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[[Image:CardassianShuttle.jpg|thumb|200px|'''Cardassian shuttle''' (forward)]]
  
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|Name = ''Hideki'' class
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[[Image:CardassianShuttleCGI.jpg|thumb|200px|'''Cardassian shuttle''' (aft)]]
  
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[[Image:CardassianShuttleDocking.jpg|thumb|200px|'''Cardassian shuttle''' tractored into DS9 (2370)]]
  
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'''Cardassian shuttles''' were small [[warp]]-capable [[shuttlecraft|craft]] utilized by the [[Cardassian Union]] during the [[24th century]]. These vessels were much smaller than [[Cardassian patrol cruiser]]s and could typically carry 3 to 5 occupants.
  
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|Affiliation = [[Cardassian Union]]/[[Dominion]]
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|Type = [[Cardassian patrol ship|Patrol ship]], [[attack fighter]], [[shuttle]]
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|Active = [[24th century]]
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|Crew = 3-5
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|Speed = [[Warp]]-capable
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|Armament = [[Disruptor]]s<br />Could be modified to carry [[Galor class phaser bank|''Galor''-class phaser bank]]s
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|image2 = Cardassian shuttle.jpg
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|imagecap2 = Aft view
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|image3 = CardassianShuttleDocking.jpg
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|imagecap3 = In [[tractor beam]]
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}}
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The '''''Hideki''-class''' was a [[warp]]-capable multipurpose auxiliary craft used by the [[Cardassian Union]]'s [[Cardassian military|military]] during the late [[24th century]].
   
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The class was used as an [[attack ship]], a [[Cardassian patrol ship|patrol ship]], and a [[shuttlecraft]]. Smaller than [[Cardassian patrol cruiser]]s, these ships could typically carry three to five occupants.
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In [[2370]], a disabled [[Cardassian]] shuttle was [[tractor beam|tractored]] into [[Deep Space 9]] after having it's engines completely disabled and it's [[life support]] systems operating on reserve power. Although it's pilot, [[Natima Lang]], claimed they were damaged in a [[meteor]] storm, it was clear to the [[Starfleet]] repair crew that the shuttle had been hit by Cardassian [[disruptor]]s. It was later determined that it was attacked by a [[Galor class|Cardassian warship]], which later arrived at DS9 to arrest it's crew. However, this was not allowed, and following repairs, the ship was able to slip away from the station unnoticed with help from a [[cloaking device]] installed in it's central engine core by [[Quark]]. ''([[DS9]]: "[[Profit and Loss]]")''
  
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:''Although the top speed of these vessels is unknown, Quark suggested that after they engage the cloaking device that they leave at [[warp factor|warp 8]]. It is unclear if this ship is actually capable of this speed or if Quark was speaking dramatically.''
  
   
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The ship was considered approximately equivalent to the [[Starfleet]] {{class|Danube}} [[runabout]], but equipped with heavier [[weapon|armament]] giving it sufficient striking power to operate in fleet actions. ({{DS9|Tribunal|Call to Arms}})
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Later that year, Cardassian [[colony|colonists]] living in the [[Demilitarized Zone]] utilized modified Cardassian shuttles, equipped with ''Galor''-class [[phaser]] banks, to protect their colonial interests. Two of these vessels attacked a [[Federation merchant ship]], but were deterred, and ultimately destroyed by a [[Peregrine class|modified support courier]] operated by the [[Maquis]]. ''([[DS9]]: "[[The Maquis, Part I]]")''
  
   
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== History ==
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In [[2375]], during the waning days of the [[Dominion War]], members of [[Rusot]]'s [[Cardassian Rebellion|terrorist cell]] acquired a Cardassian shuttle with up-to-date security protocols for use to transport Rusot, [[Damar]], [[Garak]], [[Kira Nerys|Kira]] and [[Odo]] to the Cardassian [[shipyard|repair facility]] in the [[Kelvas system]]. ''([[DS9]]: "[[Tacking into the Wind]]")''
  
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In [[2370]], a disabled ''Hideki''-class shuttle was [[tractor beam|tractored]] into [[Deep Space 9]] after having its engines completely disabled and its [[life support]] systems were operating on reserve [[energy|power]]. Although its pilot, [[Natima Lang]], claimed they were damaged in a [[meteor]] storm, it was clear to the Starfleet repair [[crew]] that the shuttle had been hit by [[Cardassian]] [[disruptor]]s. It was determined that it was attacked by a [[Galor class|Cardassian warship]], which later arrived at DS9 to arrest the shuttle's crew. However, this was not allowed, and following repairs, the ship was able to slip away from the [[space station|station]] unnoticed with help from a [[cloaking device]] installed in its central engine core by [[Quark]]. ({{DS9|Profit and Loss}})
   
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{{bginfo|Although the top speed of these vessels is unknown, Quark suggested that after they engage the cloaking device that they leave at [[warp factor|warp 8]]. It is unclear if this ship is actually capable of this speed or if Quark was speaking dramatically.}}
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:''The physical model for the 'Cardassian shuttle' first appeared in "Profit and Loss" and, although visually identical to the '[[Hideki class|''Hideki''-class]] patrol ship' from [[DS9]]: "[[Tribunal]]", it was simply referred to as a 'shuttle' by Lang. The 'Cardassian shuttle' would later appeared in the slightly modified [[CGI]] form during [[DS9 Season 7|the seventh season]] episode "Tacking into the Wind", where it was more clearly identified as such.''
  
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Later that year, Cardassian [[colonist]]s living in the [[Demilitarized Zone]] utilized modified ''Hideki''-class shuttles, equipped with ''Galor''-class [[phaser]] banks, to protect their colonial interests. Two of these vessels attacked a [[Federation merchant ship]], but were deterred, and ultimately destroyed by a [[Federation attack fighter|fighter]] operated by the [[Maquis]]. ({{DS9|The Maquis, Part I}})
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That same year, one of the stories [[Elim Garak]] told [[Doctor]] [[Julian Bashir|Bashir]] to explain his exile from [[Cardassia]], involved Garak ordering to shoot down a Cardassian shuttle with escaped [[Bajoran]] prisoners on board, but unfortunately, also the daughter of a prominent Cardassian official. ({{DS9|The Wire}})
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[[File:Hideki class, call to arms.jpg|thumb|''Hideki''-class attack fighters firing their disruptors]]
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During the [[Dominion War]], the ''Hideki''-class was frequently seen escorting larger {{class|Galor}} [[destroyer]]s. Ships of this type were also occasionally seen on independent patrol routes prior to the outbreak of the [[war]], especially near the [[Demilitarized Zone]] along the [[border]] with the [[Federation]]. ({{DS9|Sacrifice of Angels}})
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In [[2375]], during the waning days of the [[Dominion War]], members of [[Rusot]]'s [[Cardassian Rebellion|terrorist cell]] acquired a Cardassian shuttle with up-to-date [[security]] protocols for use to transport Rusot, [[Damar]], [[Elim Garak]], [[Kira Nerys|Kira]], and [[Odo]] to the Cardassian [[shipyard|repair facility]] in the [[Kelvas system]]. ({{DS9|Tacking Into the Wind}})
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== Appendices ==
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=== Appearances ===
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<div class="appear">
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* {{DS9}}
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** {{e|Profit and Loss}}
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** {{e|The Maquis, Part I}}
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** {{e|The Wire}} (mentioned)
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** {{e|Tribunal}}
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** {{e|Call to Arms}}
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** {{e|Sacrifice of Angels}}
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** {{e|What You Leave Behind}}
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** {{e|Tacking Into the Wind}}
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=== Background information ===
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First appearing in "Profit and Loss", the [[starship classification|class]] was first identified in "Tribunal". The physical [[studio model|model]] for the ''Hideki''-class was designed by [[Rick Sternbach]] and built by [[David Stipes]]. This class later appeared in the slightly modified [[CGI]] form during [[DS9 Season 7|the seventh season]] episode "Tacking Into the Wind", where it was more clearly identified as such.
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While in "Sacrifice of Angels" the ''Hideki'' and the [[Jem'Hadar attack ship]] were scaled to be of approximately the same size, in "Tacking Into the Wind" the ''Hideki'' was scaled to be considerably smaller than the attack ship. Visual Effects Supervisor [[David Stipes]] has stated that an overall length of 500 feet (150 meters) was generally used onscreen. [http://groups.google.com/group/alt.tv.star-trek.ds9/msg/f3804ef9a7be443a?hl=en]
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The ''Hideki''-class is a playable ship class in the video game, ''[[Star Trek: Armada II]]''.
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==== ''Technical Manual'' ====
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The following specifications, which describes this vessel as a Cardassian fighter, comes exclusively from the ''[[Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual]]'':
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* Production Base: Cardassia Prime Orbital Three Assembly Facility
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* Type: Strike fighter
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* Accommodation: 30 plus flight crew
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* Power Plant: One and possibly two M/A warp systems; one or more impulse systems
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* Dimensions: Length, 85.78 meters; beam, 60.14 meters; height, 12.43 meters
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* Mass: 120,000 metric tonnes (est.)
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* Performance: Warp 9.5 (observed)
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* Armament: Four or more spiral-wave disruptors; one medium aft disruptor wave cannon; possibly other weapons
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Additionally, according to the ''Technical Manual'', "''One interesting note about the Cardassian fighter is that the basic platform seems to have been adapted from that of the {{USS|Defiant|2370}}, particularly in the forward [[hull]] notch, [[bridge]] morphology, and [[aft]] hull assembly. [[Starfleet]] is of the opinion that some classified design documentation may have been compromised.''"
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==== Supplemental information ====
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The designation of "pursuit vessel" may also refer to this class, as [[Gul]] [[Dukat]] described [[Cardassian pursuit vessel]]s as being years ahead of ''Danube''-class runabouts in {{e|The Maquis, Part I}}. Based on the encounter between [[Evek]] and [[Miles O'Brien]], this observation is inconclusive, but plausible, at least based on their appearances in the Dominion War.
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The ''[[Star Trek Encyclopedia]]'' states that the name Hideki was chosen in honor of {{w|Yukawa Hideki}}, who first postulated the existence of the subatomic pion.
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=== External links ===
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* {{startrek.com|hideki-class-cardassian-patrol-ship|''Hideki'' class}}
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* {{NCwiki|Hideki class|''Hideki'' class}}
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Revision as of 18:55, 7 November 2014

The Hideki-class was a warp-capable multipurpose auxiliary craft used by the Cardassian Union's military during the late 24th century.

The class was used as an attack ship, a patrol ship, and a shuttlecraft. Smaller than Cardassian patrol cruisers, these ships could typically carry three to five occupants.

The ship was considered approximately equivalent to the Starfleet Danube-class runabout, but equipped with heavier armament giving it sufficient striking power to operate in fleet actions. (DS9: "Tribunal", "Call to Arms")

History

In 2370, a disabled Hideki-class shuttle was tractored into Deep Space 9 after having its engines completely disabled and its life support systems were operating on reserve power. Although its pilot, Natima Lang, claimed they were damaged in a meteor storm, it was clear to the Starfleet repair crew that the shuttle had been hit by Cardassian disruptors. It was determined that it was attacked by a Cardassian warship, which later arrived at DS9 to arrest the shuttle's crew. However, this was not allowed, and following repairs, the ship was able to slip away from the station unnoticed with help from a cloaking device installed in its central engine core by Quark. (DS9: "Profit and Loss")

Although the top speed of these vessels is unknown, Quark suggested that after they engage the cloaking device that they leave at warp 8. It is unclear if this ship is actually capable of this speed or if Quark was speaking dramatically.

Later that year, Cardassian colonists living in the Demilitarized Zone utilized modified Hideki-class shuttles, equipped with Galor-class phaser banks, to protect their colonial interests. Two of these vessels attacked a Federation merchant ship, but were deterred, and ultimately destroyed by a fighter operated by the Maquis. (DS9: "The Maquis, Part I")

That same year, one of the stories Elim Garak told Doctor Bashir to explain his exile from Cardassia, involved Garak ordering to shoot down a Cardassian shuttle with escaped Bajoran prisoners on board, but unfortunately, also the daughter of a prominent Cardassian official. (DS9: "The Wire")

File:Hideki class, call to arms.jpg

Hideki-class attack fighters firing their disruptors

During the Dominion War, the Hideki-class was frequently seen escorting larger Galor-class destroyers. Ships of this type were also occasionally seen on independent patrol routes prior to the outbreak of the war, especially near the Demilitarized Zone along the border with the Federation. (DS9: "Sacrifice of Angels")

In 2375, during the waning days of the Dominion War, members of Rusot's terrorist cell acquired a Cardassian shuttle with up-to-date security protocols for use to transport Rusot, Damar, Elim Garak, Kira, and Odo to the Cardassian repair facility in the Kelvas system. (DS9: "Tacking Into the Wind")

Appendices

Appearances

Background information

First appearing in "Profit and Loss", the class was first identified in "Tribunal". The physical model for the Hideki-class was designed by Rick Sternbach and built by David Stipes. This class later appeared in the slightly modified CGI form during the seventh season episode "Tacking Into the Wind", where it was more clearly identified as such.

While in "Sacrifice of Angels" the Hideki and the Jem'Hadar attack ship were scaled to be of approximately the same size, in "Tacking Into the Wind" the Hideki was scaled to be considerably smaller than the attack ship. Visual Effects Supervisor David Stipes has stated that an overall length of 500 feet (150 meters) was generally used onscreen. [1]

The Hideki-class is a playable ship class in the video game, Star Trek: Armada II.

Technical Manual

The following specifications, which describes this vessel as a Cardassian fighter, comes exclusively from the Star Trek: Deep Space Nine Technical Manual:

  • Production Base: Cardassia Prime Orbital Three Assembly Facility
  • Type: Strike fighter
  • Accommodation: 30 plus flight crew
  • Power Plant: One and possibly two M/A warp systems; one or more impulse systems
  • Dimensions: Length, 85.78 meters; beam, 60.14 meters; height, 12.43 meters
  • Mass: 120,000 metric tonnes (est.)
  • Performance: Warp 9.5 (observed)
  • Armament: Four or more spiral-wave disruptors; one medium aft disruptor wave cannon; possibly other weapons

Additionally, according to the Technical Manual, "One interesting note about the Cardassian fighter is that the basic platform seems to have been adapted from that of the USS Defiant, particularly in the forward hull notch, bridge morphology, and aft hull assembly. Starfleet is of the opinion that some classified design documentation may have been compromised."

Supplemental information

The designation of "pursuit vessel" may also refer to this class, as Gul Dukat described Cardassian pursuit vessels as being years ahead of Danube-class runabouts in "The Maquis, Part I". Based on the encounter between Evek and Miles O'Brien, this observation is inconclusive, but plausible, at least based on their appearances in the Dominion War.

The Star Trek Encyclopedia states that the name Hideki was chosen in honor of Yukawa Hideki, who first postulated the existence of the subatomic pion.

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