description Luna 25 Overview
Luna 25 was a Russian lunar lander launched by Roscosmos from the Vostochny Cosmodrome on 10 August 2023, Russia's first lunar mission since Luna 24 in 1976. It was designed to land near the Moon's south pole and study the polar surface and regolith. On 19 August 2023 the spacecraft crashed into the lunar surface after a failed pre-landing maneuver, ending the mission shortly before its planned touchdown.
help Luna 25 FAQ
What was Luna 25?
Luna 25 was a Russian lunar lander developed by Roscosmos to study the Moon's south-polar region and surface regolith. It launched from the Vostochny Cosmodrome on 10 August 2023.
Why was Luna 25 important to Russia?
Luna 25 was Russia's first lunar mission since Luna 24 in 1976. It was intended to renew Russia's independent lunar exploration program after a gap of nearly five decades.
Where was Luna 25 supposed to land?
The spacecraft was designed to land near the Moon's south pole, an area of interest because permanently shadowed regions may contain water ice. Its planned science included examining the polar soil and surface environment.
What happened to Luna 25?
Luna 25 lost control during its approach and crashed onto the Moon in August 2023. The failure ended the mission before it could carry out its planned landing and surface measurements.
explore Explore More
Reviews & Comments
Write a Review
Be the first to review
Share your thoughts with the community and help others make better decisions.
