VW Satellite Bus
Data current as of 2026-07-20.
The VW bus accounts for 4 cataloged objects, of which 2 are in orbit and 2 are active. 2 have reentered. Most are built by VARDA. The largest operator on this bus is VARDA. The first launched in 2025, the most recent in 2026.
2
In orbit
2
Active
4
Total launched
2
Reentered
VW launched per year
Still in orbit Since reentered Click a year to list its satellites.
Typical specifications
Most common values across cataloged VW satellites.
| Manufacturer | VARDA |
|---|---|
| Launch mass | 250 kg |
| Dry mass | 55 kg |
| Length | 1.0 m |
| Diameter | 1.4 m |
| Span | 1.4 m |
| Shape | Trunc cone |
| Typical orbit | 87 min period, 97° inclination |
Top operators
VARDA 3
Top countries
US 3 TBD 1
VW satellites
Track any of them live in KeepTrack.
| Name | NORAD | COSPAR | Owner | Launched | Orbit | Status | Track |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W-SERIES 6 | 68469 | 2026-067BF | VARDA | Mar 30, 2026 | 97 min, 97.5° | Reentered | ◉ |
| W-SERIES 5 | 66747 | 2025-276CK | VARDA | Nov 28, 2025 | 97 min, 97.3° | Reentered | ◉ |
| OBJECT AE Winnebago-4 | 64556 | 2025-135AE | VARDA | Jun 23, 2025 | 94 min, 97.5° | Active | ◉ |
| W-SERIES 4 | 64543 | 2025-135R | VARDA | Jun 23, 2025 | 87 min, 97.4° | Active | ◉ |
Frequently asked questions
How many VW satellites are there?
The catalog lists 4 objects built on the VW bus. 2 are in orbit and 2 have reentered.
How many VW satellites are in orbit?
2 VW objects are currently in orbit, of which 2 carry an active status.
Who builds the VW bus?
The VW bus is most commonly built by VARDA.
When did the first VW satellite launch?
The first cataloged VW satellite launched in 2025, and the most recent in 2026.