SLS Block 1B | Artemis VII

Space Launch System Block 1B

The Space Launch System (SLS) is an American Space Shuttle-derived heavy expendable launch vehicle. It is part of NASA's deep space exploration plans including as the main launch vehicle of the Artemis program. SLS follows the cancellation of the Constellation program, and is to replace the retired Space Shuttle.

Length

111 m

Diameter

8.4 m

Launch Mass

2,948 t

LEO Capacity

105,000 kg

Launch Complex 39B