Object Details
Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
This is a 1:48 scale model of the Titan IIIC, one of many variations of the Titan rocket derived from the U.S. Air Force Titan II intercontinental ballistic missile. It had as its core vehicle the two liquid-fuel lower stages of the Titan IIIA and a third stage carrying the payload. There were also two strap-on solid-fuel boosters. The Titan IIIC launched a series of military and civilian satellites into orbit from 1965-1982. 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
A19981596000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Miscellaneous
Materials
White Metal
Paint
Plastic
Adhesive
Marker
Dimensions
Overall: 83.82 x 6.35cm (2ft 9in. x 2 1/2in.)
Other (boosters): 53.34 x 6.35cm (1ft 9in. x 2 1/2in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19981596000