YaKhR-2 Strap-on

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Model: YaKhR-2 Strap-on. Gross Mass: 110,000 kg (240,000 lb). Empty Mass: 8,250 kg (18,180 lb). Thrust (vac): 2,393.724 kN (538,131 lbf). Isp: 311 sec. Burn time: 125 sec. Propellants: Lox/Kerosene. Isp(sl): 269 sec. Diameter: 3.33 m (10.92 ft). Span: 3.33 m (10.92 ft). Length: 27.00 m (88.00 ft). Country: Russia. No Engines: 6. Motor: RD-111. Status: Development ended 1949.

R-7 strap-ons increased in size dimensionally 50%, equipped with 6 engines from R-9. Boost nuclear thermal core stage to altitude before ignition of nuclear engine. Masses calculated based on vehicle total weight and performance.

Used on Launch Vehicles:

YaKhR-2.

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