Orbital Minotaur VI - Manual (Page 43)

Minotaur IV • V • VI User’s Guide Section 3.0 – General Performance
3.3.4. Elliptical Orbits and High Energy Orbits
The Minotaur IV+, V, and VI+ are capable of supporting elliptical and high energy orbits, including
Geostationary Transfer Orbits (GTO), Medium Transfer Orbits (MTO), and Trans-Lunar Injection (TLI), as
shown in Figures 3.3.4-1 through 3.3.4-5 and Tables 3.3.4-1 through 3.3.4-3. Orbital evaluates specific
high energy or elliptical missions on a case by case basis.
Figure 3.3.4-1. Minotaur IV+ Elliptical Orbits Performance Curve for KLC Launches
Figure 3.3.4-2. Minotaur V Elliptical Orbits Performance Curve for KLC Launches
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