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Model: Talos-1. Gross Mass: 1,500 kg (3,300 lb). Thrust (vac): 516.000 kN (116,001 lbf). Burn time: 5.20 sec. Propellants: Solid. Diameter: 0.76 m (2.49 ft). Length: 3.40 m (11.10 ft). Country: USA. No Engines: 1. Motor: Talos Mk 11 Mod 2. Status: Active. First Flight: 1974. Last Flight: 2007. No Launched: 53. Used as: Talos. Release conditions: ABL. The Talos motor was fitted with a conical adapter for mating to the second stage. Differential drag forces caused separation. Four fins were arranged at the aft end in a cruciform configuration and drove the vehicle to approximately one revolution per second burnout roll rate. Used on Launch Vehicles: 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. |