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Saturn IVB C-5A

Stage · USA

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LOx/LH2 propellant rocket stage. Final common third stage design for Saturn C-4 and C-5 (November 1961). Developed into Saturn V second stage. After development started, decision taken to boost performance by increasing diameter to 6.61 m and increasing propellant load.

Country
USA
Engines
J-2
Launch Vehicles
Saturn C-5, Saturn C-4B
Propellants
Lox/LH2