# Cosmos 607
**Wikidata**: [Q12907753](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12907753)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-607

## Summary  
Cosmos 607 was a Soviet satellite launched on November 10, 1973, as part of the Zenit-4MK class, designed for photo reconnaissance. It was deployed using a Voskhod launch vehicle from Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4. The satellite played a role in the Soviet Union's intelligence-gathering efforts during the Cold War.

## Key Facts  
- **Launch Date**: November 10, 1973  
- **SCN**: 06926  
- **COSPAR ID**: 1973-087A  
- **Class**: Zenit-4MK (photo reconnaissance satellite)  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Voskhod (Soviet launch vehicle)  
- **Launch Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4  
- **Launch Time**: 12:38:27 UTC  
- **Mission Type**: Military reconnaissance  

## FAQs  
### Q: When was Cosmos 607 launched?  
A: Cosmos 607 was launched on November 10, 1973, at 12:38:27 UTC.  

### Q: What was the purpose of Cosmos 607?  
A: It was a photo reconnaissance satellite used for military intelligence gathering as part of the Soviet Zenit-4MK program.  

### Q: What rocket launched Cosmos 607?  
A: The satellite was launched using a Voskhod rocket, a Soviet-era launch vehicle.  

## Why It Matters  
Cosmos 607 was part of the Zenit-4MK series, a critical component of the Soviet Union’s Cold War-era reconnaissance efforts. These satellites provided high-resolution photographic intelligence, enabling the Soviet military to monitor strategic sites and activities globally. The successful launch of Cosmos 607 demonstrated the reliability of the Voskhod launch vehicle and the Plesetsk Cosmodrome as a key launch site. As a member of the Zenit program, it contributed to the Soviet space program’s reputation for operational efficiency in satellite-based surveillance, a cornerstone of Cold War espionage and military preparedness.

## Notable For  
- **Zenit-4MK Class**: Part of a specialized series of photo reconnaissance satellites.  
- **Voskhod Launch Vehicle**: Utilized a rocket primarily used for crewed missions, adapted for satellite deployment.  
- **Plesetsk Launch Site**: Launched from a strategic Soviet cosmodrome, highlighting its military significance.  
- **Cold War Role**: Supported Soviet intelligence operations during a period of heightened geopolitical tension.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date/Time**: November 10, 1973, at 12:38:27 UTC.  
- **Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4, a Soviet military spaceport.  
- **Vehicle**: Voskhod rocket, a versatile launch system derived from the earlier R-7 rocket family.  

### Spacecraft Specifications  
- **Class**: Zenit-4MK, a modified version of the Zenit satellite designed for extended orbital missions.  
- **SCN/COSPAR ID**: 06926 / 1973-087A, unique identifiers for tracking and cataloging.  

### Mission Purpose  
- **Primary Role**: Conduct photo reconnaissance to gather strategic intelligence for the Soviet military.  
- **Capabilities**: Equipped for high-altitude imaging, leveraging film-based systems typical of the Zenit series.  

### Historical Context  
- **Cold War Surveillance**: Operated during a period of intense rivalry between the Soviet Union and the United States, where satellite intelligence was critical.  
- **Zenit Program Legacy**: The Zenit series, including Cosmos 607, formed the backbone of Soviet space-based reconnaissance for over two decades.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report