Kuaizhou 11
Kuaizhou 11
Space Launch Systems
Basic Information
Name
Kuaizhou 11
Designation
Kuaizhou 11
Alternate Designation
KZ-11
Equipment Type
Space Launch Systems
Manufacturer
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation CASIC, Expace
Date of Introduction
2019
Description
The Kuaizhou 11 is a low-cost, quick response rocket family developed by Expace, a CASIC subsidiary, to serve the commercial launch market. The Kuaizhou 11 rocket can lift a 1.5 ton payload to Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with an estimated cost of $10,000 per kilogram. The first rocket launch was expected in early 2017 but was delayed to 2019.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Space Launch Systems
Status
Under Development
Also Known As
KZ-11
Origin
China
Contractors
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation CASIC, Expace
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2019
First Flight
2019
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Rocket Diameter
2.2 meter
Mass — Max Lift-off Weight
78 ton
Mass — Payload to LEO
1,500 kilogram
Mass — Payload to SSO
1,000 kilogram
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a003363
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
2.2 m
Height
—
Weight
78000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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