Lafayette class

The Lafayette-class was a Federation starship class, a tier 6 recon destroyer in Starfleet service from the 25th century. The class prototype was the USS Lafayette (NCC-91200). 

Specifications
As part of joint Alpha Quadrant Alliance starship development efforts, the Federation and Klingon Empire launched the tier 6-rated recon destroyer classes, with the Klingon Defense Force building the raptor escort, and Starfleet redeveloping the  and launching the Lafayette class.

The design of the Lafayette class combined the design aesthetics of the exploration cruiser with the New Orleans spaceframe, the same way the  was developed from the  spaceframe. The Lafayette's (, ARC website: Recon Destroyer Bundle Stats!)

Livery
In the 25th century, the design of the Lafayette-class recon destroyer allowed its commanding officer to choose from different designs of livery, which could be modified further at starbases. These included the options Type 1-7, Upgrade and Veteran. 

Furthermore, the installation of deflector shields from specific factions modified the hull appearance, including shields from the Reman Resistance, the Breen Confederacy and the Dominion. 

History
Following the resolution of the Hur'q crisis in 2411, Federation Starfleet and the Klingon Defense Force cooperated to launch a new tier-6 recon destroyer for themselves. In the shipyards' starship selection screen, the Lafayette class was represented by its new prototype, the USS Lafayette (NCC-91200). 

Known vessels

 * USS Lafayette (NCC-91200)