Nova B-3

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Model: Nova B-3. Gross Mass: 63,000 kg (138,000 lb). Empty Mass: 5,000 kg (11,000 lb). Thrust (vac): 451.000 kN (101,388 lbf). Isp: 427 sec. Burn time: 533 sec. Propellants: Lox/LH2. Diameter: 6.70 m (21.90 ft). Span: 6.70 m (21.90 ft). Length: 18.30 m (60.00 ft). Country: USA. No Engines: 7. Motor: RL-10. Status: Study 1960. Used on Launch Vehicles: Nova. Contact us with any corrections, additions, or comments. Conditions for use of drawings, pictures, or other materials from this site.. To contact astronauts or cosmonauts. © Mark Wade, 1997 - 2008 except where otherwise noted.