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The '''Oberth class''' is a type of [[Federation]] science vessel introduced in the 23rd century. It has an exceptionally long construction run, with new vessels being built as late as the 2360s<ref>[[TNG]]: The Naked Now</ref>.  
The '''''Oberth''-class''' is a type of [[Federation]] science vessel introduced in the 23rd century. It has an exceptionally long construction run, with new vessels being built as late as the 2360s<ref>[[TNG]]: The Naked Now</ref>.  


== Physical description ==
== Physical description ==
 
The ''Oberth'' has an unusual design, consisting of a small [[saucer section]] flanked by two [[warp drive|warp]] nacelles and an underslung, featureless pod. The size and internal arrangement of the class is the subject of a long-running dispute within [[Star Trek|Trek]] fandom, as various episodes present wildly conflicting evidence.
The Oberth has an unusual design, consisting of a small [[saucer section]] flanked by two [[warp drive|warp]] nacelles and an underslung, featureless pod. The size and internal arrangement of the class is the subject of a long-running dispute within [[Star Trek|Trek]] fandom, as various episodes present wildly conflicting evidence.


Ships of the class are fitted with deflector [[ST Shields|shield]]s and at least one bow-mounted [[phaser]], however, they are tactically inferior to virtually any dedicated combat vessel<ref>TNG: Best Of Both Worlds</ref>.
Ships of the class are fitted with deflector [[ST Shields|shield]]s and at least one bow-mounted [[phaser]], however, they are tactically inferior to virtually any dedicated combat vessel<ref>TNG: Best Of Both Worlds</ref>.


Due to its small size and high level of automation, the Oberth can be operated by as little as 5 crewmembers<ref>TNG: Realm of Fear</ref>; the standard complement is eighty<ref>TNG: The Naked Now</ref>.
Due to its small size and high level of automation, the ''Oberth'' can be operated by as few as five crewmembers<ref>TNG: Realm of Fear</ref>; the standard complement is eighty<ref>TNG: The Naked Now</ref>.


== Operational history ==
== Operational history ==
The ''Oberth''-class was usually seen ferrying supplies or investigating astronomical phenomena. Ships of the class are operated by Starfleet and various civilian scientific institutions.<ref>TNG: Hero Worship</ref>


The Oberth class was usually seen ferrying supplies or investigating astronomical phenomena. Ships of the class are operated by Starfleet and various civilian scientific institutions<ref>TNG: Hero Worship</ref>.  
The class was first seen on screen in ''[[Star Trek III: The Search for Spock]]''.


== References ==
== References ==
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Latest revision as of 22:24, 5 November 2014

Oberth-class starship

The Oberth-class is a type of Federation science vessel introduced in the 23rd century. It has an exceptionally long construction run, with new vessels being built as late as the 2360s[1].

Physical description

The Oberth has an unusual design, consisting of a small saucer section flanked by two warp nacelles and an underslung, featureless pod. The size and internal arrangement of the class is the subject of a long-running dispute within Trek fandom, as various episodes present wildly conflicting evidence.

Ships of the class are fitted with deflector shields and at least one bow-mounted phaser, however, they are tactically inferior to virtually any dedicated combat vessel[2].

Due to its small size and high level of automation, the Oberth can be operated by as few as five crewmembers[3]; the standard complement is eighty[4].

Operational history

The Oberth-class was usually seen ferrying supplies or investigating astronomical phenomena. Ships of the class are operated by Starfleet and various civilian scientific institutions.[5]

The class was first seen on screen in Star Trek III: The Search for Spock.

References

  1. TNG: The Naked Now
  2. TNG: Best Of Both Worlds
  3. TNG: Realm of Fear
  4. TNG: The Naked Now
  5. TNG: Hero Worship