Model, Missile, Bullpup

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Topping Models Inc.

Summary

This is a model of unknown scale of the Bullpup, a U.S. Navy and U.S. Marine Corps air-to-ground missile. Developed by Martin, it had a range of 7 miles, a 250 lb conventional warhead, and utilized radio guidance from the launch aircraft. The missile was first deployed in 1959 and was replaced by the Bullpup A in the early 1960s. Topping Models made and donated this model to NASM in 1958.

Credit Line

Gift of Topping Models

Inventory Number

A19580073000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Plastic

Dimensions

Overall: 19.05 x 9.53 x 18.42cm (7 1/2in. x 3 3/4in. x 7 1/4in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv91d58e74c-2c44-4b57-a3da-d3439203ca0a

Record ID

nasm_A19580073000