Bars Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Bars bus accounts for 6 cataloged objects, of which 6 are in orbit and 6 are active. Most are built by ARSLO. The largest operator on this bus is VVKOV. The first launched in 2015, the most recent in 2024.
6
In orbit
6
Active
6
Total launched
0
Reentered
Bars launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Bars satellites.
| Manufacturer | ARSLO |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Reconnaissance, optical |
| Launch mass | 3700 kg |
| Dry mass | 3500 kg |
| Length | 6 m |
| Diameter | 2.7 m |
| Span | 10 m |
| Shape | Cyl + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | AOCS |
| Design life | 5 years |
| Equipment | Karat imaging system |
| Typical orbit | 94 min period, 98° inclination |
Top operators
VVKOV 6
Top countries
RU 6
Bars satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSMOS 2579 Kosmos-2579 | 61730 | 2024-197A | VVKOV | Oct 31, 2024 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2573 Kosmos-2573 | 58614 | 2023-201A | VVKOV | Dec 21, 2023 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2567 Kosmos-2567 | 55978 | 2023-040A | VVKOV | Mar 23, 2023 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2556 Kosmos-2556 | 52713 | 2022-054A | VVKOV | May 19, 2022 | 94 min, 97.6° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2515 Kosmos-2515 | 41394 | 2016-020A | VVKOV | Mar 24, 2016 | 95 min, 98.0° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2503 Kosmos-2503 | 40420 | 2015-009A | VVKOV | Feb 27, 2015 | 96 min, 97.8° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Bars satellites are there?
The catalog lists 6 objects built on the Bars bus. 6 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many Bars satellites are in orbit?
6 Bars objects are currently in orbit, of which 6 carry an active status.
Who builds the Bars bus?
The Bars bus is most commonly built by ARSLO.
When did the first Bars satellite launch?
The first cataloged Bars satellite launched in 2015, and the most recent in 2024.