# Cosmos 2347
**Wikidata**: [Q12753729](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12753729)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-2347

## Summary  
Cosmos 2347 is a military satellite launched by the Soviet Union/Russia in 1997. It was deployed using a Tsyklon-2 rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome and is part of the broader Cosmos satellite series used for defense purposes.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: December 9, 1997, at 07:17:20 UTC ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Tsyklon-2 rocket ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Launch Site**: Baikonur Cosmodrome, Site 90 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1997-079A ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q200386))  
- **Satellite Catalog Number**: 25088 ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q6272367))  
- **Aliases**: Also known as Kosmos 2347  
- **Class**: Military satellite ([reference](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q58679))  

## FAQs  
### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 2347?  
A: Cosmos 2347 was a military satellite, likely used for defense-related operations such as reconnaissance or communications, though its exact mission is not publicly detailed.  

### Q: Where was Cosmos 2347 launched from?  
A: It was launched from Site 90 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan, a major Soviet/Russian spaceport.  

### Q: What rocket was used to launch Cosmos 2347?  
A: The Tsyklon-2, a Soviet/Ukrainian expendable launch vehicle, was used for its deployment.  

## Why It Matters  
Cosmos 2347 represents a continuation of the Soviet/Russian military satellite program, which played a critical role in Cold War-era defense and surveillance. Its launch underscores the strategic importance of space-based assets for national security. While specific details about its mission are classified, satellites like Cosmos 2347 contributed to advancements in military reconnaissance and communication technologies. The use of the Tsyklon-2 rocket also highlights the collaboration (and later divergence) between Soviet and Ukrainian space capabilities.  

## Notable For  
- Part of the long-running Cosmos satellite series, which includes hundreds of military and scientific missions.  
- Launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome, one of the world's most historically significant spaceports.  
- Utilized the Tsyklon-2, a reliable launch vehicle with a strong track record for military payloads.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: December 9, 1997  
- **Time**: 07:17:20 UTC  
- **Site**: Baikonur Cosmodrome, Site 90  

### Technical Specifications  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Tsyklon-2  
- **Satellite Catalog Number**: 25088  
- **COSPAR Designation**: 1997-079A  

### Classification  
- **Primary Role**: Military satellite (exact function classified)  
- **Series**: Part of the Cosmos program, which includes diverse missions ranging from scientific experiments to defense applications.  

### Historical Context  
- The launch occurred during a period of transition for Russia's space program following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.  
- The Tsyklon-2 rocket was a key asset for deploying military payloads during this era.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report