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Moravy says Roadster thrusters are designed for production
Lars Moravy, Tesla's vice president of vehicle engineering, responded to doubts about the cold-gas thruster system on the new Roadster. According to Moravy, the flight-capable setup shown at the October 15 unveiling is designed for production and can produce more than 80 kN of force. The system stores compressed air in two carbon-fibre tanks with a combined capacity of 600 litres, released through 10 nozzles, and works alongside a fan suction system that can hold the car upside down while stationary.…
- Moravy says the cold-gas thrusters can generate more than 80 kN of force.
- With an assumed mass of 2500 kg, thrust would exceed three times the vehicle's mass.
- Production scheduled for 2028; how owners will use that thrust is not detailed.
🔎 Why it matters: Moravy, of Tesla, says the Roadster Rocket's flight demonstrations were designed for production, not as a staged display. The thrust figures (more than 80 kN) come from his statements and have no independent validation.
📈 Upside: Not applicable.
📉 Risk: Production scheduled for 2028 and owner use of the thrust still undefined.
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