Fort Stockton
Iron (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1952 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Fort Stockton is a Iron (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1952 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 4.8 kg.
4.8 kg
Mass
Iron
Classification
Found
Type
1952
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 10168 |
| Classification | Iron (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1952 |
| Coordinates | 30.91667N, 103.06667W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"4.8 kg — about the weight of a liter of water"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Fort Stockton?
Fort Stockton is classified as Iron (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Fort Stockton meteorite weigh?
The Fort Stockton meteorite has a mass of 4.8 kg (10.5 lbs). About the weight of a liter of water.
Where was the Fort Stockton meteorite found?
The Fort Stockton meteorite was found in Mexico in 1952.
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