At launch it had a mass of 5,344 kilograms (11,782 lb),[2] with an expected operational lifespan of around 15 years,[3] however four of its transponders will be deactivated five years after launch.[4] At the beginning of its operational life, it had a maximum power consumption of 9.3 kilowatts, which is expected to have decreased to 8.3 kilowatts by the end of the satellite's operational life.[2]