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To achieve orbit in Kerbal Space Program, launch vertically, then begin a “gravity turn” eastward (90° heading) at 100 m/s, reaching 45° pitch by 10–15 km altitude. Keep pushing toward the horizon (0° pitch) as you ascend to 70 km, then burn Prograde (orbital velocity
≈
2300
m/s
≈
2
3
0
0
m
/
s
) to raise your periapsis above 70 km.
This video shows the steps for achieving an orbit in KSP:
34s
The Modish Gamer
YouTube • May 21, 2022
Key Steps to Orbit
Preparation: Ensure your rocket has a Thrust-to-Weight Ratio (TWR) of at least 1.3 to 1.5, and roughly
3400
—
4500
m/s
3
4
0
0
–
–
4
5
0
0
m
/
s
of
Δ
v
Δ
𝑣
(delta-v).
Liftoff: Activate SAS (T key) and full throttle (Z key).
The Turn (Gravity Turn): When you reach 50–100 m/s, tilt your rocket 5–10 degrees towards the East (
90
∘
9
0
∘
on the navball).
Ascent: Continue to lean east gradually. Aim to be at a 45-degree angle by 10–15 km altitude, and nearly horizontal (0° pitch) by 40–50 km.
Map Check: Press ‘M’ to check your map view. Watch your Apoapsis (Ap – highest point).
Circularization: When your Ap reaches >70 km, stop engines. Coast to Ap. At Ap, burn Prograde (forward) until your Periapsis (Pe – lowest point) is also above 70 km.
Essential Tips
Why East? Launching east (
90
∘
9
0
∘
on the navball) takes advantage of Kerbin’s rotation, providing a free speed boost.
Atmosphere: Kerbin’s atmosphere ends at 70,000 meters (
70
km
7
0
k
m
). You must be above this to maintain a stable orbit.
Troubleshooting: If you cannot reach orbit, add more fuel tanks or reduce payload weight.
ELI5: How do I orbit in career mode? : r/KerbalSpaceProgram
Jan 21, 2014 — There’s lots of ways to get into orbit, but this is considered the most basic: * Fly your ship straight up until you reach 10,000 …
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How to reach orbit. For beginners. – Kerbal Space Program Forums
Aug 2, 2018 — You have a working, flying rocket. You have to get jeb to orbit. Assuming you have more than enough fuels, this guide is for you. …
Kerbal Space Program Forums
Getting into orbit : r/KerbalSpaceProgram – Reddit
Mar 24, 2022 — A key to getting into orbit is speed. Low kerbin orbit requires the craft to be traveling about 2300 m/s. As you ascend, you need …
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