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Missile, Submarine-launched, Polaris A-3, Lifting Eyes

Air and Space Museum

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Lockheed Missiles and Space Division

Summary

These components were used in the handling of the U.S. Navy's Polaris A-3 submarine-launched ballistic missile. The A-3 was the third and last version of this first generation submarine-launched ballistic missile. Lockheed Missiles and Space made these items and donated them to NASM in 19162.

Credit Line

Gift of the Lockheed Missile and Space Company

Inventory Number

A19620016001

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

CRAFT-Missile & Rocket Parts

Materials

Steel
Parkerized Finish

Dimensions

Overall: 3 1/2in. x 7in. x 8in. (8.89 x 17.78 x 20.32cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv94e02b08a-7095-44d5-927b-bc6a97e80281

Record ID

nasm_A19620016001

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