Rocket, Flying Model, Gemini Titan II, 1:60

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Estes Industries, Inc.

Summary

This is a 1:60 scale flying rocket model of the Gemini Titan II. Modified from Air Force Titan II intercontinental ballistic missiles, Gemini Titan IIs launched all ten Gemini missions during 1965-1966. The model was made by Estes Industries, one of several U.S. companies that began to commercially produce flying rocket models and associated equipment in the late 1950s.

Estes Industries donated this artifact to the Museum in 1970.

Credit Line

Gift of Estes Industries

Inventory Number

A19700345000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Paper, paint, wood, felt

Dimensions

1:60 scale

Other (model): 24 in. long x 2 1/2 in. in diameter (60.96 x 6.35cm)

Other (base): 4 1/2 in. x 4 1/2 in. (11.43 x 11.43cm)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9a157a1f2-35ab-4dcf-87d6-458309c842ac

Record ID

nasm_A19700345000