BW3 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The BW3 bus accounts for 6 cataloged objects, of which 6 are in orbit and 5 are active. Most are built by ASTS. The largest operator on this bus is ASTS. The first launched in 2022, the most recent in 2024.
6
In orbit
5
Active
6
Total launched
0
Reentered
BW3 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged BW3 satellites.
| Manufacturer | ASTS |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communications, technology |
| Launch mass | 1500 kg |
| Dry mass | 1500 kg |
| Length | 1 m |
| Diameter | 1 m |
| Span | 9 m |
| Shape | Box + plate |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Typical orbit | 95 min period, 53° inclination |
Top operators
ASTS 6
Top countries
US 6
BW3 satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPACEMOBILE-004 SpaceMobile-004 | 61049 | 2024-163E | ASTS | Sep 12, 2024 | 95 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SPACEMOBILE-002 SpaceMobile-002 | 61048 | 2024-163D | ASTS | Sep 12, 2024 | 95 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SPACEMOBILE-001 SpaceMobile-001 | 61047 | 2024-163C | ASTS | Sep 12, 2024 | 95 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SPACEMOBILE-005 SpaceMobile-005 | 61046 | 2024-163B | ASTS | Sep 12, 2024 | 95 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| SPACEMOBILE-003 SpaceMobile-003 | 61045 | 2024-163A | ASTS | Sep 12, 2024 | 95 min, 53.0° | Active | ◉ |
| BLUEWALKER-3 BlueWalker 3 | 53807 | 2022-111AL | ASTS | Sep 11, 2022 | 94 min, 53.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many BW3 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 6 objects built on the BW3 bus. 6 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many BW3 satellites are in orbit?
6 BW3 objects are currently in orbit, of which 5 carry an active status.
Who builds the BW3 bus?
The BW3 bus is most commonly built by ASTS.
When did the first BW3 satellite launch?
The first cataloged BW3 satellite launched in 2022, and the most recent in 2024.