SLS is the backbone of the Artemis program, designed to launch the Orion spacecraft, taking astronauts further into space than ever before. The Architecture of Power
Standing over 200 feet tall, the massive core stage houses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen tanks, feeding four RS-25 engines—engines that previously powered the Space Shuttle fleet [NASA]. Megarakieta NASA
Two massive boosters on the sides provide 75% of the total thrust during the first two minutes of flight. SLS is the backbone of the Artemis program,
The successful launch of Artemis I proved that this megarocket is ready. As the Artemis program progresses, SLS will: designed to launch the Orion spacecraft
It is designed to lift over 27 metric tons (roughly 60,000 lbs) to the Moon, including the Orion spacecraft, crew, supplies, and heavy equipment [NASA].