BCP-300 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The BCP-300 bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 3 have reentered. Most are built by BALL. The largest operator on this bus is DARPA2. The first launched in 2000, the most recent in 2009.
0
In orbit
0
Active
3
Total launched
3
Reentered
BCP-300 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged BCP-300 satellites.
| Manufacturer | BALL |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Astronomy, Infrared |
| Launch mass | 224 kg |
| Dry mass | 224 kg |
| Length | 1.5 m |
| Diameter | 1 m |
| Span | 1.5 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | ? |
| Design life | 10 months (planned), 14.6 years (reached) |
| Equipment | Multiband imager, HXRS (S97-4) |
Top operators
Top countries
US 3
BCP-300 satellites
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Frequently asked questions
How many BCP-300 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the BCP-300 bus. 0 are in orbit and 3 have reentered.
How many BCP-300 satellites are in orbit?
0 BCP-300 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the BCP-300 bus?
The BCP-300 bus is most commonly built by BALL.
When did the first BCP-300 satellite launch?
The first cataloged BCP-300 satellite launched in 2000, and the most recent in 2009.