Messerschmitt Me 163 B-1a Komet

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The Komet was manufactured in Nazi Germany during World War II. It was the first and only tailless rocket-powered interceptor to see operational service.

  • Wingspan - 9.3m (30 ft 3 in)
  • Length - 5.7m (18 ft 8 in)
  • Height - 2.7m (9ft)
  • Weight empty - 1,905kg (4,191 lb)
  • Weight gross - 4,110kg (9,042 lb)
  • Engine - Walter 109-509A-2 - 1,700kg (3,740 lb) thrust
  • Oxidizer - High Test Hydrogen Peroxide
  • Fuel - Hydrazine hydrate and methanol
  • Manufacturer - Messerschmitt AG

Messerschmitt Me 163 B-1a Komet on display at the Udvar Hazy Air and Space Museum Washington Dulles with Walter 109-509 engine (Above view)

Messerschmitt Me 163 B-1a Komet (Side view)

Messerschmitt Me 163 B-1a Komet (Nose view)

Walter 109-509A-2 rocket engine

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