S3 KS-25 "Vector"

S3 KS-25 "Vector" is a sustainer methalox engine. It is unlocked from Modular Launchers in Tier 2 of the Tech Tree. It features a typical single nozzle design. The "Vector" is distinguished by its significant gimbal range of ±10.5^o. Similar to the T-1 "Dart", but unlike most engines, its performance is nearly the same in vacuum as it is in atmosphere. It is the heaviest and most powerful engine.

Usage

The "Vector" is primarily intended to be used with engine plates to create inline multi-engine stages or for Space Shuttle recreations. The performance profile makes it a very useful engine for landers on atmospheric bodies, with the main concern becoming its weight.

Synopsis

The "Vector" is Kerbodyne's flagship engine. It is heavier than engines like "Reliant," and has nearly the power of a "Mainsail," with a gimbal range over 10 degrees. This engine works great both in and out of an atmosphere, and our engineers promise their new alloys make it 99% less likely to explode.

Part modules

EngineEngine gimbalGenerator

• Max thrust
  • 1 atm: 769.0 kN
  • Vac.: 850.0 kN
• Min thrust
  • 1 atm: 0.0 kN
  • Vac.: 0.0 kN
• I_sp
  • 1 atm: 285 s
  • Vac.: 315 s
• Propellants
  • Methane: 0.055 t/s max.
  • Oxidizer: 0.220 t/s max.
• Flags
  • Stops under 10%

• Vectoring Range
  • Pitch: -10.5° TO 10.5°
  • Yaw: -10.5° TO 10.5°

• Outputs
  • Electric Charge: 6.000 /s
• Always Active
• Engine Alternator

Trivia

The "Vector" is based off of the RS-25, the Space Shuttle Main Engine, used on the Space Shuttle and SLS.

Changes

0.1.0.0

• Added to the game