SLS

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SLS launch for Artemis 1 (16 November 2022)

The 5 variants of SLS

The Space Launch System (SLS) is a rocket which is based on the American heavy expendable launch vehicle SLS. It was previously based on the Ares IV and V rockets that were supposed to launch the Orion Crew Exploration Vehicle.

The SLS is comprised of:

• SLS Core Stage

• SLS Solid Boosters

• SLS Payload Adapter
• Delta IV 2nd Stage
• Orion Service Module
• Orion Crew Capsule
• Orion Escape Tower

• Original black and white paint scheme (cancelled)
• Currently planned orange and black paint scheme

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Trivia

• Parts are unlocked in the Sandbox after Mission 22 is completed.
• The Artemis 1 mission in real life is the first launch of the SLS.
• The Exploration Upper Stage is a large 2nd stage in real life, but has not been added to the game.
• The SLS prior to 1.5.0 was the white variant of the SLS.