Model, Missile, Mace

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Unknown

Summary

This is a model of unknown scale of the Mace, an improved version of the U.S. Air Force Matador surface-to-surface missile. Utilizing a turbojet engine for its atmospheric flight and a booster to assist in take-off, the missile had a range of 650 miles and carried either a conventional or nuclear warhead. First deployed in West Germany in 1959 and Okinawa in 1961, the Mace was withdrawn from service in 1966.

The model's manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated the model to the museum.

Credit Line

Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde

Inventory Number

A19981654000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Plastic, adhesive decal

Dimensions

7.62 x 30.48 x 13.34cm (3in. x 1ft x 5 1/4in.) (Approximate)

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/nv925cb6086-11bd-420f-8eb7-ea6072b325fa

Record ID

nasm_A19981654000