Molniya-2 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Molniya-2 bus accounts for 19 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 0 are active. 16 have reentered. Most are built by OKB10. The largest operator on this bus is GUKOSR. The first launched in 1971, the most recent in 1977.
3
In orbit
0
Active
19
Total launched
16
Reentered
Molniya-2 launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Molniya-2 satellites.
| Manufacturer | OKB10 |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 1650 kg |
| Dry mass | 1620 kg |
| Length | 4.4 m |
| Diameter | 1.4 m |
| Span | 8.2 m |
| Shape | Cyl + 6 Pan |
| Power | 6 deployable solar arrays (940 W), batteries |
| Propulsion | KDU-414 (S5.19) or KDU-414A (S5.114) |
| Design life | 1 year |
| Typical orbit | 588 min period, 65° inclination |
Top operators
GUKOSR 19
Top countries
SU 19
Molniya-2 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOLNIYA 2-17 Molniya-2 | 09829 | 1977-010A | GUKOSR | Feb 11, 1977 | 91 min, 61.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-16 Molniya-2 | 09574 | 1976-116A | GUKOSR | Dec 2, 1976 | 634 min, 62.0° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 853 Kosmos-853 | 09398 | 1976-088A | GUKOSR | Sep 1, 1976 | 88 min, 62.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 837 Kosmos-837 | 08927 | 1976-062A | GUKOSR | Jul 1, 1976 | 87 min, 62.7° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-15 Molniya-2 | 08492 | 1975-121A | GUKOSR | Dec 17, 1975 | 101 min, 62.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-14 Molniya-2 | 08195 | 1975-081A | GUKOSR | Sep 9, 1975 | 713 min, 64.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-13 Molniya-2 | 08015 | 1975-063A | GUKOSR | Jul 8, 1975 | 97 min, 61.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-12 Molniya-2 | 07641 | 1975-009A | GUKOSR | Feb 6, 1975 | 648 min, 63.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-11 Molniya-2 | 07583 | 1974-102A | GUKOSR | Dec 21, 1974 | 672 min, 61.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-10 Molniya-2 | 07376 | 1974-056A | GUKOSR | Jul 23, 1974 | 716 min, 65.2° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-9 Molniya-2 | 07276 | 1974-026A | GUKOSR | Apr 26, 1974 | 588 min, 64.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-8 Molniya-2 | 07000 | 1973-106A | GUKOSR | Dec 25, 1973 | 109 min, 63.4° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-7 Molniya-2 | 06877 | 1973-076A | GUKOSR | Oct 19, 1973 | 687 min, 64.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-6 Molniya-2 | 06722 | 1973-045A | GUKOSR | Jul 11, 1973 | 468 min, 64.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-5 Molniya-2 | 06418 | 1973-018A | GUKOSR | Apr 5, 1973 | 712 min, 64.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-4 Molniya-2 | 06308 | 1972-098A | GUKOSR | Dec 12, 1972 | 687 min, 65.6° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-3 Molniya-2 | 06208 | 1972-075A | GUKOSR | Sep 30, 1972 | 712 min, 64.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-2 Molniya-2 | 06031 | 1972-037A | GUKOSR | May 19, 1972 | 665 min, 64.9° | Reentered | ◉ |
| MOLNIYA 2-1 Molniya-2 | 05620 | 1971-100A | GUKOSR | Nov 24, 1971 | 716 min, 65.5° | Reentered | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Molniya-2 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 19 objects built on the Molniya-2 bus. 3 are in orbit and 16 have reentered.
How many Molniya-2 satellites are in orbit?
3 Molniya-2 objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the Molniya-2 bus?
The Molniya-2 bus is most commonly built by OKB10.
When did the first Molniya-2 satellite launch?
The first cataloged Molniya-2 satellite launched in 1971, and the most recent in 1977.