S-520

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Model: SS-520-1. Gross Mass: 2,300 kg (5,000 lb). Empty Mass: 400 kg (880 lb). Thrust (vac): 143.100 kN (32,170 lbf). Burn time: 29 sec. Propellants: Solid. Diameter: 0.52 m (1.70 ft). Length: 5.90 m (19.30 ft). Country: Japan. No Engines: 1. Motor: S-520. Status: Active. First Flight: 1980. Last Flight: 2000. No Launched: 24. Used as: S-520. Other designations: S520. Release conditions: ISAS. Used on Launch Vehicles: S. Contact us with any corrections, additions, or comments. Conditions for use of drawings, pictures, or other materials from this site.. To contact astronauts or cosmonauts. © Mark Wade, 1997 - 2008 except where otherwise noted.