Rifle
Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1948 · Colorado, United States
Key Takeaway
Rifle is a Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1948 in United States . It has a recorded mass of 102.7 kg.
102.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IAB-MG
Classification
Found
Type
1948
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 22605 |
| Classification | Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 102.7 kg (226.4 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1948 |
| Coordinates | 38.51667N, 107.83333W |
| Country | United States |
Location
Mass Context
"102.7 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Rifle?
Rifle is classified as Iron, IAB-MG (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Rifle meteorite weigh?
The Rifle meteorite has a mass of 102.7 kg (226.4 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Rifle meteorite found?
The Rifle meteorite was found in Colorado, United States in 1948.
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