# Cosmos 1148
**Wikidata**: [Q12753130](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753130)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1148

## Summary
Cosmos 1148 is a Soviet reconnaissance satellite launched on December 28, 1979, as part of the Zenit program. It was deployed from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome using a Soyuz-U rocket. The satellite is classified under the Zenit-4МКМ class and had the COSPAR ID 1979-106A.

## Key Facts
- Official designation: Cosmos 1148
- Alternate name: Kosmos 1148
- Launch date: December 28, 1979
- Launch time: 13:00 UTC
- Launch site: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43
- Launch vehicle: Soyuz-U
- Satellite class: Zenit-4МКМ
- COSPAR ID: 1979-106A
- SCN (Spacecraft Number): 11649
- Country of origin: Soviet Union

## FAQs
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 1148?
A: Cosmos 1148 was a military reconnaissance satellite developed by the Soviet Union. It belonged to the Zenit-4МКМ class, which was designed for optical intelligence gathering.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 1148 launched?
A: Cosmos 1148 was launched on December 28, 1979, at 13:00 UTC from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43 in the Soviet Union.

### Q: What type of rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1148?
A: The satellite was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket, a commonly used Soviet launch vehicle for military and civilian missions.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 1148 represents one component of the Soviet Union's extensive space-based reconnaissance infrastructure during the Cold War era. As part of the Zenit program, it contributed to the USSR’s strategic intelligence capabilities through orbital surveillance. These satellites played a critical role in monitoring geopolitical developments, military movements, and other activities of interest globally. Its launch reflects the technological competition between superpowers and underscores the importance of space assets in national security strategies of the late 20th century.

## Notable For
- Part of the Zenit-4МКМ reconnaissance satellite subclass
- Launched during peak Cold War tensions in 1979
- Deployed via the widely-used Soyuz-U launch system
- One of many Cosmos-designated Soviet military satellites
- Identified with SCN number 11649 and COSPAR ID 1979-106A

## Body
### Mission Overview
Cosmos 1148 was a Soviet military reconnaissance satellite operated under the broader Cosmos program. Designed for photo-surveillance purposes, it formed part of the Zenit-4МКМ series—upgraded variants within the Zenit family optimized for higher-resolution imaging and improved orbital performance.

### Technical Classification
The spacecraft was categorized under the Zenit-4МКМ class, indicating its specialized configuration tailored for enhanced reconnaissance operations. This subclass featured improvements over earlier Zenit models, including better camera systems and more precise orbital maneuvering capabilities.

### Launch Details
- **Date**: December 28, 1979  
- **Time**: 13:00 UTC  
- **Location**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome, Site 43  
- **Vehicle**: Soyuz-U  

The Soyuz-U variant served as a reliable medium-lift launcher favored for deploying military payloads into low Earth orbit due to its proven reliability and cost-effectiveness.

### Identifiers and References
- **COSPAR ID**: 1979-106A  
- **SCN (Spacecraft Number)**: 11649  
- **Aliases**: Kosmos 1148  
- **Wikidata Instance Of**: Zenit-4МКМ  
- **Wikipedia Languages Available**: Macedonian (mk), Serbo-Croatian (sh), Serbian (sr)  
- **Wolfram Alpha Code**: Entity["Satellite", "11649"]  

These identifiers are essential for cataloging and cross-referencing the mission across global aerospace databases and tracking services.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report