Orbiter · Lander · Rover · Hopper

Chang'e 7

Delayed

Chinese orbiter, lander, rover and hopping probe for the illuminated rim of Shackleton crater, postponed on the eve of launch in August 2026.

Milestones

23 Aug 2026 Delay Launch called off for this year’s window; no new date given. Press reports expect 2027. 嫦娥七号任务不满足发射条件不能在今年预定窗口实施 (23 Aug 2026)
19 Aug 2026 Probe and Long March 5 rolled out to the pad at Wenchang, launch planned within days. 嫦娥七号飞行任务器箭组合体完成垂直转运 (19 Aug 2026)