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Proton 17S40

Stage · Russia

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LOx/Kerosene propellant rocket stage. Also known as Block DM-5. Commercial version is Block DM2, with Iridium dispenser, designed for insertion of multiple LM 700 (Iridium) spacecraft into medium earth orbit. With guidance unit, modification of 11S861 stage for heavier payloads and with different payload adapter.

Cost $ : 4.000 million.

Country
Russia
Engines
RD-58M, 11D79
Launch Vehicles
Proton-K/17S40 DM2
Propellants
Lox/Kerosene