SAR-Lupe Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The SAR-Lupe bus accounts for 5 cataloged objects, of which 4 are in orbit and 4 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by OHB. The largest operator on this bus is BWB. The first launched in 2006, the most recent in 2008.
4
In orbit
4
Active
5
Total launched
1
Reentered
SAR-Lupe launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged SAR-Lupe satellites.
| Manufacturer | OHB |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Reconnaissance, Radar |
| Launch mass | 770 kg |
| Dry mass | 770 kg |
| Length | 4 m |
| Diameter | 3 m |
| Span | 4 m |
| Shape | Cyl + Dish |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | Hydrazin thrusters |
| Design life | 10 years |
| Equipment | SAR, intersatellite S-band transmitter, X-band transmitter |
| Typical orbit | 94 min period, 98° inclination |
Top operators
BWB 5
Top countries
D 5
SAR-Lupe satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAR-LUPE 5 SAR-Lupe 5 | 33244 | 2008-036A | BWB | Jul 22, 2008 | 94 min, 98.2° | Active | ◉ |
| SAR-LUPE 4 SAR-Lupe 4 | 32750 | 2008-014A | BWB | Mar 27, 2008 | 94 min, 98.2° | Active | ◉ |
| SAR-LUPE 3 SAR-Lupe 3 | 32283 | 2007-053A | BWB | Nov 1, 2007 | 87 min, 98.1° | Reentered | ◉ |
| SAR-LUPE 2 SAR-Lupe 2 | 31797 | 2007-030A | BWB | Jul 2, 2007 | 93 min, 98.1° | Active | ◉ |
| SAR-LUPE 1 SAR-Lupe 1 | 29658 | 2006-060A | BWB | Dec 19, 2006 | 94 min, 98.2° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many SAR-Lupe satellites are there?
The catalog lists 5 objects built on the SAR-Lupe bus. 4 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many SAR-Lupe satellites are in orbit?
4 SAR-Lupe objects are currently in orbit, of which 4 carry an active status.
Who builds the SAR-Lupe bus?
The SAR-Lupe bus is most commonly built by OHB.
When did the first SAR-Lupe satellite launch?
The first cataloged SAR-Lupe satellite launched in 2006, and the most recent in 2008.