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> (Although one wonders if it could go single-stage-to-orbit without SS on top. That would be another first!) On that note, I recall reading somewhere that the

> (Although one wonders if it could go single-stage-to-orbit without SS on top. That would be another first!) On that note, I recall reading somewhere that the top part is at least in theory SSTO-capable without payload.

ncmncm 5y ago
If it could get to orbit, then it ought to be able to get to Florida.
simonh 5y ago
The current iterations are a bit over-engineered. A fully optimised later version that's slimmed down the design might do it without any payload, fins or heat shield. Maybe.