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Zhuque-2E Block 2 | Mass Simulator

Zhuque-2E Block 2 launched the Mass Simulator mission for LandSpace from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China on May 14, 2026 (UTC).

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Launch pad

Launch Area 96A · Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China

Zhuque-2E Block 2 | Mass Simulator

Launched May 14, 2026 12:00:00 PMSuccess

Flight direction

180° S

estimated from the target orbit · inclination 90.0°

Flight path

First-stage drop zone (rough estimate)

Drawn 400–700 km downrange along the flight direction. Official hazard areas are published as NOTAMs and navigational warnings.

About the mission

2.8 tonnes Mass Simulator launched to a 900 km polar orbit on a test flight proving further upgrades to the ZQ-2E, including a longer 1st stage and engine upgrades.

Mission description from Launch Library 2.

Launch time (your time zone)
Thu, May 14 · 12:00:00 PM
Status
Success
Launch provider
LandSpace
Rocket
Zhuque-2E Block 2
Mission type
Test Flight
Target orbit
PO
Launch pad
Launch Area 96A · Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, People's Republic of China