T-1 "Dart"

T-1 "Dart"

File:T-1 Dart
Statistics
Mass (t)	1.000
Size	SM
Max Temp (K)	1000
Impact Tolerance (m/s)	10
Engine Info
0.043 0.011 Thrust: 1 atm. (kN) 159.4 Thrust: Vac. (kN) 170.0 Isp: 1 atm. (s) 300 Isp: Vac. (s) 320
C7 Aerospace Division

T-1 "Dart" is an aerospike sustainer methalox engine. It is unlocked from Jumbo Jets in Tier 3 of the Tech Tree. It features a distinctive "spike" plug nozzle design. Similar to the S3 KS-25 "Vector", but unlike most engines, its performance is nearly the same in vacuum as it is in atmosphere. It is also distinct among engines unlocked in aerodynamics-focused research nodes in that it runs on methalox rather than methane and air.

Usage

The well-rounded performance is applicable to SSTO vessels or multi-purpose landers, especially for atmospheric bodies.

Synopsis

The T-1 "Dart" is C7's only methalox engine, and is rather unique in its design. It has a decent amount of thrust and is reasonably efficient both in and out of an atmosphere, making it a very well-rounded engine. It also has a very short profile, which works well for landers.

Part modules

• Max thrust
  • 1 atm: 159.4 kN
  • Vac.: 170.0 kN
• Min thrust
  • 1 atm: 0.0 kN
  • Vac.: 0.0 kN
• I_sp
  • 1 atm: 300 s
  • Vac.: 320 s
• Propellants
  • Methane: 0.011 t/s max.
  • Oxidizer: 0.043 t/s max.
• Flags
  • Stops under 10%

• Outputs
  • Electric Charge: 3.000 /s
• Always Active
• Engine Alternator

Changes

0.1.0.0

• Added to the game