Gagarin class (23rd century)

The Gagarin-class science vessels were a type of starship on active duty in Starfleet during the late 23rd century.

The Gagarin class is frequently confused for the starships that were its successors.


 *  and may be the name of this class in alternate continuities.

Background
The class was named after, the first Terran in space and the first to orbit the Earth.

Reference

 * Kristiansen, Eric. Gagarin-Class Research Vessel.