ROSCOSMOS 16 x Rassvet-3 Soyuz 2.1b
About the 16 x Rassvet-3 Mission
| Type | Communications |
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| Orbit | Polar Orbit |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
Note: Payload identities uncertain.
Batch of 16 Rassvet-3 Low Earth Orbit communication satellites for the Russian Byuro-1440 (Bureau 1440) constellation for broadband high-speed internet access in Russia.
Launch Pad & Location
43/4 (43R)
Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation
| Launches | 329 |
|---|---|
| Orbital Launch Attempts | 329 |
| Total Launches | 1688 |
Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1b Rocket
Soyuz-2 is 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 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage.
| Length | 46.3 m |
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| Diameter | 3.0 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 312.0 T |
| LEO Capacity | 8,200 kg |
| GTO Capacity | 3,250 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 4,900 kg |
| Launch Cost | $80,000,000 |
| Maiden Flight | 7/26/2008 |
Learn more about the Progress Rocket Space Center Soyuz 2.1b Rocket
About 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.
| Total Launches | 344 |
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| Successful | 333 |
| Failed | 11 |
| Pending | 4 |
| Consecutive Success | 68 |
Frequently Asked Questions
When was the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 launch scheduled?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 launch was scheduled for:
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Where did the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 mission launch from?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b rocket launched from 43/4 (43R) at Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Russian Federation. Plesetsk Cosmodrome is a Russian spaceport located in Mirny, Arkhangelsk Oblast, about 800 km north of Moscow and approximately 200 km south of Arkhangelsk. Originally developed as an ICBM site for the R-7 missile, it also served for numerous satellite launches using the R-7 and other rockets. Its high latitude makes it useful only for certain types of launches, especially the Molniya orbits, so for much of the site's history it functioned as a secondary location, with most orbital launches taking place from Baikonur, in the Kazakh SSR. With the end of the Soviet Union, Baikonur became a foreign territory, and Kazakhstan charged $115 million usage fees annually. Consequently, Plesetsk has seen considerably more activity since the 2000s.
What rocket was used for the 16 x Rassvet-3 mission?
The 16 x Rassvet-3 mission launched aboard a ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b rocket. Soyuz-2 is 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 2.1b version adds an upgraded engine (RD-0124) with improved performance to the second stage. Detailed rocket specifications and performance data are available in the rocket details above.
What weather conditions could have delayed the ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 launch?
The ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 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 ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b 16 x Rassvet-3 launch was delayed?
This page was updated in real-time with the latest ROSCOSMOS Soyuz 2.1b launch status, including any delays or scrubs for the 16 x Rassvet-3 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 ROSCOSMOS live streams provided the most immediate range updates during the launch window.
Last Updated
Last Updated:
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Updated estimated T-0 per orbit analysis.
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Updated approximate launch time per orbit analysis and launch pad per https://russianspaceweb.com/buro1440-2026-0719.html.
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Launch success (note: Launch time unconfirmed, pending orbit analysis.)
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NET July 11-16 per marine navigation warnings, TBC.
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Added launch per NOTAMs; Payload and launch vehicle variant identities uncertain. Launch expected between April 24 - 28 between 11:00-21:00 UTC daily.