Long March 8

Manufacturer: China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Maiden flight: 22 December 2020 · Wikipedia (opens in new tab)

Long March 8 (Chinese: 长征八号运载火箭) is an orbital launch vehicle developed by the China Academy of Launch Vehicle Technology to launch up to 5000 kg to a 700 km altitude Sun-synchronous orbit (SSO). The rocket is based on the Long March 7 with its first stage and 2 out of its 4 boosters, along with the existing liquid hydrogen burning 3rd stage of the Long March 3A/3B/3C and 7A as its 2nd stage. A "Core Only" version omitting the boosters is also available.

Recent launches

Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #12

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

5 June 2026Save Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #12☆

Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #9

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

17 May 2026Save Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #9☆

Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #7

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

7 April 2026Save Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #7☆

Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #5

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

11 March 2025Save Long March 8 | SpaceSail Polar Group #5☆

Long March 8 | Queqiao-2

China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation · Wenchang Space Launch Site, People's Republic of China

20 March 2024Save Long March 8 | Queqiao-2☆