Elkins type
The Elkins type was a preliminary designation for a group of Federation starships in use during the Dominion War. (DS9: "A Time to Stand")
Design[]
The Elkins-type was a type of Intrepid-class variant, utilizing a standard Intrepid-class saucer section which is attached to a larger, and bulkier secondary hull. Two Miranda-class nacelles were attached to large wing-like pylons coming off the aft center, and slung downward.
Ships in class[]
- Named
| Name | Registry | Notes | Status | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USS Elkins | NCC-74121 | Active | 2374 |
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Background information[]
This listing is based on the name of the only known vessel of its type, the Elkins itself. The ship-type was named for DS9 VFX coordinator, Judy Elkins.
For further information on the studio models, see: Elkins-type model
Technical Manual[]
The following information of specifications and defenses comes exclusively from the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual:
- Type: Medium cruiser
- Production Base: ASDB Integration Facility, McKinley Orbital Spacedock, Earth
- Accommodation: 225 officers and crew
- Power Plant: One 1,500+ Cochrane warp core feeding two nacelles; two impulse systems
- Dimensions:
- Length: 444.39 meters
- Beam: 155.44 meters
- Height: 87.78 meters
- Mass: 1,300,000 metric tons