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The Rheintochter (Rhine Maiden) R I was an experimental German two-stage anti-aircraft missile tested in the last year of World War II. It was also one of the largest solid-fuel rockets of the war and produced the largest thrust, although for a very short duration. Due to its inadequate altitude ceiling, it was to be supplanted by the R III model, a liquid-fuel missile with two side-mounted solid-fuel boosters, but only six of those were ever launched.

This servomotor was mounted inside the nose section and moved the forward control surfaces of this Rheintochter. The Smithsonian acquired it as part of the massive gift of World War II artifacts from the U.S. Air Force in 1949.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin Germany Type CRAFT-Missile & Rocket Parts Manufacturer Rheinmetall-Borsig
 Dimensions Approximate: 42.5 x 36.8cm, 22.7kg (16 3/4 x 14 1/2 in., 50lb.)
 Materials Magnesium Alloy
Steel
Aluminum
Synthetic Rubber
Natural Fabric
Phenolic Resin
Paint
 Inventory Number A19601997001 Credit Line Transferred from the U.S. Air Force Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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