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RD-868

Engine · Ukraine

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RD-868
RD-868
Credit: Yuzhnoye

Yuzhnoye N2O4/UDMH rocket engine. Apogee stage. Developed 1983-. In development in 1996. One main and an unknown number of control thrusters. 23.25 + 0.03 kN. Chamber pressure 91.5 / 6.9 bar. Specific impulse 325 / 230 sec.

Burn time 1600 / 7200 sec. Oxidizer to fuel ratio 2.2 / 1.6.

Chambers: 1 + x. Engine: 203 kg (447 lb). Chamber Pressure: 91.50 bar. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 11.67. Oxidizer to Fuel Ratio: 2.2.

Country
Ukraine
Propellants
N2O4/UDMH
Agency
Yuzhnoye
Bibliography
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