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ChangZheng 3C

ChangZheng 3C

Space Launch Systems
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Basic Information
Name
ChangZheng 3C
Designation
ChangZheng 3C
Alternate Designation
CZ-3, CZ-3A, CZ-3C, Long March 3C
Equipment Type
Space Launch Systems
Manufacturer
CALT
Date of Introduction
2008
Description

The CZ-3C is similar to the CZ-3B but with only two strap-on boosters to deliver a 3,800 kg payload into GTO. The first launch of a ChangZheng 3C rocket was performed on April 25, 2008.

Overview (Deagel)
Group Space Launch Systems
Status Active
Also Known As CZ-3, CZ-3A, CZ-3C, Long March 3C
Origin China
Contractor CALT
Initial Operational Capability (IOC) April 25, 2008
First Flight April 25, 2008
Total Production 18
Specifications (Deagel)
Number of Stages 3
Dimensions — Height 55.6 meter
Dimensions — Rocket Diameter 3.4 meter
Mass — Max Lift-off Weight 345 ton
Mass — Payload to GTO 3,800 kilogram
Mass — Payload to LEO 8,000 kilogram
Gear (Deagel)
Item 1 Satellites: Beidou
Variants
Variant 1 ChangZheng 3B
Variant 2 ChangZheng 3C
Details
Country of Origin China
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
55.6 m
Width
3.4 m
Height
55.6 m
Weight
345000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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