The Rin Assid Bulk Hauler, which this carrier cruiser is based on, was originally a large bulk cargo transport. The Rin Assid Bulk Hauler is used since about 700 years, as it is a quite durable design. So, many of these ship have found their way in the Corporate Sector, where they still serve as transports. However some of them have been converted. The Corporate Sector Authority decided to convert some of them into carrier cruisers, in order to support larger fleets with starfighters.
Most cargo space of the original transport has been converted into hangar bays. The carrier is now able to hold up to 3 squadrons of starfighters in it's bays, usually IRDs, and several other small craft. There were also additional crew quarters needed, as well as quarters for the 200 troops on the ship. But there are still 2,000 metric tons left for cargo.
Shields and speed have been increased, as the Rin Assis Bulk Hauler is a very slow ship with weak armor. The carrier has also been equipped with anti-starfighter Laser Cannons and Tractor Beams. But nonethelsess, the CSA Carrier Cruiser is not designed for combat. If attacked, the carried starfighters are used to defend the ship.
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| Stats: | Christopher Deck |