Nerva NTR

Propellants: Nuclear/LH2. Thrust(vac): 333.400 kN (74,951 lbf). Isp: 925 sec. Mass Engine: 8,500 kg (18,700 lb). Diameter: 5.00 m (16.40 ft). Chambers: 1. Area Ratio: 500.00. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 4.00. Country: USA. Status: Study 1991.

Late 1980's update of 1960's Nerva design.

Nerva NTR used on Rocket Stages

Used on stage: Nerva 2/NTR. on launch vehicle: Nerva 2.

Nerva NTR used on Spacecraft

Used on: Nerva 2/NTR.

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