Object Details
Summary
This is an approximate 1:24 scale model of the U.S. Air Force Thrust-Augmented Thor-Agena D rocket. The rocket was launched over 60 times from 1963-1968, primarily to place the highly-classified Corona photoreconnaissance satellites in orbit. It had a standard liquid-fuel Thor first stage, with three solid-fuel strap on boosters. The second stage was a liquid-fuel Agena D that carried the Corona cameras and film return capsules in its nose. This model was donated by the National Reconnaissance Office to NASM in 1996.
Credit Line
Transferred from the National Reconnaissance Office
Inventory Number
A19960302000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
MODELS-Missiles & Rockets
Materials
Plastic
Dimensions
Other: 3 in. diameter at aft end x 40 in. long (7.6 x 101.6cm)
Approximate 1:24 scale
Country of Origin
United States of America
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National Air and Space Museum Collection
Location
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA
Hangar
James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Link to Original Record
Record ID
nasm_A19960302000