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Nova GD-F-1

Stage · USA

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LOx/Kerosene propellant rocket stage. Massed estimated based on tank volumes, total thrust, and first stage burnout conditions. Recoverable stage; separation at 3,365 m/s at 89,300 m altitude; splashdown using retrorockets under 8 46 m diameter parachutes 1300 km downrange.

No Engines: 4.

Country
USA
Engines
L-7.70
Launch Vehicles
Nova GD-F
Propellants
Lox/Kerosene