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PSLV-XL
PSLV XL · Indian Space Research Organization · active
PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.
Source: Launch Library 2 record #38 · Wikipedia
- Manufacturer
- Indian Space Research Organization
- Status
- Active
- Reusable
- No
- Maiden flight
- 2008-10-22
- Height
- 44 m
- Diameter
- 2.8 m
- Liftoff mass
- 320 t
- Thrust
- —
- Stages
- 4
- Payload to LEO
- —
- Payload to GTO
- —
- Launch cost
- —
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