Spacebus 4000C3 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Spacebus 4000C3 bus accounts for 7 cataloged objects, of which 7 are in orbit and 6 are active. Most are built by THALES. The largest operator on this bus is Eutelsat. The first launched in 2005, the most recent in 2013.
7
In orbit
6
Active
7
Total launched
0
Reentered
Spacebus 4000C3 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Spacebus 4000C3 satellites.
| Manufacturer | THALES |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 4463 kg |
| Dry mass | 2000 kg |
| Length | 5.5 m |
| Diameter | 2.5 m |
| Span | 38 m |
| Shape | Box + 2 Pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | S400 |
| Design life | 15 years |
| Equipment | 53 Ku- and 3 Ka-band transponders |
| Typical orbit | 1436 min period, 0° inclination |
Top operators
Top countries
F 4 US 2 RU 1
Spacebus 4000C3 satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EUTELSAT 7B EUTELSAT 3D | 39163 | 2013-022A | EUTSA | May 14, 2013 | 1436 min, 0.1° | Active | ◉ |
| YAMAL 402 Yamal-402 | 39022 | 2012-070A | GAZS | Dec 8, 2012 | 1436 min, 1.3° | Active | ◉ |
| EUTELSAT 21B EUTELSAT 21B | 38992 | 2012-062B | EUTSA | Nov 10, 2012 | 1436 min, 0.1° | Active | ◉ |
| EUTELSAT 16A Eutelsat W3C | 37836 | 2011-057A | EUTSA | Oct 7, 2011 | 1436 min, 0.0° | Active | ◉ |
| EUTELSAT W3B Eutelsat W3B | 37206 | 2010-056A | EUTSA | Oct 28, 2010 | 514 min, 2.5° | Inactive | ◉ |
| EUTELSAT 174A AMC 23 | 28924 | 2005-052A | AMCS | Dec 29, 2005 | 1436 min, 4.3° | Active | ◉ |
| NSS-10 AMC 12 | 28526 | 2005-003A | AMCS | Feb 3, 2005 | 1436 min, 6.5° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Spacebus 4000C3 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 7 objects built on the Spacebus 4000C3 bus. 7 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many Spacebus 4000C3 satellites are in orbit?
7 Spacebus 4000C3 objects are currently in orbit, of which 6 carry an active status.
Who builds the Spacebus 4000C3 bus?
The Spacebus 4000C3 bus is most commonly built by THALES.
When did the first Spacebus 4000C3 satellite launch?
The first cataloged Spacebus 4000C3 satellite launched in 2005, and the most recent in 2013.