Syracuse III

Country of Origin: France

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The Syracuse III system is a nuclear-hardened, jam-resistant military telecommunications satellite constellation designed to deliver secure, high-capacity communications for French and NATO armed forces and government entities. Built on the Alcatel Spacebus 4000B platform, each 8,157-lb (3,700-kg) satellite features a power output of 6 to 9 kW and a design lifespan exceeding 15 years, with communications payloads tailored to fulfill both domestic and international mission...

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