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Lot #6484
LK-3 Soviet Lunar Lander Model

Striking, oversized model of the Soviet Union's planned LK-3 lunar lander

Estimate: $8000+

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Description

Striking, oversized model of the Soviet Union's planned LK-3 lunar lander

Highly detailed 1:8 scale model of the LK-3 Lunar Lander (Lunnyi Korabl), a lunar module developed in the 1960s as a part of several Soviet crewed lunar programs. When the Soviet Union lost the Space Race, both the N1 (launch vehicle) and the LK programs were canceled without any further development. Constructed of metal and composite plastic material, this large custom-made model measures 19.25˝ x 25˝ x 19.75˝ and is set on a black 21.75˝ x 21.75˝ x 1.25˝ base. The LK spacecraft model, which contains adjustable antennae and a ladder, features the lunar module and the Block E propulsion system. Structurally, the spacecraft is subdivided into the Lunar Landing Aggregate, (Lunnyi Posadochnyi Agregat, LPA) and the Lunar Ascent Vehicle, (Lunnyi Vzletnyi Apparat, LVA); the LPA consists of a lattice-structured main body and a four-legged lunar landing device, (Lunnoe Posadochnoe Ustroistvo, LPU). In fine condition, with some light wear to the base, and the upper left handrail neatly detached. A marvelous centerpiece Soviet spacecraft model that is extremely rare in such detail and prodigious size.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Space
  • Dates: September 26, 2024 - October 24, 2024