Pan-African Union Warships

The Pan-African Union fields a diverse mix of deep-space assets across multiple ship types. Fleet compositions typically center on a battlecruiser, screened by layered escorts and strike craft. PAU design philosophy emphasizes modular construction, long-endurance systems, and adaptability for both military and humanitarian operations across the outer corridors.

Modjadji-class Battlecruiser

Specifications

• Length: 360 meters
• Displacement: ~125,000 metric tons
• Propulsion: High-output fusion mantle engines with auxiliary gravitic thrusters and vectored exhausts
• Fusion Endurance: ~440 AU (10–14 months with routine resupply)
• Tunnel Drive Range: 6.1 ly/jump
• Crew: ~1,200 core
• Embarked: ~260 marines / 100 mission staff

Role & Performance

Flagship and fleet command vessel emphasizing sustained endurance, layered defense, and coalition logistics control. Compact for its class to enhance maneuverability while retaining flagship-grade C2 architecture and endurance.

Armament

• 4 heavy rail-battery turrets (broadside-capable)
• 6 medium rail/plasma hybrid turrets
• 6 hyper-velocity torpedo tubes (forward and flank arcs)
• Modular VLS bays (strike / anti-ship / decoy payloads)

Defenses & Systems

• Adaptive multi-layer shield array
• Nano-weave hull with ablative ceramic panels
• Dense point-defense lattice (laser / kinetic)
• EW suite tuned for convoy protection and ISR integration
• Command C2 suite with quantum comm node and AI co-processor

Small Craft Complement

• Up to 40 small craft total:
  • 16 interceptors
  • 8 multi-role fighters
  • 6 ASW/ASAT drones
  • 10 shuttles/landers

Modjadji-class Variant — Fleet Command Module

Specifications

• Shared hull and propulsion with Modjadji-class
• Augmented command module with additional cryptographic suites and diplomatic facilities

Role & Performance

Deployed when the Modjadji serves as coalition flagship; optimized for extended C2, interstellar liaison, and ceremonial representation during joint PAU missions.

Maxeke-class Cruiser

Specifications

• Length: 192 meters
• Displacement: ~34,000 metric tons
• Propulsion: Fusion core with augmented reaction nozzles
• Fusion Endurance: ~240 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 5.9 ly/jump
• Crew: ~300 + 36 marines

Role & Performance

Multi-role cruiser for escort command and long-range patrol. Balances strike power, convoy coordination, and independent operations along PAU routes.

Armament

• 2 medium rail batteries
• 4 plasma point guns
• 2 torpedo launchers
• VLS cells for medium-range missiles

Defenses & Systems

• Sector-adaptive shields
• Nano-ceramic hull plating
• CIWS, interceptor drones, EW package for convoy protection

Small Craft Complement

• 10 craft: 6 interceptors, 2 ASW drones, 2 shuttles

Matola-class Destroyer

Specifications

• Length: 182 meters
• Displacement: ~29,500 tons
• Propulsion: Dual fusion cores with grav-thrust pods
• Fusion Endurance: ~150 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 6.2 ly
• Crew: ~230

Role & Performance

Primary line destroyer of the PAU fleet, combining endurance and strong offensive capacity. Commonly deployed in corridor defense flotillas.

Armament

• 4 dual heavy railgun turrets
• 4 plasma cannon turrets
• 1 VLS bay (ASM / torpedo / decoy / SEAD mix)
• 10 CIWS/laser-flak mounts

Defenses & Systems

• Gravimetric shielding with multi-directional bias
• Composite armored hull with modular reinforcement panels
• ECM and jammer arrays
• Automated DC mesh with repair drones

Mendi-class Destroyer (Escort)

Specifications

• Length: 138 meters
• Displacement: ~12,000 tons
• Propulsion: Fusion core with emergency boost
• Fusion Endurance: ~100 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 5.8–6.0 ly
• Crew: ~120

Role & Performance

Escort destroyer built for convoy protection and high-density point defense. Compact and durable with advanced PD suites.

Armament

• 2 light rail turrets
• 4 light plasma mounts
• VLS with anti-fighter missile loads

Defenses & Systems

• Robust PD and decoy networks
• Specialized ECM nodes for convoy integration

Small Craft Complement

• 6 craft: 4 interceptors, 2 utility shuttles

Jebba-class Frigate

Specifications

• Length: 112 meters
• Displacement: ~5,400 tons
• Fusion Endurance: ~80 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: ~5.5 ly
• Crew: ~56

Role & Performance

Frontier patrol and SAR frigates used along PAU waystations. Cost-efficient and durable with broad mission adaptability.

Armament

• 1 medium railgun
• 2 light plasma mounts
• Light missile packs for interdiction

Defenses & Systems

• Basic adaptive shields
• Light PD lasers and interceptor drones

Small Craft Complement

• 4 craft: 2 interceptors, 2 SAR shuttles

Okpoku-class Frigate

Specifications

• Length: 120 meters
• Displacement: ~7,600 tons
• Fusion Endurance: ~120 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 5.95 ly
• Crew: ~80

Role & Performance

Long-patrol frigate configured for convoy escort and extended operations. Integrates advanced sensors and flexible payload systems.

Armament

• 2 medium rail mounts
• 2 plasma turrets
• Modular VLS payload bay

Defenses & Systems

• Adaptive shields with endurance tuning
• Enhanced route-monitor sensors

Small Craft Complement

• 6 craft: 4 interceptors, 2 ASW drones, 2 shuttles

Makula-class Escort

Specifications

• Length: 88 meters
• Displacement: ~3,900 tons
• Fusion Endurance: ~60 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: ~5.5 ly
• Crew: ~36

Role & Performance

Compact escort platform for transport shielding and convoy defense. Emphasizes tight-range point defense and ECM synchronization.

Armament

• Light rail and plasma mounts
• Short-range missile batteries

Defenses & Systems

• Optimized CIWS arrays with interceptor drones
• Convoy-linked ECM node

Small Craft Complement

• 4 craft: 2 interceptors, 2 shuttles

Nganga-class Escort (Electronic Warfare)

Specifications

• Length: 90 meters
• Displacement: ~11,000 tons
• Fusion Endurance: ~70 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 5.7 ly
• Crew: ~60

Role & Performance

EW-capable escort for screen integrity and convoy defense, focused on jamming and counter-sensor operations.

Armament

• 4 dual laser/particle CIWS turrets
• 2 micro-railgun mounts
• VLS bay (decoys/jammers / interceptors)

Defenses & Systems

• Light 360° gravimetric shielding
• Advanced EW suite with drone deployment
• Composite armor with internal redundancy

Gowind-class Corvette

Specifications

• Length: 122 meters
• Displacement: ~16,500 tons
• Fusion Endurance: ~110 AU
• Tunnel Drive Range: 5.95 ly
• Crew: ~92

Role & Performance

Fast-response corvette optimized for patrol interdiction and anti-raider pursuit. Agile and heavily armed for its size.

Armament

• 2 dual forward railgun turrets
• 4 dorsal/ventral plasma turrets
• 1 VLS bay (ASM / decoy/interceptor mix)

Defenses & Systems

• Light gravimetric shielding with sprint bias
• ECM countermeasures for sensor disruption
• Composite layered armor

Oza-class Interceptor

Specifications

• Length: 12 meters
• Mass: ~15 metric tons
• Propulsion: Compact fusion microdrive with short-burn thrusters
• Range: ~0.8 AU (carrier-supported)
• Crew: 1 (autonomous variants common)

Role & Performance

High-acceleration interceptor for perimeter defense and short-duration dogfights. Prioritizes burst response and close-range superiority.

Armament

• 2 guided-energy microcannons
• 2 lightweight missile rails

Defenses & Systems

• Micro-shield node
• Decoy dispensers
• Stealth coatings

Osun-class Fighter (Multi-role)

Specifications

• Length: 15 meters
• Mass: ~22 metric tons
• Propulsion: Compact fusion-surge microdrive
• Range: ~1.0 AU (carrier-dependent)
• Crew: 1 (autonomous variants common)

Role & Performance

Multi-role strike fighter for outer-screen superiority and escort operations. Combines agility, precision, and modular payload capacity.

Armament

• 2 energy guns
• 2 missiles/torpedoes (short-range)
• Payload bay for ordnance or sensors

Defenses & Systems

• Micro-shielding matrix
• ECM pod mounts
• Chaff/flare dispensers

Umoja-class Combat Lander

Specifications

• Length: 44 meters
• Displacement: ~1,700 tons (loaded)
• Propulsion: Atmospheric fusion drives and stabilization jets
• Fusion Endurance: Ship-to-surface range
• Crew: 6 + 110 troops / 36 vehicles

Role & Performance

Armored planetary insertion platform for combat and relief operations. Delivers troops and mechanized units directly under fire support.

Armament

• 2 light rail/autocannon turrets
• External hardpoints for rockets or missiles

Defenses & Systems

• Reinforced heat shielding for atmospheric entry
• Defensive laser arrays and chaff/flare systems