Soyuz 2.1b Volga (Progress Rocket Space Center)
The Soyuz 2.1b Volga is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by Progress Rocket Space Center (established in 1996). It undertook its inaugural launch on 04/16/2026.
Soyuz 2.1b Volga Specifications
| Variant | Volga |
|---|---|
| Length | 46.3 m |
| Diameter | 2.95 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Takeoff Thrust | 4149 kN |
Soyuz 2.1b Volga Launch Record
| Total Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 1 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 1 |
Manufacturer
Progress Rocket Space Center (PRSC)
CEO: Dmitry Baranov
Progress Rocket Space Centre, formerly known as TsSKB-Progress, is a space science and aerospace research company which is known for manufacturing launch vehicles and satellites. Most notably, Progress Rocket Space Centre is the manufacturer of Soyuz launch vehicles.