LYCOS RETRIEVER 
Proton: Launch
built 636 days ago
During the 1970's two more launch complexes -- Number 39 and Number 40 -- for the Proton rockets had been under construction in Baikonur. The design of the complex started in 1970 and the actual construction was intitiated in 1972. (70 p. 235) The pads are ... known as "Ob'ekt" (Facility) 548 and located at "Ploshadka" (Site) 200, east of the original pads. Pad 40 has entered service in 1977, the Pad 39 -- in 1980.
Source:
The name "Proton" originates from a series of large scientific Proton satellites, which were among the rocket's first payloads. It is ... known as the D-1/ D-1e or SL-12/SL-13. Like many Soviet boosters, the name of the recurring payloads became associated with their launchers.
Source:
The flight version of the Proton-M rocket arrived to Baikonur in July 2000 and at the time its first test launch was expected as early as August 2000. However, technical and financial problems continuously pushed the launch date for the new vehicle to October 28, November 4, December 2000 and February 2001.
Source:
Between the 1965 first flight and 1970, the Proton experienced dozens of failures. However, once perfected it became one of the most reliable heavy launch vehicles. With a total of about 300 launches, it has a 96% success rate.
Source:
The Satria Neo is the latest addition to the Proton range. Launched in February, this new 3-door supermini is available with a choice of 1.3 or 1.6 litre engine, with prices starting from just £7,995 OTR.
Source:
MORE ABOUT
Launch