Convair X-11
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Image:Convair X-11 launch.jpg The Convair X-11 (originally designated the Convair XSM-16A) was the first testbed for what became the Atlas missile program. Later the Convair X-12 became the second, more advanced testbed for the Atlas program.
Service history
A total of 12 X-11's were built and tested. The first three were involved in static tests only. X-11 Number 4 and 6, were destroyed in launch accidents. All others performed successful test flights. The test series began on June 11, 1957 and ended on June 3, 1958.
Specifications (X-11)
General characteristics
- Crew: Unmanned
- Length: 96 ft (29.3 m)
- Diameter: 12 ft (3.66 m)
- Empty: 12,500 lb (5,670 kg)
- Loaded: 80,000 lb (36,300 kg)
- Powerplant:
Performance
- Maximum speed: Mach 10+
- Range: 690 mi (1,110 km)
- Service ceiling: 40 mi (60 km)
- Rate of climb: m/min ( ft/min)
- Wing loading: kg/m² ( lb/ft²)
- Thrust/weight:
Related content
Related development:
Comparable aircraft:
Designation sequence: X-8 - X-9 - X-10 - X-11 - X-12 - X-13 - X-14
See also:
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