EMKA Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The EMKA bus accounts for 14 cataloged objects, of which 6 are in orbit and 6 are active. 7 have reentered. Most are built by VNIIEMI. The largest operator on this bus is MORF. The first launched in 2018, the most recent in 2026.
6
In orbit
6
Active
14
Total launched
7
Reentered
EMKA launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged EMKA satellites.
| Manufacturer | VNIIEMI |
|---|---|
| Purpose | ? |
| Launch mass | 520 kg |
| Dry mass | 500 kg |
| Length | 3 m |
| Diameter | 1.3 m |
| Span | 3 m |
| Shape | Cyl + 2 Pan |
| Typical orbit | 96 min period, 82° inclination |
Top operators
MORF 12 Russian Ministry of Defence 1
Top countries
RU 11 CIS 2 Russia 1
EMKA satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSMOS 2600 | 67674 | 2026-023A | MORF | Feb 5, 2026 | 91 min, 96.8° | Active | ◉ |
| OBJECT F | 63330 | 2025-026F | MORF | Feb 5, 2025 | 96 min, 82.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2583 | 62904 | 2025-026C | Russian Ministry of Defence | Feb 5, 2025 | 96 min, 82.0° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2582 Kosmos-2582 | 62903 | 2025-026B | MORF | Feb 5, 2025 | 96 min, 82.0° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2581 Kosmos-2581 | 62902 | 2025-026A | MORF | Feb 5, 2025 | 96 min, 82.0° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2575 Kosmos-2575 | 58929 | 2024-026A | MORF | Feb 9, 2024 | 91 min, 96.6° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2574 Kosmos-2574 | 58658 | 2023-209A | MORF | Dec 27, 2023 | 88 min, 96.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2568 Kosmos-2568 | 56091 | 2023-045A | MORF | Mar 29, 2023 | 88 min, 96.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2562 Kosmos-2562 | 54110 | 2022-137B | MORF | Oct 21, 2022 | 88 min, 97.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2561 Kosmos-2561 | 54109 | 2022-137A | MORF | Oct 21, 2022 | 93 min, 96.9° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2560 Kosmos-2560 | 54050 | 2022-135A | MORF | Oct 15, 2022 | 87 min, 96.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2555 Kosmos-2555 | 52330 | 2022-044A | MORF | Apr 29, 2022 | 87 min, 96.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2551 Kosmos-2551 | 49127 | 2021-081A | MORF | Sep 9, 2021 | 87 min, 96.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2525 Kosmos-2525 | 43243 | 2018-028A | MORF | Mar 29, 2018 | 87 min, 96.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many EMKA satellites are there?
The catalog lists 14 objects built on the EMKA bus. 6 are in orbit and 7 have reentered.
How many EMKA satellites are in orbit?
6 EMKA objects are currently in orbit, of which 6 carry an active status.
Who builds the EMKA bus?
The EMKA bus is most commonly built by VNIIEMI.
When did the first EMKA satellite launch?
The first cataloged EMKA satellite launched in 2018, and the most recent in 2026.