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Fun Trivia: C : Cussler, Clive

Special Sub-Topic: The Oregon Files


What is the name of the ship in the series?

    Oregon. The series is named after this ship.

What type of propulsion system powers the main vessel?
    Magnetohytrodynamic engines. The Oregon is powered by magnetohydrodynamic engines (MHD) which use seawater as a fuel. This allows the Oregon to reach speeds of 62 knots, even though it is the size of a cargo ship.

Which of the following best describes the appearance of the Oregon?
    Dilapidated, old looking. The dilapidated appearance of the Oregon masks its true capabilities.

What is the name of the company that owns the Oregon?
    The Corporation. The Oregon is owned by a company called The Corporation, which is quite an interesting name.

Which one of the following is a weapon that the Oregon possesses?
    Cruise missiles. The Corporation actually bought cruise missiles from a crooked Russian admiral.

Where did the Oregon buy their torpedoes from?
    Russia. The torpedoes the Oregon uses are TEST 71 torpedoes.

How many 0.30 M-60 machine guns does the Oregon have?
    six. The machine guns are primarily used for repelling boarders, but can also be used for land assaults.

Which weapon is the Oregon's fastest firing?
    Gatling gun. The Oregon's Gatling gun can fire at 6000 rounds per minute

Who is the captain of the Oregon?
    Juan Cabrillo. The three wrong answers are the names of other crew members of the Oregon.

Finally, what was Franklin Lincoln's previous employer?
    US Navy SEALs. Cabrillo worked for the CIA, but left and bought the Oregon and created his company.


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