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RD-57

Engine · Russia

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Lyulka LOx/LH2 rocket engine. N1 Block S (N-1M). Study 1965. One to have been used in N1 Block S. In fixed chamber version, 3 to 6 to have been used in N1 Block V-III. Engine system includes roll control thruster with 1.29 kN thrust.

Engine: 840 kg (1,850 lb). Chamber Pressure: 111.00 bar. Area Ratio: 142.3. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 47.61. Oxidizer to Fuel Ratio: 5.8.

Country
Russia
Propellants
Lox/LH2
Bibliography
331, 332, 89, 94