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Ariane 5-2 EPS L10 Aestus

Stage · Germany

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N2O4/MMH propellant rocket stage for Ariane 5V. 250 kg additional propellant compared to Ariane 5G version.

Upper stage engine for Ariane 5. Pressure (helium) fed. Electromechanical gimbaled nozzle (9.5 deg). Original version could not be restarted; version for EPS L10 stage for Ariane 5V allowed multiple restarts.

Country
Germany
Engines
Aestus
Launch Vehicles
Ariane 5Gp, Ariane 5ES
Propellants
N2O4/MMH