Sputnik Launch Vehicle
Item #: ModelSputniklaunch
The Sputnik program was a series of unmanned space missions launched by the Soviet Union in the late 1950s to demonstrate the viability of artificial satellites. It included Sputnik 1, the first man-made object to orbit earth. The Russian name "Спутник" means literally "traveling companion" or "satellite"
Sputnik 1 was launched on October 4, 1957. The satellite was 58 cm in diameter and weighed approximately 83.6 kg (about 184 lb). Each of its elliptical orbits around the Earth took about 96 minutes
1/48 scale highly detailed replica
23.9 inches in height
Please allow 3 to 6 months from the time of order to delivery, as these models are custom made upon ordering. An additional shipping charge of actual shipping cost to your delivery location will apply on this item. Please contact us for actual shipping cost. No discounts will apply to this model and all sales are final.
Sputnik 1 was launched on October 4, 1957. The satellite was 58 cm in diameter and weighed approximately 83.6 kg (about 184 lb). Each of its elliptical orbits around the Earth took about 96 minutes
Please allow 3 to 6 months from the time of order to delivery, as these models are custom made upon ordering. An additional shipping charge of actual shipping cost to your delivery location will apply on this item. Please contact us for actual shipping cost. No discounts will apply to this model and all sales are final.




