Saturn MS-IVB-2
Advanced Engines
Advanced Engines planned for uprated Saturn and Nova boosters
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Gross Mass: 176,600 kg (389,300 lb). Empty Mass: 17,800 kg (39,200 lb). Thrust (vac): 1,401.300 kN (315,025 lbf). Isp: 447 sec. Burn time: 489 sec. Propellants: Lox/LH2. Isp(sl): 200 sec. Diameter: 6.61 m (21.68 ft). Span: 6.61 m (21.68 ft). Length: 23.12 m (75.85 ft). Country: USA. No Engines: 1. Engine: HG-3. Status: Study 1965.

Douglas Studies, 1965: S-IVB with 315 k high pressure 3000 psia engine, 350,000 pounds propellant

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