Rocket family · SpaceX
Falcon
Rockets
Overview
SpaceX's family of RP-1/LOX rockets — the retired Falcon 1, the reusable Falcon 9, and the Falcon Heavy — that made orbital-class booster reuse routine.
Vehicles in this family
| Vehicle | Country | First flight | Lift class | LEO payload | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falcon 1 | United States | 2006 | Small-lift | — | Retired |
| Falcon 9 | United States | 2010 | Medium-lift | 22,800 kg | Active |
| Falcon Heavy | United States | 2018 | Super heavy-lift | 63,800 kg | Active |
Knowledge connections
- Operated bySpaceX
- Family includesFalcon 1
- Family includesFalcon 9
- Family includesFalcon Heavy
Sources
The primary and reference sources this topic draws on.
- SpaceXSpace Exploration Technologies Corp.
Falcon 9, Falcon Heavy, Starship, and the Merlin/Raptor engines — manufacturer specifications and launch data.