Luna 26
Luna 26 (Luna-Resurs-Orbiter or Luna-Resurs O) is a planned lunar polar orbiter, part of the Luna-Glob program, by Roscosmos. In addition to its scientific role, the Luna 26 orbiter would also function as a telecomm relay between Earth and Russian landed assets. This mission was announced in November 2014, and its launch is planned for 2027 on a Soyuz-2.1b launch vehicle.
Maquette of Luna-26 Moon orbiter | |
| Names | Luna-Resurs-Orbiter Luna-Resurs O |
|---|---|
| Mission type | Lunar reconnaissance |
| Operator | Roscosmos |
| Spacecraft properties | |
| Spacecraft type | Luna |
| Launch mass | 2,100 kg (4,600 lb) |
| Start of mission | |
| Launch date | 2027 (planned) |
| Rocket | Soyuz-2.1b / Fregat |
| Launch site | Vostochny Site 1S |
| Contractor | Roscosmos |
| Orbital parameters | |
| Reference system | Selenocentric orbit |
| Regime | Polar orbit |
| Periselene altitude | 80 km |
| Aposelene altitude | 50 km |
| Moon orbiter | |
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