Rocket Lab's Neutron Rocket is a medium-lift launch vehicle designed to carry payloads of up to 8,000 kg to low Earth orbit. It is currently in development and is expected to have its first launch in 2024.
The Neutron Rocket will be the first launch vehicle developed by Rocket Lab that is capable of carrying larger payloads. It will also be powered by Rocket Lab's new engine, the Neutron Engine, which uses liquid oxygen and methane propellants.
The Neutron Rocket will stand at 40 meters tall, making it slightly taller than Rocket Lab's current launch vehicle, the Electron Rocket, which stands at 18 meters tall.
The cost of launching a payload on the Neutron Rocket has not yet been announced. However, Rocket Lab has stated that it will be significantly lower than the cost of other medium-lift launch vehicles currently on the market.
The Neutron Rocket will be able to carry a wide range of payloads, including satellites, cargo for the International Space Station, and even future crewed missions. Its larger payload capacity will also allow for the launch of multiple payloads on a single mission, making it more cost-effective for customers.