The MGR-1 Honest John rocket was the first nuclear-capable surface-to-surface rocket in the United States arsenal. Originally designated Artillery Rocket XM31, the first unit was tested on 29 June 1951, with the first production rounds delivered in January 1953. Its designation was changed to M31 in September 1953.
Specifications
General Characteristics
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- Wingspan 12.4ft (3.8m)
- Length 48.4ft (14.8m)
- Height 16.6ft (5.1m)
- Empty Weight 20,034lbs (9,087kg)
- Loaded Weight 47,951lbs (21,750kg)
Performance
- Power/Weight Ratio 2.53
- Wing Loading 990.0lbs/ft2 (4,833.4kg/m2)
- Wing Area 48.4ft2 (4.5m2)
- Drag Points 13543
Parts
- Number of Parts 272
- Control Surfaces 0
- Performance Cost 1,481
