Bélier (rocket)

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Bélier is the designation of a French sounding rocket family. Three versions of the Bélier were launched between 1961 and 1970 at the CIEES launch facility at Hammaguir, the Salto di Quirra and Ile du Levant missile ranges, and Kourou Space Center. After its retirement, the Bélier was used as a stage for a family of solid-propellant rockets, including the Centaure, the Dragon, the Dauphin and the Éridan.

Versions

Belier I

The first Belier single stage rocket, powered by a Jericho motor.

Belier II

Upgraded Belier single stage rocket, using 'Plastolite' propellant.

Belier III

Upgraded Belier single stage rocket, powered by a Vega motor using 'Isolane' propellant. Belier III launches:

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