Pallas-1 (Galactic Energy)
The Pallas-1 is a reusable, active launch vehicle manufactured by Galactic Energy (established in 2018). It undertook its inaugural launch on 09/01/2026.
Pallas-1 is a 2 stage, semi-reusable launch vehicle built by the Chinese private launch services provider Galactic Energy. Both stages are powered by the gas generator cycle rocket engine Welkin/Cangqiong 50 (CQ-50) using kerosene and liquid oxygen, with 7 engines on the 1st stage and 1 vacuum variant on the 2nd stage.
It can launch 7 tonnes to LEO and 3 tonnes to SSO when the 1st stage is recovered downrange.
Pallas-1 Specifications
| Length | 49.6 m |
|---|---|
| Diameter | 3.35 m |
| Stages | 2-3 |
| Launch Mass | 283 T |
| Takeoff Thrust | 3435 kN |
| LEO Capacity | 7000 kg |
| SSO Capacity | 3000 kg |
Pallas-1 Launch Record
| Total Launches | 1 |
|---|---|
| Successful Launches | 1 |
| Consecutive Successful Launches | 1 |
Manufacturer
Galactic Energy is a private aerospace company headquartered in Beijing, China. Established by senior engineers in 2018, Galactic Energy engages in low-cost commercial space launch business.