An early production model cruiser of the MA-type, the MA-2 Plasma Cruiser is a deadly frontline cruiser designed for destroying enemy cruisers. These ships are also equipped with a single plasma shotgun, giving the ship a long range plasma attack ability.

MA-2's fell out of favor during the late 2260's as more advanced weapons became available. Most MA-2 hulls proved unsuitable for upgrades to take advantage of these new technologies and were scrapped.