The fuel tank and engine are, I think, fairly self-explanatory.

However, most engines will indicate their classification somewhere in their name.

During flight, you activate the next stage of your rocket by pressing the green “Go” button.

A Kerbal pilot enthusiastically aims their ship away from a receding earthlike planet in Kerbal Space Program 2.

We’ve got some advice on where to start in ourKerbal Space Program 2 tips and tricks guide.

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The VAB in Kerbal Space Program 2, with a ready-to-fly engineer’s report displayed.

The VAB in Kerbal Space Program 2, with the engine picker open on the left side of the build screen and a rather pessimistic flight plan projection on the right.