Astra Rocket 3 (Astra Space)
The Astra Rocket 3 is a non-reusable, inactive launch vehicle manufactured by Astra Space (established in 2005). It undertook its inaugural launch on 09/12/2020.
Astra Rocket 3.0 is the third version and first orbital version of Astra Space's small satellite launch vehicle. It is designed to carry 100kg in LEO.
Astra Rocket 3 Specifications
| Variant | 3 |
|---|---|
| Length | 11.6 m |
| Diameter | 1.32 m |
| Stages | 2 |
| Takeoff Thrust | 140 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 100 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 25 kg |
| Launch Cost | $2,500,000 |
Astra Rocket 3 Launch Record
| Total Launches | 7 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 2 |
| Failed Launches | 5 |
Manufacturer
Astra Space (AS)
CEO: Chris Kemp
Astra Space is a launch vehicle company based in San Francisco, California, that develops pump-fed, liquid bipropellant propulsion engines for DARPA and NASA as well as their Astra Rocket launch vehicle.