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R-40 engine series

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  • R-40A Marquardt N2O4/MMH rocket engine. In Production. Thruster developed for Shuttle Orbiter orbit control. The orbiter had 38 long scarf, short scarf, or no scarf configurations, depending on the location.
  • R-40B Redmond N2O4/MMH rocket engine. In Production.