Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a model of unknown scale of the U.S. Air Force MB-1 air-to-air missile, also known as the Genie. Built by Douglas Aircraft, the MB-1 was an unguided missile that carried a nuclear warhead and had a range of about 6 miles. It was deployed on Air Force fighters in the 1960s.
The model's manufacturer is unknown. John and Cynthia Heyde donated it to the museum.
Credit Line
Gift of John H. and Cynthia S. Heyde
Inventory Number
A19981632000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Plastic, Paint, Paper, Adhesive
Dimensions
Overall (Assembled Model): 5 1/4in. x 2 7/16in. x 3 1/8in. (13.34 x 6.19 x 7.94cm)
Overall (Missile): 5 3/8in. x 1 1/4in. x 1 1/4in. (13.65 x 3.18 x 3.18cm)
Overall (Cards (1)): 5in. x 4in. (12.7 x 10.16cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19981632000