Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM)PSLV XLIndian Space Research Organization Launch Status Success Tue ยท Nov 5th, 2013 4:08 AM EST Watch Online LocationSatish Dhawan Space Centre First Launch PadSriharikota, Republic of India54 rockets have launched from Sriharikota, Republic of India. RocketPSLV-XLLength: 44 meters Diameter: 2.8 meters First Launch: October 22, 2008PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.The PSLV-XL rocket has been launched a total of 22 times with 21 successful and 1 failed launches. AgencyIndian Space Research OrganizationType: Government Abbreviation: ISRO Administration: Director: Kailasavadivoo Sivan Founded: 1969 Launchers: PSLV | GSLVCountry: INDThe Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is the space agency of the Government of India headquartered in the city of Bangalore. Its vision is to “harness space technology for national development while pursuing space science research and planetary exploration.” View Rocket Launch Schedule