The Angara rocket is a family of Russian launch vehicles designed to transport payloads into space. Developed by Moscow's Khrunichev State Research and Production Space Center, it aims to replace older rockets like the Proton and Soyuz. The Angara family includes various configurations, allowing it to carry different payload sizes to various orbits. The first successful launch of the Angara 1.2 took place in 2014, marking a significant milestone for Russian space capabilities. The rocket is designed to be versatile and cost-effective, supporting both government and commercial missions, including satellite deployments and interplanetary exploration.