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Chandrayaan2

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India's highly ambitious second lunar mission. It consisted of an advanced Orbiter (which continues to return pristine scientific data), the Vikram lander, and the Pragyan rover.

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Chandrayaan2 is a scientific spacecraft, launched on 22 July 2019 aboard GSLV Mk III-M1 (orbit: Lunar Orbit). ISRO is listed as its manufacturer and operator. Status: active.

Chandrayaan2: key facts

Chandrayaan2: key facts
Mission typeScientific
StatusActive
Launch date22 July 2019
Launch vehicleGSLV Mk III-M1
OrbitLunar Orbit
Mass3,850 kg
Manufacturer / operatorISRO

Frequently asked questions

What is Chandrayaan2?

Chandrayaan2 is a scientific spacecraft, launched on 22 July 2019 aboard GSLV Mk III-M1 (orbit: Lunar Orbit). ISRO is listed as its manufacturer and operator. Status: active.

When was Chandrayaan2 launched?

Chandrayaan2 was launched on 22 July 2019.

Which rocket launched Chandrayaan2?

Chandrayaan2 was launched on GSLV Mk III-M1.

What orbit is Chandrayaan2 in?

Its orbit is listed as Lunar Orbit.

How heavy is Chandrayaan2?

Chandrayaan2 has a listed mass of 3,850 kg.

Who built or operates Chandrayaan2?

ISRO is listed as the manufacturer and operator.

What is the status of Chandrayaan2?

According to Indian Space Hub's records, its status is "active".

Chandrayaan2, scientific spacecraft

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