DS-U3 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-22.
The DS-U3 bus accounts for 7 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 7 have reentered. Most are built by YUZH. The largest operator on this bus is IK. The first launched in 1967, the most recent in 1976.
0
In orbit
0
Active
7
Total launched
7
Reentered
DS-U3 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged DS-U3 satellites.
| Manufacturer | YUZH |
|---|---|
| Launch mass | 285 kg |
| Dry mass | 285 kg |
| Length | 2.6 m |
| Diameter | 1.3 m |
| Span | 2.9 m |
| Shape | Ell + Pan + Ant |
Top operators
IK 4 YUZH 2 IKI 1
Top countries
SU 7
DS-U3 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTERCOSMOS 16 Interkosmos-16 | 09055 | 1976-076A | IKI | Jul 27, 1976 | 89 min, 50.5° | Reentered | ◉ |
| INTERCOSMOS 11 Interkosmos-11 | 07299 | 1974-034A | IK | May 17, 1974 | 88 min, 50.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| INTERCOSMOS 7 Interkosmos-7 | 06075 | 1972-047A | IK | Jun 30, 1972 | 88 min, 48.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| INTERCOSMOS 4 Interkosmos-4 | 04580 | 1970-084A | IK | Oct 14, 1970 | 89 min, 48.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| INTERCOSMOS 1 Interkosmos-1 | 04128 | 1969-088A | IK | Oct 14, 1969 | 88 min, 48.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 230 Kosmos-230 | 03308 | 1968-056A | YUZH | Jul 5, 1968 | 88 min, 48.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 166 Kosmos-166 | 02848 | 1967-061A | YUZH | Jun 16, 1967 | 89 min, 48.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many DS-U3 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 7 objects built on the DS-U3 bus. 0 are in orbit and 7 have reentered.
How many DS-U3 satellites are in orbit?
0 DS-U3 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the DS-U3 bus?
The DS-U3 bus is most commonly built by YUZH.
When did the first DS-U3 satellite launch?
The first cataloged DS-U3 satellite launched in 1967, and the most recent in 1976.