Space HubChandrayaan-3
Chandrayaan-3 was India's highly successful third lunar exploration mission. It made India the first nation to soft-land a spacecraft near the rugged lunar South Pole, and the fourth nation overall to successfully land on the Moon.
Quick answer
Chandrayaan-3 is a scientific spacecraft, launched on 14 July 2023 aboard LVM-3 (orbit: Lunar Orbit & South Pole Lander). ISRO is listed as its manufacturer and operator. Status: active.
Chandrayaan-3: key facts
| Mission type | Scientific |
|---|---|
| Status | Active |
| Launch date | 14 July 2023 |
| Launch vehicle | LVM-3 |
| Orbit | Lunar Orbit & South Pole Lander |
| Mass | 3,900 kg |
| Manufacturer / operator | ISRO |
| Launch mission | Chandrayaan-4 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Chandrayaan-3?
Chandrayaan-3 is a scientific spacecraft, launched on 14 July 2023 aboard LVM-3 (orbit: Lunar Orbit & South Pole Lander). ISRO is listed as its manufacturer and operator. Status: active.
When was Chandrayaan-3 launched?
Chandrayaan-3 was launched on 14 July 2023.
Which rocket launched Chandrayaan-3?
Chandrayaan-3 was launched on LVM-3.
What orbit is Chandrayaan-3 in?
Its orbit is listed as Lunar Orbit & South Pole Lander.
How heavy is Chandrayaan-3?
Chandrayaan-3 has a listed mass of 3,900 kg.
Who built or operates Chandrayaan-3?
ISRO is listed as the manufacturer and operator.
What is the status of Chandrayaan-3?
According to Indian Space Hub's records, its status is "active".
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