Strela-1M Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
Part of the Strela constellation.
The Strela-1M bus accounts for 10 cataloged objects, of which 9 are in orbit and 1 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by NPOPM/MAIO. The largest operator on this bus is NPOPM/MAIO. The first launched in 1981, the most recent in 2003.
9
In orbit
1
Active
10
Total launched
1
Reentered
Strela-1M launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged Strela-1M satellites.
| Manufacturer | NPOPM/MAIO |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Amateur radio communication |
| Launch mass | 70 kg |
| Dry mass | 70 kg |
| Length | 0.8 m |
| Diameter | 0.8 m |
| Span | 0.8 m |
| Shape | Poly |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | None |
| Design life | 1 year |
| Equipment | BRTK-11 electronic billboard (RS 15) |
| Typical orbit | 119 min period, 83° inclination |
Top operators
NPOPM/MAIO 6 MOZHA 2 NPOPMR 1 VKS 1
Top countries
SU 6 RU 4
Strela-1M satellites
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| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOZHAYETS 4 (RS-22) Mozhaets-4 | 27939 | 2003-042A | MOZHA | Sep 27, 2003 | 98 min, 98.3° | Active | ◉ |
| MOZHAYETS Mozhaets-3 | 27560 | 2002-054B | MOZHA | Nov 28, 2002 | 99 min, 98.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
| ZEYA Zeya | 24744 | 1997-010A | VKS | Mar 4, 1997 | 87 min, 97.2° | Reentered | ◉ |
| RADIO ROSTO (RS-15) Radio-ROSTO | 23439 | 1994-085A | NPOPMR | Dec 26, 1994 | 128 min, 64.8° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 6 Radio RS-8 | 13002 | 1981-120F | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 119 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 7 Radio RS-7 | 13001 | 1981-120E | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 119 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 4 Radio RS-6 | 13000 | 1981-120D | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 119 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 5 Radio RS-5 | 12999 | 1981-120C | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 119 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 8 Radio RS-4 | 12998 | 1981-120B | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 120 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| RADIO 3 Radio RS-3 | 12997 | 1981-120A | NPOPM/MAIO | Dec 17, 1981 | 118 min, 83.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many Strela-1M satellites are there?
The catalog lists 10 objects built on the Strela-1M bus. 9 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many Strela-1M satellites are in orbit?
9 Strela-1M objects are currently in orbit, of which 1 carry an active status.
Who builds the Strela-1M bus?
The Strela-1M bus is most commonly built by NPOPM/MAIO.
When did the first Strela-1M satellite launch?
The first cataloged Strela-1M satellite launched in 1981, and the most recent in 2003.