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 Nike Ajax Missile - Fort Lewis, Tacoma, WA Posted by:  Hikenutty
N 47° 05.860 W 122° 36.977
10T E 529119 N 5216089
This missile can be found in the outdoor display area of the Fort Lewis Military Museum.
Waymark Code: WM2FZH
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 10/27/2007
Views: 26
This missile can be found in the outdoor display area of the Fort Lewis Military Museum. The following information was listed on an information sheet attached to the missile:
- Missile Weight: 2,460 pounds
- Length: 44' 10"
- Diameter: 12"
- Rocket: M-5 Liquid fuel rocket, 55,000 pounds of thrust
- Speed: 2.3 Mach
- Ceiling: 70,000'
- Range: 30 miles
A total of 16,000 Ajax missiles were produced. They were in service from 1954 until they were declared obselete in 1963.
Location restrictions:
12-4, Wednesday through Sunday
First must check in at main gate Visitor Center. Bring driver's license, vehicle registration, proof of insurance and your social security number to receive clearance to be on the base.
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