Model, Rocket, Atlas Agena-B, 1:48

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Object Details

Manufacturer

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center

Summary

This is a 1:48 scale model of the Atlas-Agena B rocket. The Lockheed Missiles and Space Company began developing the Agena upper stage for the U.S. Air Force in 1956. Three versions were ultimately produced - the Agena-A, Agena-B, and Agena-D. Using modified Thor and Atlas ballistic missiles as boosters, the Agena-B launched a variety of military and civilian payloads during the early 1960s. NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center made this model and transferred it to NASM in 1972.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19720994000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

wood, plastic, paint, non-ferrous metal, adhesive, varnish

Dimensions

Overall: 1ft 10 1/2in. x 4in. (57.15 x 10.16cm) 1:48 scale.

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/nv9006536f7-b615-4f41-959a-d724868f4bce

Record ID

nasm_A19720994000