24 Ku-band transponders; television service to Turkey.
Will move to 42 East when joined by Turksat 4B.
"Along with satellite construction, Thales Alenia Space developed a spacecraft integration and test center in Ankara as part of a technology transfer program."
High resolution earth observation. Second and third in production.
"42 Ku-band transponders. Its electric thrusters more fuel efficient than conventional liquid-fueled rocket engines, but produce less thrust - will allow it to stay in orbit for 30 years."
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