XLR-11 Rocket Motor :: 3D Printed
$17.95
1/48 Scale XLR-11 rocket motor.
In stock
Description
Accurate 3D printed rocket motor. 1/48 Scale.
The XLR-11 rocket motor, developed by Reaction Motors Inc., was the first liquid-fueled rocket engine used by the United States Air Force. It played a critical role in the Bell X-1 aircraft, which achieved the first supersonic flight in 1947. With four combustion chambers, the XLR-11 could produce a total thrust of 6,000 pounds, and its pioneering design laid the groundwork for future advancements in rocket propulsion technology.
The XLR-11's success in the X-1 program demonstrated the potential of liquid-fueled rockets for high-speed and high-altitude flight. This engine's reliability and performance made it a key component in subsequent research aircraft, including the X-1A, X-1B, and X-15. By enabling record-breaking speeds and altitudes, the XLR-11 significantly contributed to the progress of aeronautical engineering and the exploration of space.
Used in:
- Bell X-1
- North American X-15
- Northrop M2-F2
- Northrop M2-F3
- Northrop HL-10
- Martin Marietta X-24A
- Martin Marietta X-24B
Additional information
| Scale | 1/48 |
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