Rhonda Reguwu-Class - Revision history

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 == Operational History ==
 The class saw its first action through Sea Trials between Freetowne Shipyards and its delivery in the port of Bown.  Over January 24th to January 30th, [[CKNS Rhonda Reguwu]] and [[CKNS Tanya Rose]] conducted initial sea trials and delivery trips for the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyers'' as part of the Kafrican-Zokesian comprehensive arms deal.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=193</ref>  Following the successful delivery trip and subsequent commissioning ceremony, the ''Reguwu-Class Destroyer'' was initially deployed into the Bay of Kafrica in 2 groups of 3.  This deployment was in response to IRN fleet movements, when the Empress Elanor III and Emperor Horatius I CSGs were moved to defensive operations in proximity to [[Rhudbeal]].  The CKN stated that this defensive patrol, headed by the ''CKNS Rhonda Reguwu'' and the ''CKNS Tanya Rose'' was to ensure the safety of Kafrican waters should a conflict break out in the region.  Fearing a potential spillover of what could end up being a regionally isolated conflict that the Kafrican Government in Rinn felt it need not be involved in.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=201</ref>
 During this first patrol, in November 2207, the ''Rhonda Reguwu'' and the ''Tanya Rose'' partook in a live fire exercise, with the former firing a single RIM-162 ESSM upon the latter, before the latter successfully utilized its Fire Control Computer to destroy the singular ESSM Missile.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=215</ref>
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	=== Weapon Systems ===		=== Weapon Systems ===
−	The ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' are multi-purpose vessels, expected to perform a wide range of roles from coastguard duties to Carrier Strike Group combined operations. To fulfil this role, the class feature numerous combat weapon systems, including anti-air, land attack, ship-to-ship missiles. These are stored and fired in Vertical Launching System cells; with 48 cells on the front raised superstructure, and another set of 48 either side the two engine ventilation stacks. The ''Rhonda Reguwu''-''Class'' ships are more heavily armed than other ships of its size, yet is heavier than comparably sized ships, coming in at a heavy 1.664 thousand tones. The Class features a state of the art terminal defense system, incorporating medium range terminal defense capabilities using RIM-162 ESSM Missiles and 3 Phalanx CWIS 30mm guns. ~~These~~ guns ~~have~~ the capability to fire ~~continuously~~ for over 2 minutes.	+	The ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' are multi-purpose vessels, expected to perform a wide range of roles from coastguard duties to Carrier Strike Group combined operations. To fulfil this role, the class feature numerous combat weapon systems, including anti-air, land attack, ship-to-ship missiles. These are stored and fired in Vertical Launching System cells; with 48 cells on the front raised superstructure, and another set of 48 either side the two engine ventilation stacks. The ''Rhonda Reguwu''-''Class'' ships are more heavily armed than other ships of its size, yet is heavier than comparably sized ships, coming in at a heavy 1.664 thousand tones. The Class features a state of the art terminal defense system, incorporating medium range terminal defense capabilities using RIM-162 ESSM Missiles and 3 Phalanx CWIS 30mm guns. With two guns on the rear upper superstructure, next to the second smokestack, and a third just forward of the radar tower, the class features a capability to continuously fire its CWIS for over 2 minutes.

−	~~The~~ ~~ships~~ ~~also~~ ~~feature~~ a ~~main~~ 57mm ~~gun~~, capable of 220 rounds per minute, ~~using~~ ~~onboard~~ ~~ammo stores,~~ the ~~''Reguwu-Class''~~ is ~~additionally~~ capable of ~~over~~ 2 ~~minutes~~ of ~~continuous~~ ~~fire time from its main gun~~.	+	On the bow the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyer'' features a singular 57mm autocannon, capable of firing 220 rounds per minute, much like with the CWIS system it is also capable of firing continiously for over 2 minutes.

	Its main radar is based on the design of the [[Prometheus-Class Destroyer]] ship of the IRN, featuring a Kafrican designed "Brass Eyeball" Detection Radar. With secondary CWI STIR Locking Radars at all aspects of the vessel. Tertiary radar capability is provided by the 3 CIWS systems, though this system is usually only utilized during terminal missile defense.		Its main radar is based on the design of the [[Prometheus-Class Destroyer]] ship of the IRN, featuring a Kafrican designed "Brass Eyeball" Detection Radar. With secondary CWI STIR Locking Radars at all aspects of the vessel. Tertiary radar capability is provided by the 3 CIWS systems, though this system is usually only utilized during terminal missile defense.
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	== Development ==		== Development ==
−	Originally the CKN requested the use of a Missile-Only defense system, seeing it fit for the 23rd century as a distinctively modern trait. Signaling a new era in shipbuilding. Following initial studies these plans were dropped for the use of RIM-162 ESSM Missiles on conjunction with a ~~triple~~ Phalanx CWIS ~~defense~~ ~~system~~.	+	Originally the CKN requested the use of a Missile-Only defense system, seeing it fit for the 23rd century as a distinctively modern trait. Signaling a new era in shipbuilding. Following initial studies these plans were dropped for the use of RIM-162 ESSM Missiles in conjunction with a dual layout Phalanx CWIS, this was later updated to a triple CWIS arrangement, when it was discovered that the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' was susceptible to bow-on missile engagements. This modification also required the raising of the forward facing STIR Locking Radar on the Radar Tower.

	== Operational History ==		== Operational History ==

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	== Operational History ==		== Operational History ==
−	The class saw its first action through Sea Trials between Freetowne Shipyards and its delivery in the port of Bown. Over January 24th to January 30th, [[CKNS Rhonda Reguwu]] and [[CKNS Tanya Rose]] conducted initial sea trials and delivery trips for the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyers'' as part of the Kafrican-Zokesian comprehensive arms deal.	+	The class saw its first action through Sea Trials between Freetowne Shipyards and its delivery in the port of Bown. Over January 24th to January 30th, [[CKNS Rhonda Reguwu]] and [[CKNS Tanya Rose]] conducted initial sea trials and delivery trips for the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyers'' as part of the Kafrican-Zokesian comprehensive arms deal.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=193</ref> Following the successful delivery trip and subsequent commissioning ceremony, the ''Reguwu-Class Destroyer'' was initially deployed into the Bay of Kafrica in 2 groups of 3. This deployment was in response to IRN fleet movements, when the Empress Elanor III and Emperor Horatius I CSGs were moved to defensive operations in proximity to [[Rhudbeal]]. The CKN stated that this defensive patrol, headed by the ''CKNS Rhonda Reguwu'' and the ''CKNS Tanya Rose'' was to ensure the safety of Kafrican waters should a conflict break out in the region. Fearing a potential spillover of what could end up being a regionally isolated conflict that the Kafrican Government in Rinn felt it need not be involved in.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=201</ref>
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		+	During this first patrol, in November 2207, the ''Rhonda Reguwu'' and the ''Tanya Rose'' partook in a live fire exercise, with the former firing a single RIM-162 ESSM upon the latter, before the latter successfully utilized its Fire Control Computer to destroy the singular ESSM Missile.<ref>https://forum.kerbalpowers.org/viewtopic.php?t=215</ref>

	== Contractors ==		== Contractors ==

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	The '''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyer''' (also known as the '''Reguwu-Class''') is a Guided Missile Destroyer designed by [[Diosca Drafting]] and initially built by [[Freetowne Shipyards]]. Designed around the need for a small scale destroyer to defend the [[Bay of Kafrica]]. As of 2207, 10 ships are active, with at least 10 more planned to join the fleet by 2210. The warship class is named after [[Rhonda Reguwu]], the first President of the [[United States of Central Kafrica]].		The '''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyer''' (also known as the '''Reguwu-Class''') is a Guided Missile Destroyer designed by [[Diosca Drafting]] and initially built by [[Freetowne Shipyards]]. Designed around the need for a small scale destroyer to defend the [[Bay of Kafrica]]. As of 2207, 10 ships are active, with at least 10 more planned to join the fleet by 2210. The warship class is named after [[Rhonda Reguwu]], the first President of the [[United States of Central Kafrica]].

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The '''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyer''' (also known as the '''Reguwu-Class''') is a Guided Missile Destroyer designed by [[Diosca Drafting]] and initially built by [[Freetowne Shipyards]]. Designed around the need for a small scale destroyer to defend the [[Bay of Kafrica]]. As of 2207, 10 ships are active, with at least 10 more planned to join the fleet by 2210. The warship class is named after [[Rhonda Reguwu]], the first President of the [[United States of Central Kafrica]].

== Background ==
From the period between 2190 and 2205, Central Kafrica saw its naval defense as a trivial matter that would nominally be handled by the [[Imperial Union]]. In the widespread mutiny of the Central Kafrican Army at the start of the [[Big Beautiful War]]. The subdepartment of the [[Department of Offense]], the [[Central Kafrican Coastal Defense Force]] became superseded by the [[Central Kafrican Navy]]. No longer was its confidence well placed in the [[Imperial Royal Navy]]'s ability and willingness to cooperate with Central Kafrica on naval defense matters.

The lack of a shipbuilding heritage became the major concern of the CKN after the release of the initial contract requirements returned one acceptable bid from Diosca Drafting, with no adequite shipyard bidding prompted the Navy to reach out to Freetowne Shipyards, [[Cyten-Ward Industries]] and its newfound ally [[Zokesia]]. These discussions resulted in a commitment for Zokesia to build 10 Reguwu-Class destroyers and oversee the construction of a further 5 in Kafrica, in an effort to build indigenous shipyard expertise.

== Characteristics ==

=== Structure ===
The ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' ships are among the smallest destroyers built for any Navy on Kerbin;<ref>The average length of a Destroyer in a 23rd Century Kerbin Navy is around 120 meters. With the longest being the [[De Ward-Class Destroyer|De Ward-Class]] at 169.1m and the smallest being the [[Blokha class]]</ref> only the [[Blokha class]] is shorter. The class was designed triangular vertical surface bow, made of steel composite material. Its design incorporates the experience of Zokesian and Imperial shipbuilding, with both the IRN and the [[Zokesian Royal Navy]] being consulted on the design. Taking lessons from draftsmen who trace their careers back to the shipyards of [[Vocavium]].

For these Destroyers, the use of both Aluminum and Steel construction was supported by simulations of the earlier, planned [[Kellen Kerman-Class Frigate]] of the late 22nd Century, computer models finding the design to be top heavy and liable to tip over under any rough sea state, or any dramatic maneuvering of the vessel. This decision was made despite the known susceptibility of Aluminum to cracking and fire. Lessons learned from the Big Beautiful War, led to the decision to add armored bulkheads to the Class, strengthening the hull against torques created by waves. An added effect of this structural strengthening is the creation of a buffer against anti-ship missiles (AShMs).

=== Passive Defenses ===
''Rhonda Reguwu Destroyers'' are equipped with dual decoy launchers and dual bubble curtain launchers to confuse sonar and torpedo based systems. The class also features 2 ECM Jamming systems to support the future planned Kafrican Airforce Naval Arm (KANA), this system will work in conjunction with SRA-404 Electronic Warfare systems to jam any enemy radars attempting to attack the fleet.

=== Weapon Systems ===
The ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' are multi-purpose vessels, expected to perform a wide range of roles from coastguard duties to Carrier Strike Group combined operations. To fulfil this role, the class feature numerous combat weapon systems, including anti-air, land attack, ship-to-ship missiles. These are stored and fired in Vertical Launching System cells; with 48 cells on the front raised superstructure, and another set of 48 either side the two engine ventilation stacks. The ''Rhonda Reguwu''-''Class'' ships are more heavily armed than other ships of its size, yet is heavier than comparably sized ships, coming in at a heavy 1.664 thousand tones. The Class features a state of the art terminal defense system, incorporating medium range terminal defense capabilities using RIM-162 ESSM Missiles and 3 Phalanx CWIS 30mm guns. These guns have the capability to fire continuously for over 2 minutes.

The ships also feature a main 57mm gun, capable of 220 rounds per minute, using onboard ammo stores, the ''Reguwu-Class'' is additionally capable of over 2 minutes of continuous fire time from its main gun.

Its main radar is based on the design of the [[Prometheus-Class Destroyer]] ship of the IRN, featuring a Kafrican designed "Brass Eyeball" Detection Radar. With secondary CWI STIR Locking Radars at all aspects of the vessel. Tertiary radar capability is provided by the 3 CIWS systems, though this system is usually only utilized during terminal missile defense.

=== Aircraft ===
The ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class'' does not currently have the capability to stow any aircraft, however it features the capability to land and refuel [[Z-40 Mantis]] aircraft currently in service with the CKAF. It is expected that in the future, that ''Reguwu Class'' vessels will contain a single well-deck hangar to fit a Z-40 Airframe for Combat Air Patrol capabilities when not part of a CSG.

== Development ==
Originally the CKN requested the use of a Missile-Only defense system, seeing it fit for the 23rd century as a distinctively modern trait. Signaling a new era in shipbuilding. Following initial studies these plans were dropped for the use of RIM-162 ESSM Missiles on conjunction with a triple Phalanx CWIS defense system.

== Operational History ==
The class saw its first action through Sea Trials between Freetowne Shipyards and its delivery in the port of Bown. Over January 24th to January 30th, [[CKNS Rhonda Reguwu]] and [[CKNS Tanya Rose]] conducted initial sea trials and delivery trips for the ''Rhonda Reguwu-Class Destroyers'' as part of the Kafrican-Zokesian comprehensive arms deal.

== Contractors ==

* Builders: 10 units constructed by [[Freetowne Shipyards]], [[Bayl Ironworks]]

== Ships in class ==
{| class="wikitable"
|+
!Name
!Namesake
!Builder
!Commissioned
!In Service
!Home Port
|-
|CKNS Rhonda Reguwu
|1st President [[Rhonda Reguwu]]
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Tanya Rose
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Angus
|-
|CKNS Alpha Minor
|[[Alpha Minor]]
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Billy Tomsed Derbus Sergil Bobson
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Unni Kerman
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Kellen Kerman
|[[Kellen Kerman]]
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Super Grunt
|[[Super Grunt]]
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Angus
|-
|CKNS Jabe Kerman
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Bown
|-
|CKNS Peter Kerman
|[[Peter (Artifical Kerbal)]]
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Angus
|-
|CKNS Estrel
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Angus
|-
|CKNS Yuri Kerman
|
|[[Freetowne Shipyards]]
|2207
|2207-
|Angus
|}