Vehicle / SINCE 2022

Space Launch System (SLS)

ABOUT

The Space Launch System (SLS) is an American Space Shuttle-derived heavy expendable launch vehicle. It is part of NASA's deep space exploration plans including as the main launch vehicle of the Artemis program. SLS follows the cancellation of the Constellation program, and is to replace the retired Space Shuttle.

SPECIFICATIONS 10
Length 111 m
Diameter 8.4 m
Launch Mass T 2,628
Leo Capacity 95,000 kg
Thrust 39,000 kN
Launch Cost Usd 2,000,000,000
Reusable No
Total Launches 2
Successful Launches 2
Maiden Flight 2022-11-16