Kazsat Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Kazsat bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 0 are active. Most are built by KHRR. The largest operator on this bus is KS. The first launched in 2006, the most recent in 2012.
3
In orbit
0
Active
3
Total launched
0
Reentered
Kazsat launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Kazsat satellites.
| Manufacturer | KHRR |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 1140 kg |
| Dry mass | 1000 kg |
| Length | 3 m |
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Span | 7 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | 8 x SPT-70 Stationary Plasma Thrusters; K10K-engine |
| Design life | 10 years |
| Equipment | 8 C-band-transponders, 1 L-band transponder |
| Typical orbit | 116 min period, 10° inclination |
Top operators
KS 2 KAZK 1
Top countries
RU 2 KZ 1
Kazsat satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXPRESS-MD2 Ekspress MD-2 | 38745 | 2012-044B | KS | Aug 6, 2012 | 116 min, 49.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| EXPRESS-MD1 Ekspress MD-1 | 33596 | 2009-007B | KS | Feb 11, 2009 | 1453 min, 10.3° | Inactive | ◉ |
| KAZSAT-1 Kazsat | 29230 | 2006-022A | KAZK | Jun 17, 2006 | 1451 min, 11.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Kazsat satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the Kazsat bus. 3 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many Kazsat satellites are in orbit?
3 Kazsat objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the Kazsat bus?
The Kazsat bus is most commonly built by KHRR.
When did the first Kazsat satellite launch?
The first cataloged Kazsat satellite launched in 2006, and the most recent in 2012.