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Engine Model: M-3B-J. Designer: Nissan. Gross Mass: 3,600 kg (7,900 lb). Empty Mass: 300 kg (660 lb). Propellants: Solid. Thrust(vac): 132.100 kN (29,697 lbf). Isp: 294 sec. Burn time: 87 sec. Diameter: 1.50 m (4.90 ft). Length: 2.70 m (8.80 ft). Chambers: 1. Area Ratio: 52.00. Country: Japan. Status: In development. First Flight: 1996. Last Flight: 1996. Flown: 1.00.


Engine Model: M-3B-Mu. Designer: Nissan. Gross Mass: 3,590 kg (7,910 lb). Empty Mass: 490 kg (1,080 lb). Propellants: Solid. Thrust(vac): 132.100 kN (29,697 lbf). Isp: 294 sec. Burn time: 85 sec. Diameter: 1.50 m (4.90 ft). Length: 2.68 m (8.79 ft). Chambers: 1. Chamber Pressure: 42.00 bar. Area Ratio: 52.00. Country: Japan. First Flight: 1969. Last Flight: 1995. Flown: 24.



M-3 used on Rocket Stages

  • Used on stage: M-3B. on launch vehicle: Mu.

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