Star-2.3 Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The Star-2.3 bus accounts for 3 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 3 are active. Most are built by OATKD. The largest operator on this bus is THAIC. The first launched in 2014, the most recent in 2018.
3
In orbit
3
Active
3
Total launched
0
Reentered
Star-2.3 launched per year
Still in orbit Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Star-2.3 satellites.
| Manufacturer | OATKD |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Communication |
| Launch mass | 3016 kg |
| Dry mass | 2500 kg |
| Length | 5 m |
| Diameter | 2 m |
| Span | 18 m |
| Shape | Box+ 2 pan |
| Power | 2 deployable solar arrays, batteries |
| Propulsion | IHI BT-4 |
| Design life | 15 years |
| Equipment | 24 C-band, 9 Ku-band transponders |
| Typical orbit | 1436 min period, 0° inclination |
Top operators
THAIC 2 YAHBR 1
Top countries
T 2 BR 1
Star-2.3 satellites
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Frequently asked questions
How many Star-2.3 satellites are there?
The catalog lists 3 objects built on the Star-2.3 bus. 3 are in orbit and 0 have reentered.
How many Star-2.3 satellites are in orbit?
3 Star-2.3 objects are currently in orbit, of which 3 carry an active status.
Who builds the Star-2.3 bus?
The Star-2.3 bus is most commonly built by OATKD.
When did the first Star-2.3 satellite launch?
The first cataloged Star-2.3 satellite launched in 2014, and the most recent in 2018.