Molniya-1T Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Molniya-1T bus accounts for 16 cataloged objects, of which 7 are in orbit and 0 are active. 9 have reentered. Most are built by NPOPM. The largest operator on this bus is VKS. The first launched in 1990, the most recent in 2004.
7
In orbit
0
Active
16
Total launched
9
Reentered
Molniya-1T launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Molniya-1T satellites.
| Manufacturer | NPOPM |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 1670 kg |
| Dry mass | 1620 kg |
| Length | 4.4 m |
| Diameter | 1.4 m |
| Span | 8.6 m |
| Shape | Cyl + 6 Pan |
| Power | 6 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | KDU-414A (S5.114) |
| Design life | 3 years |
| Typical orbit | 254 min period, 65° inclination |
Top operators
VKS 5 UNKSR 3 KVR 2 UNKS 2 VKSR 2 VVS 1 VVSR 1
Top countries
RU 11 SU 5
Molniya-1T satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOLNIYA 1-93 Molniya-1T | 28163 | 2004-005A | KVR | Feb 18, 2004 | 88 min, 62.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-92 Molniya-1T | 27707 | 2003-011A | KVR | Apr 2, 2003 | 92 min, 63.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-91 Molniya-1T | 25485 | 1998-054A | VKSR | Sep 28, 1998 | 609 min, 64.7° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-90 Molniya-1T | 24960 | 1997-054A | VKSR | Sep 24, 1997 | 452 min, 64.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-89 Molniya-1T | 24273 | 1996-045A | VKS | Aug 14, 1996 | 89 min, 62.5° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-88 Molniya-1T | 23420 | 1994-081A | VKS | Dec 14, 1994 | 430 min, 64.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-87 Molniya-1T | 22949 | 1993-079A | VKS | Dec 22, 1993 | 710 min, 64.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-86 Molniya-1 | 22671 | 1993-035A | VKS | May 26, 1993 | 254 min, 62.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-85 Molniya-1 | 22309 | 1993-002A | VKS | Jan 13, 1993 | 91 min, 62.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-84 Molniya-1 | 22068 | 1992-050A | VVSR | Aug 6, 1992 | 200 min, 61.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-83 Molniya-1 | 21897 | 1992-011A | VVS | Mar 4, 1992 | 98 min, 62.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-82 Molniya-1 | 21630 | 1991-053A | UNKSR | Aug 1, 1991 | 94 min, 61.7° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-81 Molniya-1 | 21426 | 1991-043A | UNKSR | Jun 18, 1991 | 718 min, 63.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-80 Molniya-1 | 21118 | 1991-012A | UNKSR | Feb 15, 1991 | 702 min, 64.9° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-79 Molniya-1 | 20949 | 1990-101A | UNKS | Nov 23, 1990 | 88 min, 62.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 1-78 Molniya-1 | 20742 | 1990-071A | UNKS | Aug 10, 1990 | 90 min, 61.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Molniya-1T satellites are there?
The catalog lists 16 objects built on the Molniya-1T bus. 7 are in orbit and 9 have reentered.
How many Molniya-1T satellites are in orbit?
7 Molniya-1T objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the Molniya-1T bus?
The Molniya-1T bus is most commonly built by NPOPM.
When did the first Molniya-1T satellite launch?
The first cataloged Molniya-1T satellite launched in 1990, and the most recent in 2004.