🚀Launchpad

Soyuz 2.1a

Progress Rocket Space Center

Manufacturer
Progress Rocket Space Center
Family
Soyuz, Soyuz 2
Maiden flight
2004-11-04
Length
46.3 m
Diameter
2.95 m
Payload to LEO
7,020 kg
Payload to GTO
2,810 kg
Launches
57
Successful
56

The Soyuz 2.1A converted the flight control system from analog to digital, which allowed launch from fixed platforms. It also allowed big fairings and payloads. It is currently used for crewed Soyuz and Progress flights to the ISS.