Work In Progress Orlan-K “Kosmos” Class Orbital Battlecruiser

[Le Machinal]

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Name: Admiral Nakimov
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Description: Continueing in the standing tradition of Terrarian ship designs this new Battlecruiser is partially inspired by existing designs in the Terrarian Navy adapted though for deep space stand alone or in fleet formation explorations or convoy escort missions among other purposes.

CLASSIFICATION

• Type: Vessel: Battlecruiser
  • Dimensions:
    • Length: ~310 meters
    • Beam (width): ~45 meters
    • Height: ~70 meters (including superstructure and sensor mast)
  • Crew:
    • 180–250 personnel
    • Can operate at reduced capacity (~90) with automation

ATTRIBUTES

• Durability: Extreme
• Speed: High (high straight-line acceleration, poor agility)
• Defensive Capabilities: Very High
  • Gear
    • Layered composite + ablative armor plating
    • Electromagnetic deflection field (limited shielding)
    • Redundant compartmentalization systems
    • Point-defense laser grid (CIWS equivalent)
    • Decoy drones and electronic warfare suites
• Offensive Capabilities: Extreme
  • Armaments:
    • 20x Heavy orbital strike missile silos (long-range anti-ship / planetary strike)
    • 80+ VLS cells for multi-role missiles (interceptor, anti-ship, saturation)
    • Dual spinal-mounted railguns (kinetic strike weapons)
    • متعدد (multiple) close-range laser turrets for interception and anti-fighter defense
    • Optional nuclear payload compatibility
• Scarcity: Rare around 10 ordered and probably extended to 15
  • Manufacturer: Terrarian Navy Shipyards
• Cargo Capacity: Average
  • Cargo / Personnel:
    • Marine detachment (20–40 troops)
    • Boarding craft / small shuttles (2–4)
    • Ammunition reserves and drone complement

Strengths

• Overwhelming Firepower: Designed to dominate engagements at long range with missile saturation and kinetic strikes
• Extreme Survivability: Can sustain heavy damage and remain operational due to redundancy and armor
• Area Denial Platform: Excellent at controlling orbital space and denying access to enemy fleets

Weaknesses

• Limited Maneuverability: Slow turning and repositioning makes it vulnerable to fast attack craft
• Thermal Signature: Large reactor output makes stealth nearly impossible
• Logistics Heavy: Requires significant maintenance, crew, and resupply infrastructure

Historical Information
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