
The Cardan I is an economical orbital garrison and repair station for newly secured or lightly threatened systems.
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General Information
| Model | Cardan I |
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| Category | Space Stations |
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| Classification | Defense Station |
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| Status | Active |
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| Introduced | 1 AIA |
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| Manufacturers | Kuat Drive Yards (KDY) — Manufacturer |
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| Operators | Battlestation Command (BSC) — Primary |
Specifications
Capacity
Population / Capacity
300 passengers
Hangars and Docking
One hangar; four external berths
Complement
12 starfighters; 2 shuttles
Systems
Power Plant
Central reactor and auxiliary generators
Additional
Dimensions
1,000 m diameter
Sensors and Communications
System patrol sensors and traffic-control array
Primary Role
Orbital garrison and light repair
Armament
6 ×
Single Turbolaser
Turbolaser
2 ×
Missile Launcher
Missile
Description
A central command section controls compact weapons, shield generators, a starfighter hangar, and workshops capable of maintaining patrol craft and escorts. Modular connections permit later replacement by a larger Cardan mark.