Mars-1

Mars-1 launched on 1 November 1962, 16:14 UTC on a Molniya 8K78 from NIIP-5. The recorded outcome is Success. Payloads: 2MV-4 No. 2. COSPAR launch designator: 1962-061.

NameMars-1
Launch time (UTC)1 November 1962, 16:14 UTC
VehicleMolniya 8K78
Launch siteNIIP-5
CompanyRVSN
OutcomeSuccess
Payloads2MV-4 No. 2
OrbitUnknown
COSPAR1962-061

Questions

When did Mars-1 launch?
Mars-1 launched on 1 November 1962, 16:14 UTC.
What rocket launched Mars-1?
Mars-1 launched on a Molniya 8K78.
Where did Mars-1 launch from?
Mars-1 launched from NIIP-5.
What was the outcome of Mars-1?
The recorded outcome is Success.

Sources: Jonathan's Space Report (GCAT), CC-BY; CelesTrak; Launch Library 2.

Last updated: 2026-10-20 UTC.