Viking - Experience : Volvo Aero

The sky is not the limit

Volvo Aero components have been launched into space for over 30 years.

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Power for Ariane 4

We have a long experience as partners in the Viking rocket engine. The Ariane 4 rocket used four to eight Viking 5 engines (752 kN thrust each) and one Viking 4 engine (850 kN thrust).

We have produced main engine parts such as the combustion chamber and the nozzle since 1978.  Since then, we have supplied a total of more than 1 000 units, progressively developing our production process, lowering prices and raising the delivery rate without compromising on the high level of quality required. Our production specialities include sheet metal forming, EB and TIG welding, advanced machining and thermal barrier coating.

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