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LandSpace's Zhuque-3 Rocket Test Achieves 7,542 kN Thrust

6/22/2025

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Chinese startup LandSpace celebrated a groundbreaking achievement on June 20, successfully testing the Zhuque-3 rocket's first-stage propulsion system at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The test showcased the power of nine Tianque-12A engines, producing an impressive 7,542 kN thrust, paving the way for future vertical recovery flights and ambitious orbital launches.

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Chinese startup LandSpace celebrated a groundbreaking achievement on June 20, successfully testing the Zhuque-3 rocket's first-stage propulsion system at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center. The test showcased the power of nine Tianque-12A engines, producing an impressive 7,542 kN thrust, paving the way for future vertical recovery flights and ambitious orbital launches.