
Indian Space Research Organization
Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark II (GSLV Mk II) is the largest launch vehicle developed by India, which is currently in operation. This fourth generation launch vehicle is a three stage vehicle with four liquid strap-ons. The indigenously developed cryogenic Upper Stage (CUS), which is flight proven, forms the third stage of GSLV Mk II. From January 2014, the vehicle has achieved four consecutive successes.
Height
49 m
Mass
401 t
Stages
3
Payload to GTO
2.5 t
Reusable
No
First flight
2010-04-15
Success rate
83.3%