# Cosmos 1398
**Wikidata**: [Q12753253](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753253)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1398

## Summary
Cosmos 1398 was a Soviet spacecraft launched on August 3, 1982, categorized under the Zenit-4MT class of satellites. It was deployed from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43 using a Soyuz-U launch vehicle. The satellite is assigned the COSPAR ID 1982-077A and the Satellite Catalog Number 13396.

## Key Facts
- **Classification:** Cosmos 1398 is an instance of the Zenit-4MT satellite class.
- **Launch Date:** The spacecraft was launched on August 3, 1982.
- **Launch Vehicle:** It was delivered to orbit by a Soyuz-U rocket.
- **Launch Site:** The launch took place at Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43.
- **Launch Time:** The significant event (rocket launch) occurred at 11:30:00.
- **COSPAR ID:** Its international designation is 1982-077A.
- **Satellite Catalog Number:** It is tracked under number 13396.
- **Aliases:** It is also known as Kosmos 1398.

## FAQs
### Q: What type of satellite was Cosmos 1398?
A: Cosmos 1398 was a satellite of the Zenit-4MT class. It was launched as part of the Soviet Cosmos program.

### Q: When and where was Cosmos 1398 launched?
A: Cosmos 1398 was launched on August 3, 1982, at 11:30:00, from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43.

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1398?
A: The spacecraft was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket, which is a Universal variant of the Soyuz rocket design.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 1398 represents a specific data point in the history of Soviet space operations during the early 1980s. As a Zenit-4MT satellite, it illustrates the ongoing utilization of specialized spacecraft classes during this era. The mission highlights the operational reliance on the Soyuz-U launch vehicle, a "Universal" variant that served as a workhorse for the Soviet space program, evidenced here by its use in deploying this specific payload.

The entry is significant for space historians and analysts because it documents the precise usage of the Plesetsk Cosmodrome, specifically Site 43, for Zenit-class missions. Furthermore, the detailed tracking data—including the precise launch time, COSPAR ID (1982-077A), and Satellite Catalog Number (13396)—ensures the object is rigorously identified in global space catalogs. This level of detail helps distinguish this specific mission from the thousands of other objects launched under the broad "Cosmos" designation, maintaining accuracy in orbital records.

## Notable For
- Being a documented instance of the **Zenit-4MT** satellite class.
- Launching via the **Soyuz-U**, a prominent Universal rocket variant.
- Precise tracking data availability, including a specific **launch time of 11:30:00**.
- Being assigned **Satellite Catalog Number 13396**.
- Utilization of **Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43** as its start point.

## Body
### Launch and Orbital Parameters
Cosmos 1398 was successfully launched on **August 3, 1982**. The launch window was executed precisely at **11:30:00**. The mission originated from the **Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43**, a primary launch facility used for various Soviet orbital missions. The start point is verified in academic and Wikidata sources.

### Vehicle and Classification
The launch vehicle responsible for placing Cosmos 1398 into orbit was the **Soyuz-U**. This vehicle is described as a "Universal" variant of the Soyuz rocket design and is associated with the Soviet Union.

The payload itself was an **instance of Zenit-4MT**. This classification distinguishes the satellite's specific design and purpose within the broader fleet of Soviet hardware.

### Identification and Tracking
To facilitate international tracking and cataloging, Cosmos 1398 was assigned specific identifiers:
- **COSPAR ID:** 1982-077A
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN):** 13396
- **Wolfram Language Entity Code:** Entity["Satellite", "13396"]

The entity is referenced across multiple languages, including mk (Macedonian), sh (Serbo-Croatian), and sr (Serbian), and is alternatively aliased as **Kosmos 1398**.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report