Indian Space Research Organization

Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (GSLV Mk III)

Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (GSLV Mk III)
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Overview

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The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3), previously called Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk III), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). It is designed to launch satellites into geostationary orbit, and is intended as a launch vehicle for crewed missions under the Indian Human Spaceflight Programme.

Manufacturer

Indian Space Research Organization

Variant

N/A

Alias

N/A

Maiden Flight

December 18, 2014

Technical Specifications

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43.4 m

Length

4 m

Diameter

1 t

Launch Mass

11898 kN

Liftoff Thrust

10000 kg

LEO Capacity

5000 kg

GTO Capacity

Launch Record

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9

Total Launches

9

Successful

0

Failed

100.0%

Success Rate

0

Attempted Landings

0

Successful Landings

0

Failed Landings

0

Consecutive Successes

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