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240 inch solid

Stage · USA

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Nova NASA 4 Solids
Nova NASA 4 Solids
Nova NASA 4 Solid Motors
Credit: © Mark Wade

Solid propellant rocket stage. Notional 240 inch solid motor considered in cluster of 4 as alternative to Nova 8 F-1 stage. Led to 260 inch motor tested in late 1960's.

Country
USA
Launch Vehicles
Nova 4S
Propellants
Solid