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The Pegasus-Class: A Legendary Assault Landing Ship

The Pegasus-class, also known as the White Base-class, was a revolutionary assault landing ship used by the Earth Federation Forces during the One Year War. This iconic vessel played a crucial role in the war, serving as a mobile base for the Federation’s mobile suits.

Development and History

Prior to the outbreak of the One Year War, the Federation’s space vessels were designed with a “big ship, big gun” philosophy. However, with the increasing military power of the Principality of Zeon, the Federation realized the need for a spacecraft carrier. The SCV-X project was launched, which eventually led to the development of the Pegasus-class.

The first ship of the class, the SCV-70 White Base, was completed in September U.C. 0079. It was initially designed to carry space fighters, but was later modified to accommodate the RX series mobile suits. This change in design led to the reclassification of the Pegasus-class from space carrier to assault landing ship.

Ships of the Line

Several ships of the Pegasus-class were built, each with its own unique features and modifications. Some of the notable ships include:

• SCV-69 Pegasus: The nameship of the class, completed after the White Base.
• SCV-71 White Base Jr.: The third ship of the class, completed just before the end of the One Year War.
• SCVA-72 Thoroughbred: A Quasi-White Base-class ship, featuring improved technology and design.
• LMSD-76 Gray Phantom: A Pegasus-class ship with a unique design, used by the Federation Forces during the war.

Design and Features

The Pegasus-class was designed to be a versatile and powerful vessel, capable of carrying multiple mobile suits and providing support for ground operations. Its features included:

• A large mobile suit hangar, capable of carrying up to 12 mobile suits.
• A catapult system for launching mobile suits into space.
• A powerful propulsion system, allowing the ship to travel at high speeds.
• Advanced sensors and communication systems, providing real-time battlefield data.

Legacy

The Pegasus-class played a significant role in the One Year War, serving as a symbol of the Federation’s military power. Its design and capabilities paved the way for future assault landing ships, and its legacy continues to inspire new generations of spaceship designers and engineers.

Trivia

• The Pegasus-class was also known as the White Base-class, due to ancient naval traditions.
• The class name was changed to Pegasus-class following the end of the One Year War.
• The Pegasus-class ships were known for their horse-themed names, such as White Base, Thoroughbred, and Gray Phantom.