STRV Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The STRV bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 3 are in orbit and 0 are active. 1 have reentered. Most are built by DERA. The largest operator on this bus is DERA. The first launched in 1994, the most recent in 2000.
3
In orbit
0
Active
4
Total launched
1
Reentered
STRV launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged STRV satellites.
| Manufacturer | DERA |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Technology |
| Launch mass | 95 kg |
| Dry mass | 95 kg |
| Length | 0.5 m |
| Diameter | 0.5 m |
| Span | 0.5 m |
| Shape | Box |
| Power | Solar cells, batteries |
| Propulsion | Xe cold gas thrusters |
| Typical orbit | 419 min period, 7° inclination |
Top operators
DERA 2 DRA 2
Top countries
UK 4
STRV satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STRV 1D STRV 1d | 26611 | 2000-072D | DERA | Nov 16, 2000 | 708 min, 7.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| STRV 1C STRV 1c | 26610 | 2000-072C | DERA | Nov 16, 2000 | 707 min, 7.0° | Inactive | ◉ |
| STRV 1B STRV 1B | 23126 | 1994-034C | DRA | Jun 17, 1994 | 378 min, 6.8° | Reentered | ◉ |
| STRV 1A STRV 1A | 23125 | 1994-034B | DRA | Jun 17, 1994 | 419 min, 7.4° | Inactive | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many STRV satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the STRV bus. 3 are in orbit and 1 have reentered.
How many STRV satellites are in orbit?
3 STRV objects are currently in orbit, of which 0 carry an active status.
Who builds the STRV bus?
The STRV bus is most commonly built by DERA.
When did the first STRV satellite launch?
The first cataloged STRV satellite launched in 1994, and the most recent in 2000.