Ceres (class)
- Medium cruiser
- History
- Initial prototype design begins: 2162, USS Ceres (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Intended hybrid of Daedalus- and NX-class using Vulcan, Andorian, and Tellarite technology, akin to Columbia-class (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Meant to replace aging Daedalus-class in practice (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Launched January 2163 (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Practical testing continues through July 2165 (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Intended hybrid of Daedalus- and NX-class using Vulcan, Andorian, and Tellarite technology, akin to Columbia-class (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Mid-2165 Admiralty starts internal debate on necessity of class development following proven continued viability of Daedalus-class in practice (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Increased pressure begins towards refocusing construction focus on Poseidon-class (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
- Initial prototype design begins: 2162, USS Ceres (ENT Novel: Live by the Code)
Known ships
| Name | Registry | Service Begin | Service End |
|---|---|---|---|
| USS Ceres | NCC-270 | 2163 |