Larch (rocket engine)
The Larch was a family of rocket engine intended as an upgrade to Black Arrow launch vehicles. They were manufactured by Rolls Royce between 1965–1971.[1] They burned kerosene fuel and hydrogen peroxide.[2]
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| Application | 1st stage booster |
| Predecessor | Gamma 8 |
| Liquid-fuel engine | |
| Propellant | Hydrogen peroxide / kerosene |
| Performance | |
| Thrust, sea-level | 7,500 lbf (33 kN) |
References
- "Ingenious". Ingenious. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 31 May 2015.
- "Objects". Sciencemuseum.org.uk. Retrieved 31 May 2015.
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