ChangZheng 3C
ChangZheng 3C
Space Launch Systems
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
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a002555
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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