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Scout X-5C

Scout X-5C was a three-stage research configuration using Algol-2B, Castor-2A, and Antares-2A. Its sole 1968 flight successfully carried the fifth Scout reentry-heating experiment.

Identity

Aliases
Scout X5CScout-X5C
Family Name
Scout
Full Name
Scout X-5C
Reusability
expendable
Slug
scout-x-5c
Status
retired
Type
rocket
Variant Name
X-5C

Details

Description
Scout X-5C was a three-stage research configuration using Algol-2B, Castor-2A, and Antares-2A. Its sole 1968 flight successfully carried the fifth Scout reentry-heating experiment.
First Flight Year
1,968
Last Flight Year
1,968
Operator
Parent Vehicle Family
Stages Count
3

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Creation Time
7/17/2026, 3:07:42 PM
Updated Time
7/17/2026, 3:07:42 PM