Convair X-11
The Convair X-11 (originally called XSM-16A) was the first test environment for the Atlas ICBM . Later the Convair X-12 became the second, further developed test environment for the Atlas rocket.
A total of twelve X-11s were built and tested. The first three were only used in static tests. Numbers four and six were destroyed during take-off accidents. All other X-11 successfully completed their test flights. The test series ran from June 11, 1957 to June 3, 1958.
General data
| Parameter | Data |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Consolidated Vultee Aircraft Corporation |
| diameter | 3.66 m |
| length | 29.3 m |
| Takeoff weight | 36,300 kg |
| crew | 0 |
| Top speed | > Do 10 |
| Service ceiling | 60 km |
| Range | 1,100 km |