Luna 25
Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
Rocket Launch Video
Mission
Luna 25
- Type: Lunar Exploration
- Orbit: Lunar Orbit
- Launch Cost: $48,500,000
Luna 25 (ex-Luna-Glob) was a lunar lander mission by the Russian Federal Space Agency (Roscosmos) that crashed into the lunar surface after an anomalous orbital maneuver placed it on a collision trajectory towards the Moon. It was scheduled to land near the lunar south pole at the Boguslavsky crater to prove lunar landing technology. The mission carried 30 kg of scientific instruments, including a robotic arm for soil samples and possible drilling hardware. It was planned to remain active for at least one year on the lunar surface.
Location
Cosmodrome Site 1S
Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation
Cosmodrome Site 1S has witnessed the launch of 20 rockets, including 20 orbital launch attempts. While Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation, has been the site for 21 rocket launches.
The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
Rocket
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1b Fregat-M
Soyuz-2, GRAU index 14A14, is the collective designation for the 21st-century version of the Russian Soyuz rocket. In its basic form, it is a three-stage carrier rocket for placing payloads into low Earth orbit. The first-stage boosters and two core stages feature uprated engines with improved injection systems, compared to the previous versions of the Soyuz. Digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to be launched from a fixed launch platform, whereas the launch platforms for earlier Soyuz rockets had to be rotated as the rocket could not perform a roll to change its heading in flight.
Agency
Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS)
The Roscosmos State Corporation for Space Activities, commonly known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation and general aerospace research. Soyuz has many launch locations the Russian sites are Baikonur, Plesetsk and Vostochny however Ariane also purchases the vehicle and launches it from French Guiana.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch scheduled?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch was scheduled for:
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Where can I watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch video?
You can watch the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M launch video on this page. The official video includes full mission coverage with multiple camera angles, onboard views, and expert commentary covering pre-launch procedures, liftoff, stage separation, and payload deployment.
Where did the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 mission launch from?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M rocket launched from Cosmodrome Site 1S at Vostochny Cosmodrome, Siberia, Russian Federation. The Vostochny Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport above the 51st parallel north in the Amur Oblast, in the Russian Far East. It is intended to reduce Russia's dependency on the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The first launch took place on 28 April 2016 at 02:01 UTC.
What rocket was used for the Luna 25 mission?
The Luna 25 mission launched aboard a Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M rocket. Soyuz-2, GRAU index 14A14, is the collective designation for the 21st-century version of the Russian Soyuz rocket. In its basic form, it is a three-stage carrier rocket for placing payloads into low Earth orbit. The first-stage boosters and two core stages feature uprated engines with improved injection systems, compared to the previous versions of the Soyuz. Digital flight control and telemetry systems allow the rocket to be launched from a fixed launch platform, whereas the launch platforms for earlier Soyuz rockets had to be rotated as the rocket could not perform a roll to change its heading in flight. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch?
The Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch could have been delayed by various weather conditions including lightning within 10 nautical miles, high winds (especially upper-level winds), thick cloud layers, precipitation, and poor visibility. Weather must be favorable at the launch site, downrange landing zones, and abort landing sites.
How can I get updates if the Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M Luna 25 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) Soyuz 2.1b/Fregat-M launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the Luna 25 mission. You can also check our space launch schedule for historical launch information. Our mobile app provides push notifications for instant alerts about launch status changes. Official Russian Federal Space Agency (ROSCOSMOS) live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.