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I very seriously doubt that it launched with the lithium-ion batteries installed. And I'm almost certain the tires were not inflated.
by GlenTheMachine 9y ago
I very seriously doubt that it launched with the lithium-ion batteries installed. And I'm almost certain the tires were not inflated.
- perseusprime11 9y agoI agree with your assessment. They can't risk Lithium-ion in space temperatures and pressures. What do you think of the spaceman? Did they bolt him on to the car seat?
- ynniv 9y agoThe 2008 Roadster had a nominal curb weight of 1,305kg. Remove the 450kg battery and it should be 855kg, much less than the "~1,250kg" mass reported by NASA.