
“Soyuz-1” middle class launch vehicle “Soyuz-1” launch vehicle is two-stage middle class launch vehicle developed for spacecraft launches from launching facilities which are meant for “Soyuz-2” launch vehicle. Middle class launch vehicle development associates with growing needs of small spacecraft launches. “Soyuz-1” is under the development on the basis of “Soyuz-2-1b” launch vehicle by boosters removal, engine NK-33-1 mounting on the central module and Nose Fairing usage of “Soyuz” launch vehicle. Draft design for “Soyuz-1” launch vehicle has been developed. Specifications of “Soyuz-1” launch vehicle Number of stages | 2 | Liftoff mass | 158 t | Maximal length | 44 m | Nose Fairing diameter | 3 m |
”Soyuz-1” launch vehicle power capacityLaunching site | Baikonur | Plesetsk | Low circular orbit (mean altitude ~200 km) | 2 850 kg (inclination 51,8º) | 2 800 kg (inclination 62,8º) |
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