INTELSAT 3 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-21.
The INTELSAT 3 bus accounts for 7 cataloged objects, of which 6 are in orbit and 0 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by TRW. The largest operator on this bus is Intelsat. The first launched in 1968, the most recent in 1970.
6
In orbit
0
Active
7
Total launched
1
Reentered
INTELSAT 3 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged INTELSAT 3 satellites.
| Manufacturer | TRW |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 135 kg |
| Dry mass | 113 kg |
| Length | 1.5 m |
| Diameter | 1.5 m |
| Span | 1.5 m |
| Shape | Cyl |
| Power | Solar cells (body mounted), batteries |
| Propulsion | MRE-4 |
| Design life | 5 years |
| Equipment | 2 transponders |
| Typical orbit | 1408 min period, 4° inclination |
Top operators
Top countries
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INTELSAT 3 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTELSAT 3-F8 INTELSAT III F-8 | 04478 | 1970-055A | INTEL | Jul 23, 1970 | 1408 min, 5.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F7 INTELSAT III F-7 | 04376 | 1970-032A | INTEL | Apr 23, 1970 | 1436 min, 2.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F6 INTELSAT III F-6 | 04297 | 1970-003A | INTEL | Jan 15, 1970 | 1452 min, 1.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F5 INTELSAT III F-5 | 04051 | 1969-064A | INTEL | Jul 26, 1969 | 87 min, 30.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F4 INTELSAT III F-4 | 03947 | 1969-045A | INTEL | May 22, 1969 | 1599 min, 3.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F3 INTELSAT III F-3 | 03674 | 1969-011A | INTEL | Feb 6, 1969 | 1695 min, 9.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| INTELSAT 3-F2 INTELSAT III F-2 | 03623 | 1968-116A | INTEL | Dec 19, 1968 | 1597 min, 3.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many INTELSAT 3 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 7 objects built on the INTELSAT 3 bus. 6 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many INTELSAT 3 satellites are in orbit?
6 INTELSAT 3 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the INTELSAT 3 bus?
The INTELSAT 3 bus is most commonly built by TRW.
When did the first INTELSAT 3 satellite launch?
The first cataloged INTELSAT 3 satellite launched in 1968, and the most recent in 1970.