Gilgamesh-class destroyer

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Gilgamesh-Class Destroyer
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Type Destroyer
Manufacturer Terran Confederation
Primary user Terran Confederation
Produced 2660s


Gilgamesh-Class Destroyer Target Designation, circa 2660s.

The Gilgamesh-Class Destroyer was a line of destroyers that served the Terran Confederation during the Terran-Kilrathi War.

The Gilgamesh was a venerable class of warships that saw much action throughout the majority of the Terran-Kilrathi War. It was built with the same purpose as most other destroyers; as fast, heavily-armored warships suited for fleet carrier escort and offensive operations against Kilrathi warships. Gilgamesh-Class Destroyers were designed to hold their own ground on the battlefield, and have proven their effectiveness against the Kilrathi invaders.

The Gilgamesh would eventually take over the role filled by the Exeter-Class Destroyers as the latter grew into obsolescence. The Gilgamesh saw much action during the Enigma Sector Campaign, which unfortunately saw the loss of several such warships against the Kilrathi. Among the Gilgamesh-Class Destroyers lost in battle were the TCS Beowulf and the TCS William Tell, both of which were lost escorting the TCS Concordia.

The Gilgamesh would be replaced by far more modern destroyer designs soon after the conclusion of the Terran-Kilrathi War in 2669.

Specifications

Class: Destroyer
Length: 312.1 meters
Mass: 10,000 metric tonnes
Max Velocity: 250 KPS
Cruise Velocity: 150 KPS
Acceleration: Poor
Max Y/P/R: 2/2/2 DPS
Fore Shield:
Aft Shield:
Front Armor: 250 cm
Right Armor: 200 cm
Left Armor: 200 cm
Rear Armor: 250 cm
Guns: 2 Flak Cannons 2 Anti-Matter Guns