beams and phased anti-muon (polaron) particles, measures clearly aimed at the Borg and Dominion respectively.
Under normal operations, the shield modulation frequencies were controlled by the ship's computer system, which continually evaluates incoming weapons fire and automatically re-modulates the shields to provide the most effective possible defense. It was thought that this system could also prevent beam-through by Borg transporter technology.
The Saber -class boasts of a hull that was made of overlapping and regenerative ablative hull armor that allows it to take many direct hits from enemy fire even with minimal shields. In addition, the class had been equipped with two separate armor generators that could deploy a thick layer made of ablative armor plating along the contours of the entire ship when activated. This could be done through the numerous armor plating emitters that were installed at different points on the ship's hulls. This coating covers the ship's phaser mounts, but torpedo launchers were not affected by it. The class also featured microdiffracted carbon hull coating to absorb all visible radiation that fell upon it, making it as black as the space it moved through
This triple redundancy feature of shields and armor on the Saber-class allows it to effectively counter Borg and Dominion firepower. However, due to the huge energy needed to deploy both the shields and the generated armor coating at the same time, the Saber could only use these simultaneously for a maximum of one hour. As a result, the shields and the generated armor coating were used alternately when the ship was in battle.
Standard auxiliary craft complement[]
Saber -class ships features a forward-facing launch bay which plays very well in interception roles. While pursuing target ships, it could launch shuttles ahead of it for boarding actions if needed. The Saber had a complement 2 Type-9 shuttlecrafts .
Propulsion systems[]
The propulsion system onboard ships of this class were state-of-the-art. The class boasts of the best navigational sensors, and among the highest rated top speed of any Starfleet vessel. Main Engineering itself was located on Deck 13 and was an open-plan facility, directly accessible from the corridor. Consisting of two levels, it provided direct access to the vessel's warp core and primary engineering support systems. The corridor bulkhead housed the Master Situation Monitor. Inside the main section, the master systems display was the operational focus of the room. Beyond this, heading towards the warp core, the chief engineer's office and several support consoles were located on the left, and the assistant chief engineer's console on the right. These formed part of the bulkhead protecting the main part of engineering from the warp core. Access to the upper level, a circular area surrounding the warp core, was provided by a ladder to the left of the warp core or an elevator on the right. The upper level had access to other warp core maintenance systems.
Impulse drive[]
The impulse drive system of the Saber -class was among the most sophisticated model in production. Its impulse engines were equipped with impulse thrusters that provide superb sub-light maneuvering speed. With this design, along with the new retro-thrusters, and uprated structural integrity fields give the ship high maneuverability equal to a Defiant-class.
Warp drive[]
The Saber’s matter-antimatter reaction assembly warp core was among the most powerful in Starfleet. The warp core spanned 5 decks of the Engineering Section. Its warp drive featured a tri-cyclic input manifold and was designed to operate for up to 5 years before refueling. The ship's warp engines were based on a new concept in warp drive design, one which eliminates subspace distortion effects inherent to standard warp drives. The reaction chamber was equipped with a compositor, which allowed recrystallization of dilithium. The deuterium tanks were above the core, while antimatter storage pods surrounded the base of the core.
Equipped with the enhanced warp drive of the Khronnians, the Saber could now easily attain and indefinitely sustain a normal cruise speed of Warp 8.5, a maximum cruise speed of Warp 9.5, and a top speed of Warp 9.95 sustainable for up to twelve (12) hours.
Quantum slipstream drive[]
The ships of this class assigned to Vanguard Command were installed with the latest quantum slipstream drive. This allows them to travel 300 light years inside of an hour. The systems installed as part of the slipstream drive included a quantum field focus controller at the front of the ship's main deflector, and a chroniton integrator; the latter of which could be used to take sensor readings several seconds into the future when the ship was using its slipstream drive.
Computer systems[]
The Saber-class starship was equipped with some of the most advanced computer systems of the time. The computer system on board the Saber-class was bio-neural based. Computer systems were concentrated in a computer core, which was accessible through a maintenance room. Large areas of its superstructure were dedicated to sensor systems and running of 3 separate dedicated computer cores to support reconnaissance and intel gathering missions. These were also utilized in its advanced cyber warfare suites. Equipped with modest scientific resources and diplomatic facilities, the Saber proved to be a capable stand-alone deep space vessel.
Emergency holographic complement[]
This class was equipped with holo-emitters on every deck to allow emergency holographic programs a higher level of access and free movement around the ship. The ship’s computer systems could simultaneously bring online a full Emergency Holographic Program Package composed of:
- 1 Mark-III Emergency Command and Conn Hologram (ECH)
- 1 Mark-III Emergency Security and Tactical Hologram (ESTH)
- 1 Mark-IX Emergency Engineering Hologram (EEH)
- 1 Mark-III Emergency Medical Hologram (EMH)
Astrometrics & stellar cartography[]
The Saber only had a compact Astrometrics lab. But its use was more for reconnaissance and intel gathering than scientific study. It also had only one other science lab onboard. Its sensor systems were tuned for artificial sources more than scientific survey.
Medical facilities[]
There was only one sickbay onboard this ship class. It was equipped with 3 standard biobeds and 1 surgical biobed covered by large overhead sensor clusters and capable of hook-up to a surgical support frame. A small lab used for routine analysis of patients was attached to the medical officer’s office. The room itself was considered to be general purpose, and was often the location of regular crew physicals, appointments, and various medical emergencies – it could effectively handle majority of situations that a crew would face.
Crew facilities[]
The Saber-class features standard crew quarters and recreation facilities for its 60 crew complement.
Accommodations[]
This class does not had families or non-Starfleet personnel aboard. Most crew quarters located in the ship's saucer section. However, the Engineering Hull also contained crew quarters, generally containing engineering personnel.
As was common on Starfleet vessels, the living accommodations for senior officers and VIPs were larger than standard crew quarters and lined the edge of the saucer section. They were generally reserved for lieutenant commanders and above. Captain's quarters were similar to the officers' quarters but were slightly larger. The captain had a large desk area and work terminal. VIP and diplomatic guest quarters shared the same layout.
Officers' quarters usually included a living area in the center of the dwelling, which held a personal workstation, couch, replicator, and a small dining area. Connected to this was a bedroom that featured a double-sized bed and room for personal belongings. The bedroom would be connected by a half-bathroom with wash basin, mirror, toilet, several drawers, and a sonic shower.
Junior officers' quarters were small-unit quarters located on the interior of the ship and lacked windows. They were comprised of a living area, a bedroom, and a bathroom. Crew members of lieutenant junior grade were given their own quarters; ensigns and non-commissioned officers were required to share quarters. The living area contained a replicator terminal and was customizable with a variety of furniture and decorations.
Recreational facilities[]
There was only 1 mess hall onboard, served by windows that offered a spectacular view of space outside. Eating accommodations were provided by a slew of tables and chairs. It could occupy upto 20 diners at a time. The mess hall had a very relaxed and congenial air about them. At the head of the hall were open slots that served as dispensers for the replicators. The mass-use replicators were able to produce other food and non-alcoholic beverages with an extensive recipe listing from over two hundred worlds for the crew to enjoy in this relaxed social setting. The most notable accessory to the mess hall was a modest-sized bar area, offering a wide selection of synthetic and alcoholic. To conserve replicator rations, the mess hall’s menu was supplemented with food stocks of vegetables cooked by the mess officer, along with food obtained from trading and scouting missions. In addition, the mess hall could double as a large meeting area that could be used to conduct crew briefings and mission profiles. A tall screen panel located on one of the walls could be used as a visual aid to display graphics. The Saber-class features 2 holosuites, which provides the crew with to engage in instructional endeavors, entertainment, as well avail of therapeutic treatment for mental health.
Command and senior staff[]
Saber-class starships had Commanding Officers that hold the rank of Captain, while First Officers hold the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
Vanguard Command[]
There were 85 Saber-class Fast Frigates assigned to the Vanguard Fleet. As escort ships, they were assigned to travel alongside a capital ship, to provide extra sensors, as well as extra firepower.
Related links[]
External links[]
- Saber class article at Memory Alpha, the canon Star Trek wiki.
- Saber class article at Memory Beta, the non-canon Star Trek wiki.
- Saber class article at Star Trek Expanded Universe.
| Saber-class starships | |
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| Prime universe: USS Crusader • USS da Vinci • USS Garvey • USS Mjolnir | |
| Vanguard universe: USS Tori Tanto • USS Sentinel • USS Protector • USS Phalanx • USS Guardian • USS Cavalier • USS Varangian • USS Advocate • USS Boyar | |