Fram Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Fram bus accounts for 26 cataloged objects, of which 0 are in orbit and 0 are active. 26 have reentered. Most are built by TSSKB. The largest operator on this bus is PRIR. The first launched in 1975, the most recent in 1985.
0
In orbit
0
Active
26
Total launched
26
Reentered
Fram launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Fram satellites.
| Manufacturer | TSSKB |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Reconnaissance, photo (film return type) |
| Launch mass | 2455 kg |
| Dry mass | 2455 kg |
| Length | 6 m |
| Diameter | 2.2 m |
| Span | 6 m |
| Shape | Sphere + DCone |
| Power | Batteries |
| Propulsion | 11D82M; S5.120 (maneuver module) |
| Equipment | Priroda-3 |
Top operators
PRIR 26
Top countries
SU 26
Fram satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSMOS 1681 Kosmos-1681 | 16018 | 1985-080A | PRIR | Sep 6, 1985 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1597 Kosmos-1597 | 15287 | 1984-099A | PRIR | Sep 13, 1984 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1557 Kosmos-1557 | 14982 | 1984-048A | PRIR | May 22, 1984 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1495 Kosmos-1495 | 14320 | 1983-092A | PRIR | Sep 3, 1983 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1458 Kosmos-1458 | 14044 | 1983-040A | PRIR | Apr 28, 1983 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1406 Kosmos-1406 | 13519 | 1982-089A | PRIR | Sep 8, 1982 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1387 Kosmos-1387 | 13365 | 1982-071A | PRIR | Jul 13, 1982 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1353 Kosmos-1353 | 13146 | 1982-036A | PRIR | Apr 23, 1982 | 89 min, 82.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1314 Kosmos-1314 | 12895 | 1981-101A | PRIR | Oct 9, 1981 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1276 Kosmos-1276 | 12517 | 1981-055A | PRIR | Jun 16, 1981 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1273 Kosmos-1273 | 12469 | 1981-048A | PRIR | May 22, 1981 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1212 Kosmos-1212 | 11985 | 1980-078A | PRIR | Sep 26, 1980 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1207 Kosmos-1207 | 11938 | 1980-070A | PRIR | Aug 22, 1980 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1201 Kosmos-1201 | 11894 | 1980-061A | PRIR | Jul 15, 1980 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1182 Kosmos-1182 | 11808 | 1980-040A | PRIR | May 23, 1980 | 89 min, 82.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1123 Kosmos-1123 | 11496 | 1979-076A | PRIR | Aug 21, 1979 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1115 Kosmos-1115 | 11451 | 1979-066A | PRIR | Jul 13, 1979 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1108 Kosmos-1108 | 11413 | 1979-056A | PRIR | Jun 22, 1979 | 89 min, 81.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1105 Kosmos-1105 | 11394 | 1979-052A | PRIR | Jun 8, 1979 | 89 min, 81.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1099 Kosmos-1099 | 11360 | 1979-041A | PRIR | May 17, 1979 | 89 min, 81.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1033 Kosmos-1033 | 11039 | 1978-089A | PRIR | Oct 3, 1978 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 1010 Kosmos-1010 | 10915 | 1978-052A | PRIR | May 23, 1978 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 948 Kosmos-948 | 10319 | 1977-083A | PRIR | Sep 2, 1977 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 912 Kosmos-912 | 10021 | 1977-040A | PRIR | May 26, 1977 | 89 min, 81.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 820 Kosmos-820 | 08856 | 1976-046A | PRIR | May 21, 1976 | 89 min, 81.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 771 Kosmos-771 | 08327 | 1975-090A | PRIR | Sep 25, 1975 | 89 min, 81.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Fram satellites are there?
The catalog lists 26 objects built on the Fram bus. 0 are in orbit and 26 have reentered.
How many Fram satellites are in orbit?
0 Fram objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the Fram bus?
The Fram bus is most commonly built by TSSKB.
When did the first Fram satellite launch?
The first cataloged Fram satellite launched in 1975, and the most recent in 1985.