Battlestar Republica

Battlestar Republica
Galactica-Type Series III

Post-War development integrating a third flight deck along the ventral section of the main hull. In order to accommodate this design, all eight dual-barrel ventral heavy weapon emplacements were removed. In their place, four single-barrel emplacements were installed along the third flight-pod. While there was a net loss in direct firepower, the ability to wield a significantly larger air-wing was initially felt to offset this loss. However, in operation, Battlestars of this type were found to be less maneuverable and to have a slower acceleration due to the additional mass of the third flight pod.

Image created using components by CanisD at Wolf's Shipyard