Far-Out Fact

The Space Shuttle is 56 metres (184 feet) tall, more than twice as long as a blue whale. 

Far-Out Fact

The Space Shuttle weighs 2000 tonnes, which is equal to 20 adult blue whales.

Far-Out Fact

When the Space Shuttle lifts off, its rockets and engines produce over 3300 tonnes of thrust [link to glossary].

Far-Out Fact

Since 1981, the Shuttle has boosted more than 1.36 million kilograms (3 million lbs.) of cargo into orbit.