Kuaizhou 21
Kuaizhou 21
Space Launch Systems
Basic Information
Name
Kuaizhou 21
Designation
Kuaizhou 21
Alternate Designation
KZ-21
Equipment Type
Space Launch Systems
Manufacturer
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation CASIC, Expace
Date of Introduction
2025
Description
The Kuaizhou-21 (KZ-21) is a heavyweight space launch rocket being developed by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC). The first KZ-21 rocket is expected to lift-off by 2025 fueled by solid propellant. The KZ-21 is expected to carry a payload of up to 20 tons into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) with the option of placing lighter payloads into higher orbits.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Space Launch Systems
Status
Under Development
Also Known As
KZ-21
Origin
China
Contractors
China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation CASIC, Expace
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
2025
First Flight
2025
Total Production
?
Specifications (Deagel)
Dimensions — Rocket Diameter
4 meter
Mass — Payload to LEO
20,000 kilogram
Variants
Variant 1
Kuaizhou 21
Variant 2
Kuaizhou 31
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a003929
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
4 m
Height
—
Weight
—
Operators (1)
China
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