The Diplomat-class is the Triumvirate’s smallest warship, used for light interdiction and patrol duties. It isn’t generally used for heavy combat, but can be pressed into the role if need be.
The vessel is 520 meters in length, and lightly armored and shielded. It is not built to withstand heavy fire, relying entirely on its agility and small profile to protect itself from damage. With a maximum acceleration of 15.2 G’s, the Diplomat can easily run down speedy pirate raiders.
As they are not intended for heavy combat, these ships are lightly armed. They only carry a single capital ion lance, used for self-defense, or for crippling suspect vessels. For point defense, they carry four light proton bolt cannons and four ion beam turrets. It has a small hangar meany for carrying a pair of LRF’s to assist with reconnaissance, and defense, if the situation calls for it.
The Diplomat is the only vessel in the Triumvirate Navy not developed for active combat, but it is by far the most common. They are a very common sight on the galactic trade routes, watching carefully for any sign of illicit activity.