Object Details
Manufacturer
NASA Marshall Space Flight Center
Summary
This is a 1:48 scale model of the Gemini-Titan II rocket, used by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration to launch all ten manned spacecraft in the Gemini program during 1965-1966. The Titan II was a two-stage intercontinental ballistic missile developed by the U.S. Air Force. Only minor modifications were needed to enable it to be used as the launch vehicle in the Gemini program. This model was built by NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, which transferred it to NASM in 1971.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Inventory Number
A19721000000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Plastic
Adhesive Stickers
Paint
Ink
Dimensions
3-D (Rocket, Overall): 11 × 6.4 × 68.6cm (4 5/16 in. × 2 1/2 in. × 2 ft. 3 in.)
3-D (Figure, Overall): 4.4 × 1.3 × 0.5cm (1 3/4 × 1/2 × 3/16 in.)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
National Air and Space Museum in Washington, DC
Exhibition
Destination Moon
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19721000000