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{{Ship Data|
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|image= Osiris Prep to Jump.png
|image= Osiris Prep to Jump.png
| title= ''Orion'' Class Battlestar
| title= ''Orion'' class battlestar
| race= Colonial
| race= Colonial
| type= Military
| type= Military
| ftl= Yes
| ftl= Yes
| propol = * 4x main sublight engines <br /> * maneuvering engines.
| crew= 150, minus pilot complement
| crew= 150, minus pilot complement
| role= Battleship; Carrier; Planetary defense  
| role= Battleship, carrier, planetary defense  
| weapons= At least 9 primary [[Battery|gun turrets]]; 32 [[KEW#Point_defense_guns|Point defense batteries]]; Missile launch tubes; Small [[Viper Mark III|Viper]] complement; Small [[Raptor|Raptor]] complement
| arm= * 12x [[Battery#Gun_Clusters|primary guns]] <br> * ~32x missile [[Battery#Close-in_Weapon_Systems|CIWS]] <br> * ~4x [[missile tubes]]
| status= Active circa 42 BCH. Current status unknown.
| def= * Flak <br /> * DRADIS absorbent hull plating
| aircraft= * Small Viper detachment <br /> * Small Raptor detachment
| facilities= * 1x flight deck <br /> * Viper launch tubes
}}
}}


The '''''Orion'' Class [[Battlestar (RDM)|Battlestar]]''' was first developed and deployed sometime before or during the First [[Cylon War]]. The ''Orion'' Class appears to be the smallest ship in the Colonial Fleet, even dwarfing the ''[[Valkyrie Type Battlestar|Valkyrie]]'' Type.  
The '''''Orion'' class [[Battlestar (RDM)|battlestar]]''' was first developed and deployed sometime before or during the First [[Cylon War]]. Also known as a "Pocket Battlestar" or "Half-Pint," the class appears to be among the smaller ships in the Colonial Fleet, dwarfed even by the ''[[Valkyrie Type Battlestar|Valkyrie]]'' type.  It may be the smallest known battlestar class to see service.


When compared to her larger counterparts, this class is generally more maneuverable, however, is weaker in battle with a Cylon baseship when standing on their own.  
== Layout and Design ==
Unlike bigger battlestars, the ''Orion'' class does not share the same layout and design principles. Instead, the class is built into one main, streamlined body.  


== Design ==
*'''The upper section''': The upper section of the class features the main and secondary batteries, as well as a large conning tower, which features a forward looking viewing area. The class's engine room and sublight engines are housed in the back, above the landing bay. Two more sublight engines are housed in detached cowlings off the main boosters.


This class features a unique reflective metallic hull which acts as an inhibitor to Cylon DRADIS, and can operate in "stealth mode" within detection range for a short period without being seen.
*'''The lower section''': The lower sections contain the main landing bay, Viper launch tubes, main communications tower assembly, fuel tanks, and houses another conning tower with forward facing viewing area.


It featured four large sub-light engines, two of which are attached in separate housings off the main hull, and numerous RCS thrusters at key points.
The ''Orion'' class features very little in the way of creature comforts, and suffers from dark, cramped, wet, and humid conditions. Numerous exposed pipes line the halls and CIC, which leave little standing and sitting room, leaving many of the crew to work in tight spots.


The ''Orion'' Class is also unique in that it features a large conning tower at the top of the ship, and a large dual antenna array on the back underside of the ship, taking away from the usual streamlined look of Colonial vessels. This possibly also prevents ships of this class from operating intra-atmosphere.  
At least one ''Orion'' class ship, ''[[Osiris]]'', was outfitted with a unique reflective metallic hull which acts as an inhibitor to Cylon DRADIS, and can operate in "stealth mode" within detection range for a short period without being seen. However, as soon as the ship powered it weapons and launched its fighters, the ship immediately became visible to enemy scanners, with the corresponding DRADIS signatures giving away the ship's position. It is not known if this is a standard feature, or a special, one-off design.  


The underside of the ship houses numerous, large landing bays, and Viper launch tubes, housing a small contingent of Vipers, Raptors, and their pilots.
== Specifications ==


== Weaponry ==
===Propulsion===
:''Main article: [[Propulsion in the Re-imagined Series]]''


Ships of this class are moderately armed, with at least 32 point defense batteries, 9 main batteries, multiple missile launch tubes, along with their Vipers and Raptors. Despite this, they are generally unable to stand alone in battle and are easily overwhelmed by the larger Cylon capital ships. In a worse case scenario, the Viper compliment can easily be overtaken 10 to 1 by attacking Raiders. The loss of two Vipers is already enough for concern for the crews operating these ships.  
The ''Orion'' class features four main sublight boosters, two of which are housed in separate cowlings off the aft upper section. The class also features RCS thrusters at key points along the fore and aft hulls. These sublight engines are further augmented with an FTL engine. The overall propulsion design, together with the small size of the ''Orion'' class ships, makes the class highly maneuverable, an important aspect of its defensive abilities.  


This class appears to feature little defensive armor, possibly a trade-off for the stealth capabilities of the reflective hull, and are easily penetrated by Cylon missile barrages.
===Endurance===
Unlike larger battlestars, the ''Orion'' class is not intended to be used on extended duration missions without the aid of a corresponding battlestar group. The class features limited weapons, which restrict its ability to fight Cylon capital ships. The battlestar ''[[Osiris]]'' lasted only a few minutes in combat with a much larger basestar before taking critical damage.  


== Capabilities ==
===Armament===
:''Main article: [[Weapons in the Re-imagined Series]]''
Ships of this class are moderately armed, with at least thirty-two point defense batteries, twelve primary gun turrets, and multiple missile vertical launch systems, along with Raptors and the potential for a handful of Vipers. The ''Orion'' class ships are not normally outfitted with planes, and usually take on a compliment from other battlestars. Compared with a basestar, the potential Viper complement is outnumbered ten to one by [[Raider (RDM)|Raiders]].


The full capabilities of this class are unknown, but appear to be similar to that of a frigate. They are capable of conducting covert operations behind enemy lines, and general planetary defense in coordination with their assigned Battlestar Group.  
===Crew===
The typical crew compliment of an ''Orion'' class ship is about 150, excluding Viper pilots on detachment from other battlestars.  


== See also ==
== Ships In Class ==
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| ''[[Osiris]]'' || 0913 (BSG 54) || Destroyed, [[Battle of Djerba]], YR58 (42 BCH) || ''"[[Blood & Chrome]]"''
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Latest revision as of 22:42, 16 October 2021

Orion class battlestar
Orion class battlestar
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Type: Military
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The Orion class battlestar was first developed and deployed sometime before or during the First Cylon War. Also known as a "Pocket Battlestar" or "Half-Pint," the class appears to be among the smaller ships in the Colonial Fleet, dwarfed even by the Valkyrie type. It may be the smallest known battlestar class to see service.

Layout and Design[edit]

Unlike bigger battlestars, the Orion class does not share the same layout and design principles. Instead, the class is built into one main, streamlined body.

  • The upper section: The upper section of the class features the main and secondary batteries, as well as a large conning tower, which features a forward looking viewing area. The class's engine room and sublight engines are housed in the back, above the landing bay. Two more sublight engines are housed in detached cowlings off the main boosters.
  • The lower section: The lower sections contain the main landing bay, Viper launch tubes, main communications tower assembly, fuel tanks, and houses another conning tower with forward facing viewing area.

The Orion class features very little in the way of creature comforts, and suffers from dark, cramped, wet, and humid conditions. Numerous exposed pipes line the halls and CIC, which leave little standing and sitting room, leaving many of the crew to work in tight spots.

At least one Orion class ship, Osiris, was outfitted with a unique reflective metallic hull which acts as an inhibitor to Cylon DRADIS, and can operate in "stealth mode" within detection range for a short period without being seen. However, as soon as the ship powered it weapons and launched its fighters, the ship immediately became visible to enemy scanners, with the corresponding DRADIS signatures giving away the ship's position. It is not known if this is a standard feature, or a special, one-off design.

Specifications[edit]

Propulsion[edit]

Main article: Propulsion in the Re-imagined Series

The Orion class features four main sublight boosters, two of which are housed in separate cowlings off the aft upper section. The class also features RCS thrusters at key points along the fore and aft hulls. These sublight engines are further augmented with an FTL engine. The overall propulsion design, together with the small size of the Orion class ships, makes the class highly maneuverable, an important aspect of its defensive abilities.

Endurance[edit]

Unlike larger battlestars, the Orion class is not intended to be used on extended duration missions without the aid of a corresponding battlestar group. The class features limited weapons, which restrict its ability to fight Cylon capital ships. The battlestar Osiris lasted only a few minutes in combat with a much larger basestar before taking critical damage.

Armament[edit]

Main article: Weapons in the Re-imagined Series

Ships of this class are moderately armed, with at least thirty-two point defense batteries, twelve primary gun turrets, and multiple missile vertical launch systems, along with Raptors and the potential for a handful of Vipers. The Orion class ships are not normally outfitted with planes, and usually take on a compliment from other battlestars. Compared with a basestar, the potential Viper complement is outnumbered ten to one by Raiders.

Crew[edit]

The typical crew compliment of an Orion class ship is about 150, excluding Viper pilots on detachment from other battlestars.

Ships In Class[edit]

Name Number Status Last Seen
Osiris 0913 (BSG 54) Destroyed, Battle of Djerba, YR58 (42 BCH) "Blood & Chrome"