How SpaceX's monster Mars rocket compares to the most powerful rockets in the world

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December 7, 2017 3:52 PM

The world is about to see the most powerful rockets of all time roar to life. Here's how SpaceX, Blue Origin, and NASA's newest rockets compare.

The Falcon Heavy will be the first rocket since Saturn V capable of sending humans to the Moon, though it won’t be quite as powerful. Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket will compete with SpaceX for commercial satellite launches.

But the real monsters of the group are NASA’s Space Launch System and SpaceX’s Big Falcon Rocket. Both will out power the Saturn V and are designed to eventually launch humans to Mars.

Now, let’s check out the true test of a rocket’s power — its thrust.

Saturn V - 7.6 million pounds (42 Boeing 747s)Falcon Heavy - 5.1 million pounds (28 Boeing 747s)SLS - 9.2 million pounds (51 Boeings)BFR - 11.8 million pounds (66 Boeings)New Glenn - 3.85 million pounds (21 Boeings)

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