ChangZheng 7
ChangZheng 7
Space Launch Systems
Operational Photo
Basic Information
Name
ChangZheng 7
Designation
ChangZheng 7
Alternate Designation
CZ-7, Long March 7
Equipment Type
Space Launch Systems
Manufacturer
CALT
Date of Introduction
2017
Description
The ChangZheng 7, also known as the CZ-7 or Long March 7 in the West, is a space launch vehicle developed by China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT) and designed to carry heavyweight payloads onto Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The CZ-7 space rocket can lift a payload of up to 13.5 metric tons. The first launch was carried out in early 2016. The rocket is being used to place into orbit the Tianzhou class spacecraft. In November 2023, the rocket performed its fifth launch.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Space Launch Systems
Status
Active
Also Known As
CZ-7, Long March 7
Origin
China
Contractor
CALT
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
April 20, 2017
First Flight
June 25, 2016
Total Production
19
Specifications (Deagel)
Number of Stages
3
Dimensions — Height
60.1 meter
Dimensions — Rocket Diameter
3.4 meter
Mass — Max Lift-off Thrust
7,200 kN
Mass — Max Lift-off Weight
573 ton
Mass — Payload to GTO
7,000 kilogram
Mass — Payload to LEO
13,500 kilogram
Mass — Payload to SSO
7,000 kilogram
Gear (Deagel)
Item 1
Spaceships: Tianzhou (1)
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a003362
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
3.4 m
Height
60.1 m
Weight
573000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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