SARGE
Profile data last updated: 2026-08-15T20:08:04.839063+00:00 | 7531-09-01
The SARGE vehicle is based on the STIG B platform developed as part of Armadillo Aerospace's lunar lander program. The SARGE vehicle employs a LOX-ethanol propulsion module based on the LE23000FC series engines, producing approximately 5500 lbs of thrust. The airframe is a reusable sounding rocket with a 20 inches (51 cm) diameter, and is 36 feet (11 m) tall. Helium pressurant cold gas thrusters provide attitude control for pitch-roll-yaw and pointing capability. Payload must fit inside a 20 inches (51 cm) diameter cylinder, be no more than 36 inches (91 cm) tall (in its standard configuration) and weigh no more than 50 kilograms (110 lb).
Specifications
Payload Capacity
No payload capacity figures published for this configuration.
Lifetime Launch Record
As reported by Launch Library 2 across this rocket's entire history, not just the launches tracked on this site.
Launches Tracked on This Site
| Mission | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| SARGE | Launch 4 | Oct 26, 2019 17:40 UTC | Failure |
| SARGE | Launch 3 | Jun 29, 2019 18:00 UTC | Partial Failure |
| SARGE | Launch 2 - "Mission 1" | Mar 02, 2019 16:45 UTC | Partial Failure |
| SARGE | Launch 1 - "Pathfinder" | Aug 25, 2018 18:15 UTC | Partial Failure |