*This useful vessel has been in service within the Federation for many years, proving its superior design. While not capable of carrying the larger crews of the Constitution class vessels of its time, the Miranda class vessel was still a viable alternative for scientific exploratory missions. Striking in their design, Miranda class vessels consist of a primary hull (similar in design to that of the Constitution and Constellation class vessels) mounted atop two warp nacelles, without the bulk of a secondary hull. This reduced mass makes Miranda class vessels more apt scouting and research ships than many of their larger contemporaries. *Source: Back of card