GSLV Mk II

Built & Operated By
Indian Space Research Organization
Government · founded 1969
Family
GSLV
Maiden Flight
15 APR 2010
About
Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.
Vehicle Specifications
Height
49 m
Diameter
2.8 m
Launch Mass
401 T
Thrust
7,420 kN
Stages
3
Configuration
Expendable
Launch Record
Total Launches
13
Successful
11
Failed
2
Consecutive
5
Upcoming
5
Performance
To GTO
2,500 kg
Apogee
40,000 km