The Chuq'Beh-class was a type of bird-of-preystarship used by the Klingon Empire in the 24th century, in the service of the Klingon Defense Force. The Chuq'Beh was a large version of the standard Klingon bird of prey ships, similar to the K'vort-class or B'rel-class. However, unlike both the B'rel and K'vort, the Chuq'Beh represents a new addition within the Klingons' fleet, designed as an artillery platform. These vessels were equipped with a disruptor cannon that was capable of hurling bolts at distant targets that exceeded the weapon ranges of other weapons within the fleet. Standard short range disruptor weapons were employed on the wings to protect it from harm. This provided an essential element within the Klingon fleet when used in operations against enemy fleets and fixed based defenses. (TNGvideo game: Armada II)