China test-fires 5 new rocket engines in a single day. But what are they for? (video)

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China's state-owned main space contractor tested five different rocket engines on one day last week in preparation for future missions and projects.

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[Jim Franklin]

China's state-owned main space contractor tested five different rocket engines on one day last week in preparation for future missions and projects.

China test-fires 5 new rocket engines in a single day. But what are they for? (video) : Read more

I would suggest these engines are for the their upcoming attempts at the Moon, Mars and there are suggestions of a lander for Venus. The existing rocket motors they use are not up to this in an efficien way.