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Castor engine

Engine · USA

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Multiple-source solid rocket engine. Out of Production. Used in Jupiter C, Juno 2. First flight 1956.

Thrust (sl): 6.073 kN (1,365 lbf). Thrust (sl): 619 kgf. Propellant Formulation: Polysulfide.

Subtopics

  • Jupiter C-2 Aerojet solid rocket stage. 80.00 kN (17,985 lbf) thrust. Mass 500 kg (1,102 lb).
  • Juno II-3 Aerojet solid rocket stage. 22.00 kN (4,946 lbf) thrust. Mass 100 kg (220 lb).
  • RTV-100 Aerojet solid rocket engine.
Country
USA
Propellants
Solid