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Starship SN7.2
Structural Test Article
SN7.2 was a test tank design to test thinner 3mm stainless steel for future Starship prototypes. The tank performed two cryogenic proof tests to verify its capabilities.
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History

Pressurize to Failure
The SN7.2 test tank was pressurized to failure to validate the new 3mm stainless steel construction methods. During the test, the tank performed well, developing a small leak rather than bursting.
Test Tank Pad, Starbase, Texas, USA
Thu Feb 04, 2021
Cryogenic Proof Test #1
The SN7.2 test tank successfully passed its initial cryogenic proof test, according to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
Test Tank Pad, Starbase, Texas, USA
Tue Jan 26, 2021