ChangZheng 6
ChangZheng 6
Space Launch Systems
Basic Information
Name
ChangZheng 6
Designation
ChangZheng 6
Alternate Designation
CZ-6, Long March 6
Equipment Type
Space Launch Systems
Manufacturer
CALT
Date of Introduction
2015
Description
The ChangZheng 6, also known as CZ-6 or Long March 6 in the West, is a small liquid propellant space launch vehicle developed by China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology (CALT) to place small payloads into Sun Synchronous Orbit (SSO). It is based on the 2.25-meter diameter strap-on booster developed for the ChangZheng 5 heavy space launch vehicle family. It is powered by one YF-100 engine burning Liquid Oxygen (LOX)/Kerosene propellant. The first launch was carried out on September 19, 2015.
Overview (Deagel)
Group
Space Launch Systems
Status
Active
Also Known As
CZ-6, Long March 6
Origin
China
Contractor
CALT
Initial Operational Capability (IOC)
September 19, 2015
First Flight
September 19, 2015
Total Production
14
Specifications (Deagel)
Number of Stages
3
Dimensions — Height
29 meter
Dimensions — Rocket Diameter
2.3 meter
Dimensions — Width
3.4 meter
Mass — Max Lift-off Thrust
1,188 kN
Mass — Max Lift-off Weight
103 ton
Mass — Payload to SSO
500 kilogram
Details
Country of Origin
China
Sources
deagel.com: https://www.deagel.com/x/x/a002557
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
—
Width
3.4 m
Height
29 m
Weight
103000 kg
Operators (1)
China
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