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China's Zhuque-3 reusable rocket fires engines in key test to rival SpaceX
Chinese space authorities reached a new milestone this week as they tested a reusable rocket that they hope to use to join the United States, Japan and other nations in the bid for space dominance.
China's Zhuque-3 reusable rocket passes key test to rival SpaceX
Washington DC (UPI) Oct 22, 2025 Chinese space authorities reached a new milestone this week as they tested a reusable rocket that they hope to use to join the United States, Japan and other nations in the bid for space dominance. On Monday, Chinese company LandSpace executed a static-fire test with its 217-foot-tall Zhuque-3 rocket launcher. The rocket is on the way to its inaugural test flight expected at some point
The Chinese rocket Zhuque-3 has passed a new and encouraging test for its first orbital flight. Preparations continue with a static firing test on 20 October 2025, which was immortalized in video. The last tests before the big day have begun. China is preparing its first orbital flight
China Landspace Reusable Zhuque-3 Commercial Rocket Readied for First Flight
China Landspace Reusable Zhuque-3 Commercial Rocket Readied for First FlightPreparation for the maiden flight of China's reusable rocket Zhuque-3 has entered a critical phase after the completion of joint fueling drills and static ignition tests from October 18 to 20, 2025. The successful tests also laid the groundwork for the rocket's official launch and first-stage recovery later this year.With a diameter of 4.5 meters and a total length of ar…
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