PSLV XL Vehicle Overview
A complete overview of the PSLV XL launch vehicle, including launch stats, vehicle info and launch locations.
Basic Info
Name
PSLV XL
Family
PSLV
Manufacturer
First Launch
22 Oct 2008
Successful Launches
24
Failed Launches
1
Rocket Info
Status
Active
Stages
4
Length
44 m
Diameter
2.8 m
Launch Mass
320 tons
Reusability
Not Reusable
PSLV-XL is the upgraded version of Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle in its standard configuration boosted by more powerful, stretched strap-on boosters with 12 tonne propellant load. Weighing 320t at lift-off, the vehicle uses larger strap-on motors (PSOM-XL or S12) to achieve higher payload capability. On 29 December 2005, ISRO successfully tested the improved version of strap-on booster for the PSLV. The first use of PSLV-XL was the launch of Chandrayaan-1 by PSLV C11. The payload capability for this variant is 1,800 kg to SSO.
Launch Sites used by PSLV XL
Satish Dhawan Space Centre
India's primary spaceport, launching lunar, Mars missions, and satellites, located in Andhra Pradesh.