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RD-270M

Engine · Russia

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Glushko exotic N2O4/Pentaborane rocket engine. In 1962-1970 Glushko studied use of Pentaborane 'zip' propellants in his monster RD-270 engine. Created immense toxicity problems but increased specific impulse of the engine by 42 seconds.

Family
Exotic
Country
Russia
Propellants
N2O4/Pentaborane