Chang'e 7
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Chang'e 7 (Chinese: 嫦娥七号; pinyin: Cháng'é qīhào) is a planned robotic Chinese lunar exploration mission expected to be launched in 2026 to target the lunar south pole. Like its predecessors, the spacecraft is named after the Chinese moon goddess Chang'e. The mission will include an orbiter, a lander, a mini-hopping probe, and a rover.[5]
Quick Facts Mission type, Operator ...
Mission type | Orbiter, Lander, lunar rover, hoping probe[1] |
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Operator | CNSA |
Mission duration | 8 years (planned)[2] |
Spacecraft properties | |
Manufacturer | CAST |
Launch mass | 8,200 kg (18,100 lb)[2] |
Start of mission | |
Launch date | 2026 (planned)[3] |
Rocket | Long March 5 |
Launch site | Wenchang |
Moon lander | |
Landing site | Peak near the southeast ridge of Shackleton crater 88.8°S 123.4°E / -88.8; 123.4[4] |
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