ISLAMABAD (PEN) : China successfully launched four satellites on Tuesday morning from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in northern China. The satellites were carried into orbit by a Long March-6C carrier rocket, marking the debut launch of this new model in the rocket family.
Developed by the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC), the rocket showcases a streamlined single-core, two-stage design, powered by liquid oxygen and kerosene engines.
This new 43-meter-long rocket has a lift-off mass of approximately 215 tonnes and is capable of delivering a payload of about 2.4 tonnes to a 500-kilometer Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO).
One of the rocket’s notable features is its adjustable satellite payload fairings, allowing it to accommodate a range of satellite sizes. This adaptability makes the rocket suitable for various needs and mission-specific requirements.