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Ariane 4-0 P9.5 SPB

Engine · France

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SNPE solid rocket engine. Strap-on booster engine for Ariane 42P, Ariane 44LP, Ariane 44P. First flight 1988.

Thrust (sl): 629.600 kN (141,540 lbf). Thrust (sl): 64,207 kgf. Propellant Formulation: HTPB.

Country
France
Propellants
Solid
Agency
SNPE