This is a very nice ship with combat capability sufficient to handle most smaller craft even in fair sized groups. The interiors, logic, elevator, airlocks, chain drive, decor and other touches are fantastic. I really enjoyed the overall style of the ship - inside and out. I found it slightly weak and a little unwieldy in combat but considering the whole package it's a fantastic light frigate.
Probably a great choice for small teams, since it is definitely built with multiple player crew members in mind.
Handles AI pirates in modest numbers very well, and excels most other ships in class with similar level of style and features. Not appropriate for PvP combat against hardcore player pirates or seasoned SM trolls.
Yes, I built it more for taking a hit and general use than offensive power. It's the weak point of the fabled combat triangle. It can give you a chance to survive a PvP encounter, but it might not have the firepower to win it vs a true PvP ship.