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Navaho G-26 AV

Engine · USA

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Mach 3 ramjet test vehicle. Separates from booster at 14,600 m, Mach 3. Mach 2.75 cruise, 5,600 km range, payload 2500 kg in 2.59 m x 1.50 m compartment.

Cost $ : 10.000 million. No Engines: 2. Release velocity: 810 m/s (2,650 ft/sec). Release altitude: 24 m (78 ft). Release conditions: 3,048 kph at 24 km.

Subtopics

  • Navaho G-38 AV Ramjet-powered missile stage. Separates from booster at 21,600 m, Mach 3. Mach 3.25 cruise, 10,200 km range, payload 4545 kg in 3.76 m x 1.78 m weapons bay. Empty mass estimated.
  • Navaho X-10 stage Air/Kerosene propellant rocket stage. Aerodynamic test vehicle for Navaho missile; Max speed Mach 2.08; range 1320 km.
Country
USA
Engines
XRJ47-W-5
Launch Vehicles
Navaho G-26
Propellants
Air/Kerosene