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any stationary, deep-space launch and supply site. There are six basic designs of platforms. Each is built around a central spire or hub, which houses the storage facilities, living quarters, and operations centers. Extending from the central structure are three landing pads which serve are runways, launch and landing sites, and repair and storage facilities. Most platforms measure 250 meters across, and are armed with multiple turbolaser batteries and warhead launchers. They are also well-shielded, with 200-SBD shields protecting 100-RU hulls. The basic types of platforms are: Class 1 Platforms (PLT-1), designed primarily as a landing platform, with minimal living space; Class 2 Platforms (PLT-2), designed primarily as a landing platform, but with more living space than a PLT-1 platform; Class 3 Platforms (PLT-3), an expanded platform with more living space than a PLT-2 platform; Class 4 Platforms (PLT-4), an outpost platform, with minimal living space and small landing pads; Class 5 Platforms (PLT-5), a large platform with a huge living space and large landing pads; and Class 6 Platforms (PLT-6), a large platform that is not armed with a warhead launcher.