FS-1300HL Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The FS-1300HL bus accounts for 6 cataloged objects, of which 6 are in orbit and 4 are active. Most are built by LOR. The largest operator on this bus is Intelsat. The first launched in 2001, the most recent in 2002.
6
In orbit
4
Active
6
Total launched
0
Reentered
FS-1300HL launched per year
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Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged FS-1300HL satellites.
| Manufacturer | LOR |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 4723 kg |
| Dry mass | 1972 kg |
| Length | 5.6 m |
| Diameter | 2.8 m |
| Span | 31 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan + 2 Dish |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | R-4D-11-164 |
| Design life | 13 years |
| Equipment | 44 C-band transponders, 12 Ku-band transponders |
| Typical orbit | 1436 min period, 6° inclination |
Top operators
Top countries
US 5 I-INT 1
FS-1300HL satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTELSAT 906 (IS-906) INTELSAT 906 | 27513 | 2002-041A | INTELD | Sep 6, 2002 | 1436 min, 5.9° | Active | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 905 (IS-905) INTELSAT 905 | 27438 | 2002-027A | INTELD | Jun 5, 2002 | 1436 min, 6.8° | Active | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 903 (IS-903) INTELSAT 903 | 27403 | 2002-016A | INTELD | Mar 30, 2002 | 1454 min, 7.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 904 (IS-904) INTELSAT 904 | 27380 | 2002-007A | INTELD | Feb 23, 2002 | 1436 min, 7.0° | Active | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 902 (IS-902) INTELSAT 902 | 26900 | 2001-039A | INTELD | Aug 30, 2001 | 1436 min, 6.2° | Active | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 901 (IS-901) INTELSAT 901 | 26824 | 2001-024A | INTEL | Jun 9, 2001 | 1457 min, 1.3° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many FS-1300HL satellites are there?
The catalog lists 6 objects built on the FS-1300HL bus. 6 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many FS-1300HL satellites are in orbit?
6 FS-1300HL objects are currently in orbit, of which 4 carry an active status.
Who builds the FS-1300HL bus?
The FS-1300HL bus is most commonly built by LOR.
When did the first FS-1300HL satellite launch?
The first cataloged FS-1300HL satellite launched in 2001, and the most recent in 2002.