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This is a 1:100 scale model of the Ariane 3 rocket. These were the third rocket built by the European Space Agency (ESA), a consortium of 11 Western European nations organized in 1974. A three-stage rocket using strap-on boosters, the Ariane 3 first launched a payload into orbit in August 1984. A total of 11 Ariane 3s launched payloads into space before being replaced by the improved Ariane 4. Arianespace built this model and donated it to NASM in 1985.

 Display Status

This object is on display in James S. McDonnell Space Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.

James S. McDonnell Space Hangar
Object Details
Country of Origin France Type MODELS-Missiles & Rockets Manufacturer Arianespace
 Dimensions Other (rocket): 1 ft. 8 1/2 in. tall x 3 in. wide (52.07 x 7.62cm)
Other (base): 6 in. wide x 6 in. long (15.24 x 15.24cm)
 Materials Plastic rocket on wood base.
 Inventory Number A19850573000 Credit Line Gift of Arianespace, Inc. Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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