RD-0228

RD-0228

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RD-0228
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Engine Model: RD-0228. Manufacturer Name: RD-0228. Designer: Kosberg. Developed in: 1967-75. Application: R-36M / RS-20A (SS-18 mod-1) stage 2. Propellants: N2O4/UDMH. Thrust(vac): 755.000 kN (169,730 lbf). Chambers: 1 + 4. Country: Russia. Status: Out of Production.

Comprises single-chamber main engine RD-0229 plus four-chamber steering engine RD-0230. Further developed to RD-0255.

RD-0228 used on Rocket Stages

Used on stage: R-36-2. on launch vehicle: R-36M.

Used on stage: R-36-2. on launch vehicle: Tsiklon.

Bibliography:

Lardier, C, Air et Cosmos, "SS-18", 2 Sept. 1994 via Dietrich Haeseler.
Russian Arms Catalogue, Vol 5 and 6, Military Parade, Moscow via Dietrich Haeseler.

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