# Cosmos 474
**Wikidata**: [Q13566862](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q13566862)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-474

## Summary
Cosmos 474 is a Soviet satellite launched on February 16, 1972, using the Voskhod rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome. It was part of the Zenit-4M class of satellites, designated with the COSPAR ID 1972-008A. The launch occurred at 09:30 UTC from Site 31 at the cosmodrome.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: February 16, 1972
- **Launch Vehicle**: Voskhod (Soviet rocket)
- **Launch Site**: Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31
- **Class**: Zenit-4M
- **COSPAR ID**: 1972-008A
- **SCN (NORAD Catalog Number)**: 05839
- **Launch Time**: 09:30 UTC
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch (qualified by launch site and time)
- **Wikipedia Availability**: Available in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian

## FAQs
### Q: What was Cosmos 474?
A: Cosmos 474 was a Soviet satellite launched on February 16, 1972, as part of the Zenit-4M class. It was launched using the Voskhod rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31.

### Q: What type of satellite was Cosmos 474?
A: Cosmos 474 was a Zenit-4M class satellite, a type of Soviet satellite used for various purposes, including reconnaissance or scientific missions.

### Q: Where was Cosmos 474 launched from?
A: Cosmos 474 was launched from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31, a key Soviet spaceport.

### Q: What was the launch vehicle for Cosmos 474?
A: The launch vehicle for Cosmos 474 was the Voskhod, a Soviet rocket used for crewed and uncrewed missions.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for Cosmos 474?
A: The COSPAR ID for Cosmos 474 is 1972-008A, assigned by the Committee on Space Research.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 474 represents a significant entry in the Soviet space program's satellite launches during the 1970s. As part of the Zenit-4M series, it was likely used for reconnaissance, scientific research, or other space-based missions. The launch from Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31, a critical Soviet spaceport, highlights the continued expansion of the Soviet Union's space capabilities during the Cold War era. While specific details about its payload or mission are not provided, its inclusion in the COSPAR catalog indicates its importance in the broader context of Soviet space exploration.

## Notable For
- **Zenit-4M Classification**: One of the Zenit-4M satellites, a series known for its role in Soviet space operations.
- **Voskhod Launch**: Launched using the Voskhod rocket, a versatile Soviet launch vehicle.
- **Baikonur Launch Site**: Launched from Site 31 at the Baikonur Cosmodrome, a key Soviet spaceport.
- **COSPAR Recognition**: Assigned the COSPAR ID 1972-008A, indicating its cataloged status in space research.
- **Early 1970s Launch**: Part of the Soviet space program's early 1970s satellite deployments.

## Body
### Launch Details
Cosmos 474 was launched on **February 16, 1972**, at **09:30 UTC** from **Baikonur Cosmodrome Site 31**. The launch vehicle was the **Voskhod**, a Soviet rocket used for both crewed and uncrewed missions. The satellite was designated with the **COSPAR ID 1972-008A** and the **SCN (NORAD Catalog Number) 05839**.

### Classification and Purpose
Cosmos 474 is classified under the **Zenit-4M** series, a type of Soviet satellite used for reconnaissance, scientific research, or other space-based missions. The Zenit-4M class was part of the broader Soviet space program, which included the **Voskhod** series of spacecraft and rockets.

### Historical Context
The launch occurred during the Cold War era, reflecting the Soviet Union's efforts to expand its space capabilities. The **Baikonur Cosmodrome**, particularly Site 31, was a critical launch site for Soviet space missions. The Voskhod rocket, while primarily associated with crewed missions like the Voskhod spacecraft, was also used for uncrewed satellite launches.

### Wikipedia Availability
Cosmos 474 has Wikipedia entries in **Macedonian (mk)**, **Serbo-Croatian (sh)**, and **Serbian (sr)**, indicating its recognition in these linguistic regions.

### Wolfram Language Entity
The satellite is referenced in the Wolfram Language as **Entity["Satellite", "05839"]**, further confirming its cataloged status in space research databases.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report