Table 1. Morphological classes Lunar craters (A–C)

Class Geomorphological characteristics Relative depth Max.Inner slope angle
A Very steep slopes; clearly defined rim; prominent blocky ejecta zone. 1/3–1/5 35°–45°
AB Steep slopes; sharply defined, slightly flattened rim; discernable ejecta zone with common blocks. 1/5–1/7 25°–35°
B Moderately steep slopes; smoothed rim outlines; blocky material infrequent except on the rim. 1/7–1/10 15°– 25°
BC Gently sloping; poorly pronounced rim; outer surface nearly indistinguishable from inter-crater space. 1/10–1/12 10°–15°
C Very gently sloping; minimal relief; rim and crater surface differ very little from surrounding terrain. < 1/12 < 10°
Data from Basilevsky (1974).