Rateldraai
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1909 · Namibia
Key Takeaway
Rateldraai is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1909 in Namibia . It has a recorded mass of 549.0 kg.
549.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1909
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22397 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 549.0 kg (1,210.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1909 |
| Coordinates | 28.83333S, 21.13333E |
| Country | Namibia |
Location
Mass Context
"549.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rateldraai?
Rateldraai is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Rateldraai meteorite weigh?
The Rateldraai meteorite has a mass of 549.0 kg (1,210.3 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Rateldraai meteorite found?
The Rateldraai meteorite was found in Namibia in 1909.
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