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Astra - Rocket 4

Launcher name	Rocket 4
Rocket status	Development
First launch	2024
Launch delay	First announced launch: 2022
Launch cost	$5M
Cost per kg	10000 $/kg
Performance	500 kg
Propellant type	Kerosene
Reusability	Not planned
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Entity name	Astra Space
Oneliner	Astra’s mission is to Improve Life on Earth from Space® by creating a healthier and more connected planet.
Notes	Original Rocket 4 May 2022 was planned to be able to place up to 300 kilograms into low Earth orbit and 200 kilograms into sun-synchronous orbit at a “base price” of $3.95 million.
Funding	N/A
Nation	US
Founded	2016
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Related project	Astra - Rocket 3

Last modified: 2023-09-16

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