Variety originating from the former USSR, more precisely from Belarus. Named in honor of the first artificial satellite launched by the former USSR in 1957.

Fruit of 150 to 300 grams of beefsteak type, round that can be slightly flattened, the shoulders rounded and ribbed more or less depending on the size of the fruit.

Dark brown/chocolate red skin with shoulders remaining green.

Juicy and fleshy beef, multilog containing lots of gel and seeds.

Very good rich and smoky flavor typical of "black".

Vigorous plant with great development, regular foliage, indeterminate growth.

Excellent and regular harvests from mid-season until frost.

Good cold and heat tolerance.