Vehicle / SINCE 2010

GSLV Mk II

ABOUT

Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.

SPECIFICATIONS 10
Length 49 m
Diameter 2.8 m
Launch Mass T 401
Leo Capacity 0 kg
Gto Capacity 2,500 kg
Thrust 7,420 kN
Reusable No
Total Launches 12
Successful Launches 10
Maiden Flight 2010-04-15