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EchoStar III

Technical Summary and Satellite Overview

EchoStar III, a Lockheed Martin A2100 satellite, was launched successfully from Cape Canaveral, Florida on an Atlas IIAS launch vehicle on October 5, 1997. The satellite, leased by DISH Network, is orbiting at 61.5 degrees West Longitude.

Orbital Location: 61.5° West Longitude (approx. due south of Bermuda)

Coverage: Central/Mountain Region to Eastern United States

Launch Vehicle and Provider: Atlas IIAS by International Launch Services

Launch Location: Cape Canaveral, Florida

Spacecraft Manufacturer: Lockheed Martin Missiles and Space

Spacecraft Series: A2100AX

Launch Weight: 8099 lbs. (3,674 kgs)

Beginning Power: Greater than 10 kW

Reflector Antennas: 1 Receive (40"), 2 Transmit (108")

Transponders: 32