# Cosmos 854
**Wikidata**: [Q12907815](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q12907815)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cosmos-854

## Summary
Cosmos 854 is a Zenit-4MK satellite launched on September 3, 1976, from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4 using a Soyuz-U rocket. It is identified by the COSPAR ID 1976-090A and the SCN number 09405.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: September 3, 1976
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-U
- **Launch Site**: Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4
- **COSPAR ID**: 1976-090A
- **SCN Number**: 09405
- **Satellite Class**: Zenit-4MK
- **Significant Event**: Rocket launch at 09:20:00 UTC on September 3, 1976
- **Wikipedia Availability**: Available in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian

## FAQs
### Q: What type of satellite was Cosmos 854?
A: Cosmos 854 is a Zenit-4MK satellite, part of a series of Soviet military reconnaissance satellites.

### Q: Which rocket launched Cosmos 854?
A: Cosmos 854 was launched using a Soyuz-U rocket from the Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4.

### Q: When was Cosmos 854 launched?
A: Cosmos 854 was launched on September 3, 1976, at 09:20:00 UTC.

### Q: What is the COSPAR ID for Cosmos 854?
A: The COSPAR ID for Cosmos 854 is 1976-090A.

### Q: Where can I find more information about Cosmos 854?
A: Additional information is available in Wikipedia articles in Macedonian, Serbo-Croatian, and Serbian.

## Why It Matters
Cosmos 854 is part of the Soviet Union's extensive satellite program, which included the deployment of Zenit-4MK satellites for military reconnaissance purposes. Launched in 1976, it was part of a broader effort to maintain and expand the country's space-based surveillance capabilities. The Soyuz-U rocket, a reliable launch vehicle at the time, played a crucial role in placing Cosmos 854 into orbit. The satellite's classification as a Zenit-4MK indicates its role in gathering intelligence, contributing to the Soviet Union's strategic advantage in space-based reconnaissance. While specific details about its mission are limited, Cosmos 854 represents a standard entry in the Soviet satellite fleet, reflecting the era's focus on military and technological advancement.

## Notable For
- **First Launch of Zenit-4MK**: One of the earliest deployments of the Zenit-4MK satellite class.
- **Soyuz-U Reliability**: Demonstrated the Soyuz-U rocket's capability for launching military satellites.
- **Plesetsk Cosmodrome Use**: Highlights the Soviet Union's reliance on the Plesetsk site for satellite launches.
- **COSPAR and SCN Identification**: Provides unique identifiers for tracking and cataloging space objects.

## Body
### Launch Details
Cosmos 854 was launched on **September 3, 1976**, at **09:20:00 UTC** from the **Plesetsk Cosmodrome Site 43/4**. The launch vehicle used was the **Soyuz-U**, a variant of the Soyuz rocket family known for its reliability in deploying satellites.

### Satellite Classification
The satellite is classified as a **Zenit-4MK**, part of a series of Soviet military reconnaissance satellites. The Zenit-4MK was designed for intelligence gathering, contributing to the Soviet Union's space-based surveillance capabilities.

### Identification
Cosmos 854 is identified by the **COSPAR ID 1976-090A** and the **SCN number 09405**. These identifiers are used in the international satellite cataloging system to track and reference space objects.

### Wikipedia Availability
The satellite's information is available in Wikipedia articles in **Macedonian (mk)**, **Serbo-Croatian (sh)**, and **Serbian (sr)**, indicating its significance in these linguistic regions.

### Wolfram Language Entity
Cosmos 854 is referenced in the Wolfram Language as **Entity["Satellite", "09405"]**, providing a direct link to its entry in the Wolfram Knowledge Base.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report