Wormhole

    The Defiant traveled through the Bajoran wormhole a total of ?? time.

    Tractor Beam

    The tractor beam was used ?? times for various reasons.

    Engaged the Borg

    The Defiant only engaged the Borg once and survived.

    Class of it's Own

    The Defiant is the first ship of a new class that was designated the Defiant-Class.

    Designing the Defiant

    Once it was decided to have a starship stationed at DS9 full time then it was time to design it's look. Read about the design process that brought one of the most unique Federation starships to life.
    Designing

    Building the Defiant

    The Defiant was born in the days before CGI really took off so therefore it was built as a physical model. Find out more about how it was constructed and what was really inside this 'tough little ship'.
    Building

    Filming the Defiant

    Filming the physical studio model was old hat for the team behind DS9. Learn more about the filming process, and the nuances of using the motion control rig to film your favorite ships.
    Filming