The brief

Analyst view

• Lunar Outpost won one of two NASA awards in May 2026 to build the Pegasus Lunar Terrain Vehicle.
• The $220 million contract targets rover deployment by 2028 ahead of Artemis IV crewed landing.
• The Pegasus LTV carries two astronauts across the lunar surface, capable of traveling hundreds of kilometers.

Technical approach

As reported

Pressurized Cabin

Shielded environment for astronauts

The Pegasus LTV features a pressurized cabin to protect crew from lunar radiation and extreme temperatures during extended surface missions.

Extended Range

Distance capability across lunar terrain

Designed to travel hundreds of kilometers from the landing site, enabling scientific exploration of distant lunar regions including the south pole.

Dual-Mode Operations

Crewed and autonomous capability

The vehicle can operate with astronaut crews or autonomously for cargo transport and reconnaissance missions.