Groundhog Class Local Gunship

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The far-flung colonies and trading outposts boast an array of compact gunship patrol vessels, with this replica being one of the most ubiquitous. Constructed from a combination of Federation engines paired with basic laser turrets and hulls, designed and built by Icorre Group in Epsilon Indi, these ships are highly adaptable. They can be disassembled and packed into standard cargo containers for rapid distribution to any star system, where local forces can quickly reassemble them. These vessels are remarkably swift, but their limited range and lack of shields or other defenses make them vulnerable to counterattack. Ideal for ambushing enemy positions, they can fire and retreat with ease. The gun employed is a standard issue nuke slug cannon, albeit one that carries a limited ammunition supply. As a cost-effective defense asset, these ships are remarkably useful, despite their limitations. In service, despite being colloquially known as "5-minute ships" by their crews, they have proven to be a valuable and affordable option.