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RD-108-8D75-1959

Engine · Russia

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Glushko LOx/Kerosene rocket engine. Out of production. Further development of 8D74-1958, 1958-1959. Diameter is per chamber. Used on Vostok 8K72K launch vehicle. First flight 1960.

Chambers: 4. Engine: 1,250 kg (2,750 lb). Chamber Pressure: 51.00 bar. Area Ratio: 18.9. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 76.8. Oxidizer to Fuel Ratio: 2.39.

Country
Russia
Launch Vehicles
Vostok 8K72K
Propellants
Lox/Kerosene