Harold-class Diplomatic Barge

Harold-class Diplomat Barge

The  was primarily used as a diplomatic ship by members of the of the  or the Jedi Order during the Hutt War. Due to its armament, it could be used as both a or a  in the Republic Navy if needed.

Characteristics
Senate-used versions of the Harold-class barge were used primarily for transport, and thus were lightly armed and not fit for prolonged space combat. They were painted red to declare their status as diplomatic vessels. It also established itself as the first of many Republic consular ships to have a to be used by diplomats, and could even be used as an escape pod if necessary.

The ship could hold eight crew members and up to sixteen passengers, though most were droids to prevent danger to diplomats.

Military versions of the Harold-class were rare, but when they were seen, they were primarily used in planetary defense fleets. Unlike the diplomatic versions, these cruisers were armed to fight in space battles for as long as necessary.

Behind the Scenes
The picture used for this vessel, as well as its name, goes to user Weiss of TheStarWarsRP.Com, who named the vessel and used the picture to describe the type of ship used by his Republic Senator character.