Yugumo-class Destroyer

Yugumo-class Destroyers were the next generation of federation destroyers. Designed with lessons learned from the previous Scavenger-class and from the Sentinel Wars, it incorporated new technologies. Unlike its predecessor, the Scavenger-class, the Yugumo-class was smaller, much more curved in shape and designed to operate at much more optimal efficiency. All of this was to follow new federation doctrine and its shift from heavy reliance on heavy armor to a balance between shielding and armor for protection. Despite being smaller, it was still equal in firepower to its predecessor however mostly thanks to its unique 'torpedo' launchers mounted forward and side.

The Yugumo-class was also designed to be a easily modifiable hull depending on the navy's needs. This resulted in a variety of subclasses each with varying differences, primarily in armament.