Safir
Satellite launch vehicle (SLV)
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
Safir
Designation
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Alternate Designation
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Equipment Type
Satellite launch vehicle (SLV)
Manufacturer
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Date of Introduction
2009
Description
The Safir is Iran’s first space launch vehicle (SLV) used to place satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO). As of October 2017, the Safir has placed four small satellites into LEO.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Range
300.0 km
Quick Facts (CSIS)
Class
Space Launch Vehicle (SLV)
Basing
Land-based, gantry launched
Range
300 – 350 km altitude (low-orbit)
Payload
50 kg satellite
Length
22 m (1st Stage: 13.5 m, 2nd Stage: 8.5 m)
Diameter
1.25 m
LaunchWeight
26,000 – 27,000 kg
Status
Operational
InService
2009 – present
Details
Country of Origin
Iran
Sources
CSIS Missile Threat: https://missilethreat.csis.org/missile/safir/
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
22 m
Width
1.25 m
Height
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Weight
26000 kg
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