Long March 5B (China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation)
The Long March 5B is a non-reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (established in 1999). It undertook its inaugural launch on 05/05/2020.
The configuration of the CZ-5B variant consists of the Long March 5 core stage with its four strapped-on liquid-fueled boosters, but the usual second stage will be absent; in place of the second stage would be heavier low earth orbit payloads.
Long March 5B Specifications
| Variant | B |
|---|---|
| Length | 53.66 m |
| Diameter | 5 m |
| Stages | 1 |
| Launch Mass | 837 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 10565 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 25000 kg |
Long March 5B Launch Record
| Total Launches | 4 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 4 |
| Pending Launches | 1 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 4 |
Manufacturer
Chairman & President: Lei Fanpei
The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation (CASC) is the main contractor for the Chinese space program. It is state-owned and has a number of subordinate entities which design, develop and manufacture a range of spacecraft, launch vehicles, strategic and tactical missile systems, and ground equipment. It was officially established in July 1999 as part of a Chinese government reform drive, having previously been one part of the former China Aerospace Corporation. Various incarnations of the program date back to 1956.