# Proton-K / Blok DM-2

> model of carrier rocket

**Wikidata**: [Q16349701](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q16349701)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/proton-k-blok-dm-2

## Summary
Proton-K / Blok DM-2 is a specific model of carrier rocket, configured as a Proton-K rocket equipped with a Blok DM-2 upper stage. It is classified as a rocket model and a subclass of the broader Proton-K carrier rocket family.

## Key Facts
- **Instance Of:** Rocket model
- **Subclass Of:** Proton-K
- **Aliases:** Proton-K/DM-2
- **Sitelink Count:** 2 (Wikipedia entries exist in Galician and Latvian)
- **Wikipedia Languages:** Galician (gl), Latvian (lv)
- **Wikidata Description:** model of carrier rocket
- **National Origin:** Russian, previously Soviet

## FAQs
### Q: What is Proton-K / Blok DM-2?
A: Proton-K / Blok DM-2 is a specific configuration of the Proton-K carrier rocket, distinguished by its inclusion of the Blok DM-2 upper stage. It is formally classified as a rocket model within the Proton-K family.

### Q: Who developed the Proton-K / Blok DM-2?
A: The Proton-K / Blok DM-2 is a Russian-developed carrier rocket model, originating from the Soviet space program. Its development is attributed to the Soviet/Russian space industry.

### Q: What is the primary function of the Blok DM-2 stage?
A: The Blok DM-2 is an upper stage designed to provide additional propulsion and orbital maneuvering capability after the core Proton-K stages complete their initial ascent. Its specific function is to place payloads into precise orbits or perform trajectory corrections.

### Q: Where can I find information about Proton-K / Blok DM-2?
A: Information is available on Wikipedia in Galician and Latvian languages, as indicated by its 2 sitelinks. Its entry on Wikidata describes it as a "model of carrier rocket".

## Why It Matters
Proton-K / Blok DM-2 represents a significant configuration within the long-serving Proton-K rocket family, a cornerstone of Soviet and Russian space access for decades. The integration of the Blok DM-2 stage enhanced the rocket's capability to deliver heavier payloads or achieve more complex orbital trajectories, including geostationary transfer orbits. As a specific model, it exemplifies the evolution and specialization within the Proton program, adapting to diverse mission requirements. Its continued use underscores the reliability and adaptability of this rocket configuration for critical space missions, contributing to Russia's presence in the global launch market and its ability to deploy satellites and interplanetary probes.

## Notable For
- Specific configuration of the Proton-K rocket featuring the Blok DM-2 upper stage.
- Classified distinctly as a "rocket model" within the broader Proton-K class.
- Having dedicated Wikipedia entries in Galician and Latvian languages.
- Being a recognized variant under the Proton-K subclass in technical classifications.

## Body
### Classification and Identity
- Proton-K / Blok DM-2 is formally defined as a **rocket model**.
- It is explicitly a **subclass of Proton-K**, indicating its direct relationship to the base Proton-K carrier rocket.
- The entity is also known by the **alias Proton-K/DM-2**.
- Its **Wikidata description** is simply "model of carrier rocket".

### Technical Configuration
- The defining characteristic of this model is its integration of the **Blok DM-2 upper stage** onto the standard Proton-K rocket stack.
- This configuration modifies the standard Proton-K by adding the specific capabilities of the Blok DM-2 stage.

### Documentation and Reach
- The entity has **2 sitelinks**, meaning it is referenced on 2 different language versions of Wikipedia.
- The available **Wikipedia languages** are **Galician (gl)** and **Latvian (lv)**.
- This indicates a presence in specific linguistic encyclopedic sources.

### National Origin
- Proton-K / Blok DM-2 is a **Russian** carrier rocket model.
- Its development and operational history stem from the **previously Soviet** space program.