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Engine · USA

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Notional LOx/LH2 rocket engine. VTOHL studies, 1978.

Thrust (sl): 3,073.900 kN (691,040 lbf). Thrust (sl): 313,458 kgf. Engine: 2,973 kg (6,554 lb). Area Ratio: 55. Thrust to Weight Ratio: 127.89.

Country
USA
Launch Vehicles
VTOHL 45t, VTOHL 9t
Propellants
Lox/LH2