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China's Long March 10 Rocket Passes Key Static Fire Test

9/14/2025

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China performed a second static fire test of the Long March 10 rocket on September 12, 2025, at the Wenchang Space Launch Center, lasting 320 seconds with seven engines ignited.
This follows a successful initial test on August 15, which set a domestic engine thrust record.
Designed for manned lunar missions, the Long March 10 is expected to launch by 2027, standing 92.5 meters tall and weighing 2,189 metric tons.
The Long March 10A variant will have a reusable first stage for Tiangong space station missions.
Experts consider these tests vital for engine reliability and mission success.

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China performed a second static fire test of the Long March 10 rocket on September 12, 2025, at the Wenchang Space Launch Center, lasting 320 seconds with seven engines ignited.
This follows a successful initial test on August 15, which set a domestic engine thrust record.
Designed for manned lunar missions, the Long March 10 is expected to launch by 2027, standing 92.5 meters tall and weighing 2,189 metric tons.
The Long March 10A variant will have a reusable first stage for Tiangong space station missions.
Experts consider these tests vital for engine reliability and mission success.