# Cosmos 1873
**Wikidata**: [Q12753495](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753495)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-1873

## Summary
Cosmos 1873 is a Soviet/Russian military satellite launched in 1987 as part of the Kosmos series, specifically launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome using a Zenit-2 rocket.

## Key Facts
- Is an instance of the Kosmos satellite series
- Has the COSPAR ID 1987-071A
- Was launched on August 28, 1987
- Launched from Site 45 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome
- Used a Zenit-2 rocket as launch vehicle
- Belongs to the military satellite category
- Has 3 Wikipedia sitelinks across multiple languages

## FAQs
### Q: When was Cosmos 1873 launched?
A: It was launched on August 28, 1987 from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 45.

### Q: What type of rocket launched Cosmos 1873?
A: The Zenit-2 rocket was used to launch Cosmos 1873.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for Cosmos 1873?
A: The COSPAR ID for Cosmos 1873 is 1987-071A.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 1873 represents a component of the Soviet Union's military satellite program during the Cold War era. As part of the Kosmos series, it contributed to the broader network of Soviet reconnaissance and military observation satellites. The satellite's deployment from Baikonur Cosmodrome, a major space launch facility, highlights the strategic importance of space-based military capabilities during this period. The use of the Zenit-2 rocket demonstrates the technological infrastructure supporting Soviet space operations and military satellite missions.

## Notable For
- Part of the Kosmos series, which includes numerous military and reconnaissance satellites
- Launched during the late Cold War period when space-based military surveillance was critical
- Operated from Baikonur Cosmodrome, one of the world's oldest and most significant space launch sites
- Utilized the Zenit-2 rocket, a specialized launch vehicle for satellite missions
- Has a relatively low number of Wikipedia sitelinks compared to other Kosmos satellites

### Technical Specifications
- **Series**: Kosmos (military satellite series)
- **Launch Date**: August 28, 1987
- **Launch Time**: 08:20:00 (from launch site data)
- **Launch Site**: Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 45
- **Launch Vehicle**: Zenit-2 rocket
- **COSPAR ID**: 1987-071A
- **Wolfram Language Code**: Entity["Satellite", "18318"]

### Operational Context
The Zenit-2 rocket, used for Cosmos 1873's launch, was specifically designed for launching satellites into low Earth orbit. The Baikonur Cosmodrome, established in 1955, has been the primary launch site for Soviet and later Russian space missions. The satellite's inclusion in the Kosmos series indicates it served military purposes, likely related to reconnaissance or surveillance operations. The specific technical details and launch parameters suggest it was part of a coordinated network of satellites supporting Soviet military operations during the Cold War.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report