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N1 Block Sr

Stage · Russia

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Blok SR
Blok SR
Credit: RKK Energia

LOx/LH2 propellant rocket stage. Upper stage developed 1971-1974 to support manned lunar expedition. Replaced Blok R/Blok S previously under development. Capable of five restarts and 11 days of flight. Could insert 24 metric tons into lunar orbit or 20 metric tons into geosynchronous orbit.

No Engines: 2.

Country
Russia
Engines
RD-56M
Launch Vehicles
N1F Sr
Propellants
Lox/LH2