Russia successfully launched a new generation heavy-lift rocket for the first time

Today, Russia successfully test-launched the new generation heavy rocket Angara-A5 from the launch pad at the Plesetsk space center in the north of the country.

According to the Russian Defense Ministry, after 12 minutes of leaving the ground, a simulated two-ton cargo compartment separated from the third stage of the rocket and was carried into a predetermined orbit by the upper part of the Briz-M booster system.

Angara-A5 missile (photo: RT)

The Angara-A5 rocket is not designed for manned use. It can carry a payload of up to 24.5 tonnes and could replace the Proton satellite carrier rocket.

Russia has high hopes for the Angara rocket. After several tests, Russia plans to launch all types of space vehicles from its territory to ensure its access to space.

The Angara rocket is one of the priority projects of the country's space industry. The Angara rocket will be used to launch space equipment such as satellites and spacecraft into orbit.

According to VOV