DELTA 2 R/B(1) (32713)

COSPAR: 2008-012C | Alt Name: Delta 332

DECAYED

Image

Additional Sources

Launch Details

Launch Date

March 15, 2008

Launch Site

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

Launch Pad

SLC17A

Launch Vehicle

Delta 7925-9.5

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

32713

International Designator

2008-012C

Decay Date

9/8/2008

Basic Satellite Info

Name

DELTA 2 R/B(1)

Alternative Name

Delta 332

Type

Rocket Body

Status

Space Junk

Owner

BOHB

Country

United States

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

A rocket body, also commonly referred to as an upper stage or spent rocket stage, is the structural shell left behind after a rocket has delivered its payload to orbit. These large and often heavy pieces of space hardware can remain in orbit for years, posing significant collision hazards as part of the growing space debris problem. If left uncontrolled, rocket bodies have the potential to reenter Earth's atmosphere unpredictably, which can lead to falling debris in populated areas. Additionally, they risk colliding with operational satellites or the International Space Station, creating more debris and putting human life at risk.

Physical Characteristics

Length

Diameter

2.4

Span

Dry Mass

924

Launch Mass

1500

Shape

Cyl + Cone

Radar Cross Section

6.697

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Delta SSPS AJ-10-118K

Purpose

Unknown

Mission

Unknown

Manufacturer

BOPBL

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Delta/0020

Configuration

Unknown

Motor

Unknown

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Unknown

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

Satellite Articles

View All Posts »

Learn more about satellites and other related topics.

Pentagon Orders 30,000 One-Way Drones; Sierra Space Raises $550M | KeepTrack Space Brief

Pentagon to order 30,000 attritable drones within days via Gauntlet competition. Meanwhile, Sierra Space closes $550M Series C funding round for national security spaceplane applications.

Space Brief 13 Aug 2025

Today's Space Brief covers the inaugural national security mission of ULA's Vulcan Centaur, the Space Force's 2026 budget insights, and shifts in military drone technology.

Starship V3 Targets May 19 on New Pad 2 | KeepTrack X Report

SpaceX targets May 19 for Starship V3's debut from Launch Pad 2, while the FCC approves a $2.4B EchoStar spectrum deal for Starlink.

Space Brief 14 Jan 2025

Today's brief focuses on Blue Origin's scrubbed New Glenn launch, SpaceX's reusability milestone, and a warning from the US Air Force about China's advancements in space capabilities. We're also highlighting a key satellite in orbit.

X Report 7 Feb 2025

DIU explores SpaceX Starship's in-space refueling; Investors advise startups against competing or emulating SpaceX.

Crew-11 Medical Evacuation Set for January 14, Starlink Mission Succeeds | KeepTrack X Report

NASA confirms first-ever ISS medical evacuation for January 14 via Crew Dragon. SpaceX launches 29 Starlink satellites in third mission of 2026. Artemis 2 moon mission timeline unaffected.

Space Brief 3 Nov 2025

Highlighting India's significant military satellite launch, real-time satellite tracking developments in Europe, SpaceX's new rideshare mission, and more space industry news.

Space Brief 24 Mar 2025

Historic launches mark a transformative week in aerospace, with major milestones achieved by Isar Aerospace, SpaceX, and Botswana's entry into space. Significant advancements in reusability and European capabilities highlight key developments.