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RD-161P

Engine · Russia

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Glushko H2O2/Kerosene rocket engine. Soyuz M stage 3 (block LM). Developed 1993-. Two thrust levels. Minimum 1500 kgf. Proposed for use on Soyuz M-3. Version for H2O2 fuel, concentration 96-98%.

Throttled thrust(vac): 14.700 kN (3,305 lbf). Engine: 105 kg (231 lb). Chamber Pressure: 117.70 bar. Area Ratio: 265. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 23.79. Oxidizer to Fuel Ratio: 5.9.

Country
Russia
Launch Vehicles
Soyuz M
Propellants
H2O2/Kerosene
Bibliography
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