Russia First 2025 Launch Wraps Soyuz-2.1v Light Rocket Ops
The Soyuz-2.1v being transported in Plesetsk. The large nozzle in the center of the core stage is NK-33A, surrounded by four smaller RD-0110R vector control engines.
Credit: Russian Defense Ministry
Russia's first space launch in 2025 also marked the final mission of its Soyuz-2.1v light launcher, with the country effectively running out of its supply of motors for the rocket type. The Soyuz-2.1v is a derivative of Russia’s workhorse Soyuz-2.1, but without the four strap-on boosters. It also...
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