SKRL Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The SKRL bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 2 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by ALMAN. The largest operator on this bus is PVO. The first launched in 2013, the most recent in 2019.
3
In orbit
2
Active
4
Total launched
1
Reentered
SKRL launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged SKRL satellites.
| Manufacturer | ALMAN |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Calibration |
| Launch mass | 16 kg |
| Dry mass | 16 kg |
| Length | 0.8 m |
| Diameter | 0.8 m |
| Span | 0.8 m |
| Shape | Sphere |
| Power | None |
| Propulsion | None |
| Typical orbit | 96 min period, 82° inclination |
Top operators
PVO 4
Top countries
RU 4
SKRL satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COSMOS 2537 Kosmos-2538 | 44423 | 2019-039C | PVO | Jul 10, 2019 | 88 min, 97.7° | Reentered | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2512 Kosmos-2512 | 41099 | 2015-071B | PVO | Dec 5, 2015 | 98 min, 98.1° | Inactive | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2494 (SKRL-756 2) Kosmos-2494 | 39491 | 2013-078B | PVO | Dec 28, 2013 | 96 min, 82.4° | Active | ◉ |
| COSMOS 2493 (SKRL-756 1) Kosmos-2493 | 39490 | 2013-078A | PVO | Dec 28, 2013 | 96 min, 82.4° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many SKRL satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the SKRL bus. 3 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many SKRL satellites are in orbit?
3 SKRL objects are currently in orbit, of which 2 carry an active status.
Who builds the SKRL bus?
The SKRL bus is most commonly built by ALMAN.
When did the first SKRL satellite launch?
The first cataloged SKRL satellite launched in 2013, and the most recent in 2019.