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Engine · Russia
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Melnikov N2O4/UDMH rocket engine. Ikar stage 4 for Soyuz-Ikar. Design 1999. Derived from propulsion module of Yantar spy satellite, with over 30 flights to 1998. Increased versatility compared to Block L due to capability for 50 restarts.
Engine thrusts: 1 x 2943 N + 4 x 110 N + 4 x 52 N + 8 x 5.88 N.
Chambers: 1 + 4 + 4 + 8. Engine: 820 kg (1,800 lb). Chamber Pressure: 9.00 bar. Thrust to Weight Ratio: .36. Restarts: 50.
Related
- Family
- Storable liquid
- People
- Melnikov
- Country
- Russia
- Launch Vehicles
- Soyuz 11A511U / Ikar
- Propellants
- N2O4/UDMH
- Stages
- Ikar stage