Molniya-M 2BL (Russian Space Forces)
The Molniya-M 2BL is a non-reusable, inactive launch vehicle manufactured by Russian Space Forces (established in 1992). It undertook its inaugural launch on 10/04/1965.
Molniya-M 2BL Specifications
| Variant | 2BL |
|---|
Molniya-M 2BL Launch Record
| Total Launches | 272 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 259 |
| Failed Launches | 13 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 4 |
Manufacturer
Russian Space Forces (VKS)
Commander: Aleksandr Golovko
The Russian Space Forces are a branch of the Russian Aerospace Forces, that provides aerospace warning, air sovereignty, and protection for Russia. Having been reestablished following August 1, 2015 merger between the Russian Air Force and the Russian Aerospace Defence Forces after a 2011 dissolving of the branch. The Russian Space Forces were originally formed on August 10, 1992 and the creation of the Russian Armed Forces.