# Kosmos 2527

> Russian military satellite

**Wikidata**: [Q55285869](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q55285869)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosmos_2527)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/kosmos-2527

## Summary
Kosmos 2527 is a Russian military satellite launched in 2018 as part of the GLONASS-M navigation satellite family. It was deployed using a Soyuz-2.1b rocket and serves Russia's global positioning system.

## Key Facts
- **Launch Date**: June 16, 2018  
- **COSPAR ID**: 2018-053A  
- **Satellite Catalog Number (SCN)**: 43508  
- **Launch Vehicle**: Soyuz-2.1b  
- **Satellite Class**: GLONASS-M (Russian navigation satellite family)  
- **Launch Time**: 21:46:28 UTC  
- **Primary Function**: Military navigation support  

## FAQs
### Q: What type of satellite is Kosmos 2527?  
A: Kosmos 2527 is a GLONASS-M satellite, part of Russia's military navigation system, similar to GPS.  

### Q: When was Kosmos 2527 launched?  
A: It was launched on June 16, 2018, aboard a Soyuz-2.1b rocket from Russia.  

### Q: What is the purpose of Kosmos 2527?  
A: It supports Russia's GLONASS network, providing military-grade positioning and navigation services.  

## Why It Matters  
Kosmos 2527 plays a critical role in Russia's GLONASS satellite navigation system, which is essential for military operations, transportation, and infrastructure. As a military satellite, it enhances Russia's strategic autonomy by reducing reliance on foreign positioning systems like GPS. Its deployment strengthens Russia's global navigation capabilities, ensuring secure and accurate positioning data for defense applications.  

## Notable For  
- Part of Russia's GLONASS-M satellite series, a key competitor to GPS.  
- Launched aboard Soyuz-2.1b, a reliable Russian rocket variant.  
- Supports military-grade navigation precision.  

## Body  
### Launch Details  
- **Date**: June 16, 2018  
- **Time**: 21:46:28 UTC  
- **Rocket**: Soyuz-2.1b  

### Satellite Specifications  
- **Class**: GLONASS-M  
- **Function**: Military navigation  

### Operational Context  
- Enhances Russia's independent positioning system.  
- Contributes to the global GLONASS constellation.

## References

1. Jonathan's Space Report