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Launch vehicle · USA

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American winged orbital launch vehicle. The Recoverable Booster Space System was a plan circulated in the early 1960's to use the XB-70 as a recoverable supersonic first stage for a range of systems. The XB-70 would be capable of orbiting a 6800 kg payload, or an X-20 manned space glider.

LEO Payload: 6,800 kg (14,900 lb) to a 160 km orbit at 90.00 degrees.

Country
USA
Spacecraft
Dynasoar
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