Grappler-class Interdiction Cruiser

Grappler-class Interdiction Cruiser
Production information
Manufacturer	Kuat Drive Yards
Class	Capital
Technical Specifications
Length	620 m
Megalight (MGLT)	79 MGLT
Hyperdrive rating	Class 1.0 Backup: Class 4.0
Shielding	2240 SBD
Hull	960 RU
Armament	36 Turbolaser Cannon 68 Laser Cannon 54 Ion Cannon 18 Missile Launcher 4 Gravity Well Generators
Complement	2 starfighter squadrons
Crew	Crew (2,807) Gunners (24) Officers (427) Enlisted (2,380)
Minimum crew	1.500
Passengers	80
Cargo capacity	5,500 metric tons
Consumables	1.2 years
Usage
Affiliation	Galactic Empire

 

The Grappler-class is the next chapter in the 418 frame saga. It takes design concepts from the Vindicator, Enforcer, and Immobilizer for a mix that makes this a true multi-role cruiser. The subtraction of two Interdiction wells gives the Grappler-class excess power for more weapons and increased fighter complement while maintaining Interdiction capabilities. Designed with the ideal of a one ship patrol force capable of carrying out any mission assigned it the Grappler boasts a higher troop complement for assault missions as well as Faster hyperdrive speed and sublight speed to engage swiftly and stronger shielding and armor for stellar combat.

Background

The Grappler class interdiction cruisers were built using much of the existing material and facilities for the Harbinger heavy cruisers. In fact the main hull is nearly identical, but the similarities end there. The Grapplers are mission specific craft, used mainly for blockade and ambush operations. The ship is armed and carries two squadrons but these are mostly defensive weapons. The Grappler-class was never intended to be in the thick of battle, rather it stays well clear of the major engagement relying on its fighters and escorts to defend it.

Known ships

• Grappler

Sources

• Galactic Empire - original design
• TheHolo.net stats