F-1

Overview

The RP-1/LOX engine of the Saturn V first stage — five clustered F-1s remain the most powerful single-chamber liquid engines ever flown, lifting Apollo off the pad.

Components & hardware

Knowledge connections

• PowersS-IC (Saturn V first stage)
• Uses propellantRP-1 / LOX
• PowersSaturn V
• Associated withThrust-to-Weight Ratio

Sources

Facts on this topic will be cited from these primary and reference sources.

• NASANational Aeronautics and Space Administration

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