Qased (rocket)
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The Qased rocket is an Iranian expendable small-lift orbital space launch vehicle. It made its maiden flight in 2020, lofting Iran's first military satellite named Noor into orbit.
Qased (rocket)
Qased during preparations on the launch pad
Qased lifting off
Small-lift launch vehicle
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A small-lift launch vehicle is a rocket orbital launch vehicle that is capable of lifting 2,000 kg (4,400 lb) or less or under 5,000 kilograms (11,000 lb) of payload into low Earth orbit (LEO). The next larger category consists of medium-lift launch vehicles.
Image: Scout launch vehicle
Image: Cosmos 3M