Lot 299
1966-1971, Soyuz 7K-OK, Attitude Control Maneuvering Engine (6x8x2.5") This key component of the Service Module of the Soyuz experimental spacecraft was used to control the spacecraft's orientation or attitude. Capsules of this design were planned for manned circumlunar missions and fueled this type motor with hydrogen peroxide.
This thruster is complete with fuel assembly and shows the rainbow effects on the metal of numerous firings. Extensive engraved ID numbers show that the Russians were as bureaucratic as NASA. A fascinating piece of memorabilia.
Estimated Value $3,500 - 5,000.
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