
The Gladiator-class is a compact long-range patrol warship combining heavy missile fire, a two-squadron flight group, and planetary-assault capacity.
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General Information
| Model | Gladiator-class Star Destroyer |
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| Category | Capital Ships |
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| Classification | Heavy Cruiser |
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| Status | Active |
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| Introduced | 7 BIA |
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| Manufacturers | Kuat Drive Yards (KDY) — Manufacturer |
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| Operators | Imperial Navy (IN) — Primary |
Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
6,000 metric tons
Starfighter Capacity
24 starfighter berths
Landing Craft Capacity
Configurable landing-craft bays
Shuttle Capacity
Configurable shuttle berths
Ground Complement
5 AT-STs
Ordnance Capacity
300 assault concussion missiles
Propulsion
Hyperdrive Rating
Class 1
Backup Hyperdrive
Class 8
Additional
Navigation System
Navigation computer
Sensor Systems
Long-range sensors; navicomputer; patrol and carrier fire control
Published Type
Escort frigate-classed Star Destroyer
Naval Classification
Heavy Cruiser
Primary Role
Long-range patrol / escort / blockade / bombardment
Armament
12 ×
Dual Turbolaser — Light turbolasers
Turbolaser
10 ×
Medium Laser Cannon
Laser
10 ×
Assault Concussion Missile Launcher
Missile
8 ×
Tractor Beam Projector
Tractor Beam
Description
A split bow opens into a broad flight deck capable of launching several craft simultaneously. Dual light turbolasers and medium laser cannons engage warships and strike craft, while ten assault concussion-missile launchers deliver concentrated attacks against ships, stations, and surface targets. The vessel carries two starfighter squadrons, landing craft, shuttles, walkers, and two battalions of troops. Two years of stores permit independent patrols, blockade duty, orbital fire support, and command of small task groups far from a permanent base.