COSMOS 2000 (19792)

COSPAR: 1989-010A | Alt Name: Kosmos-2000

DECAYED

Image

Additional Sources

Launch Details

Launch Date

February 10, 1989

Launch Site

PLMSC

Launch Pad

LC41/1

Launch Vehicle

Soyuz-U

Orbital Elements

NORAD ID

19792

International Designator

1989-010A

Decay Date

3/2/1989

Basic Satellite Info

Name

COSMOS 2000

Alternative Name

Kosmos-2000

Type

Payload

Status

Decayed

Owner

UNKS

Country

USSR

Constellation

N/A

Related Satellites

Major Events

N/A

Summary

COSMOS 2000 (Kosmos-2000) is a reconnaissance satellite equipped for photo film return type missions launched by the Soviet Union on February 10, 1989, from Plesetsk Cosmodrome LC41/1 using a Soyuz-U launch vehicle. The spacecraft has dimensions of 6 meters in length and span with a diameter of 2.2 meters, weighing 2655 kilograms at launch and the same when dry. It features an Oblik configuration on a Zenit bus, powered by batteries, with its mission focused on reconnaissance tasks involving photo film returns. The satellite's propulsion system includes engines 11D82M and S5.120 for maneuvering purposes. Manufactured by TSSKB, COSMOS 2000 carries the payload of Oblik No. 386 (Priroda) and has a spherical design with a deployable cone.

Physical Characteristics

Length

Diameter

2.2

Span

Dry Mass

2655

Launch Mass

2655

Shape

Sphere + DCone

Radar Cross Section

Unknown

Visual Magnitude

Unknown

Color

Unknown

Material Composition

Unknown

Technical Details

Payload

Oblik No. 386 (Priroda)

Purpose

Reconnaissance, photo (film return type)

Mission

Reconnaissance, photo (film return type)

Manufacturer

TSSKB

Life Expectancy

Unknown

Bus

Oblik

Configuration

Zenit bus

Motor

11D82M; S5.120 (maneuver module)

Equipment

Unknown

Power System

Batteries

ADCS

Unknown

Transmitter Frequency

Unknown

Satellite Articles

View All Posts »

Learn more about satellites and other related topics.

Your Phone Already Talks to Space

SpaceX quietly built the world's largest 4G network without a single cell tower. Over 650 satellites now connect standard smartphones directly from orbit, and most people carrying compatible phones don't know the service exists.

X Report 7 Jun 2025

SpaceX successfully launched the SXM-10 satellite for SiriusXM and prepares for the Ax-4 mission to the ISS amid political tensions involving Elon Musk and President Trump.

Space Brief 17 Feb 2025

Today's brief covers the first astronaut with a disability preparing for the ISS mission, SpaceX’s recent Starlink launch, funding breakthroughs for satellite tech company K2 Space, and updates on the Artemis program's challenges.

X Report 30 Nov 2024

SpaceX executes dual Starlink launches and secures Dragonfly mission contract while managing NRO satellite deployment.

C-Band

The workhorse frequency band that quietly powers satellite communications, weather radar, and Wi-Fi around the world

Space Brief 17 Jan 2025

Today's brief covers developments involving Space Force officials, Sierra Space's satellite milestone, and Voyager Space's rebranding for national security focus. Additionally, we spotlight the Cosmos 447 satellite.

Space Brief 5 Jul 2025

Today's space highlights include China's first classified Shiyan-28B launch, Boeing's major satellite contract, new NASA budget allocations, and plans for shuttle Discovery's relocation.

SpaceX Eyes $1.75T Valuation in $75B IPO | KeepTrack X Report

SpaceX targets a $75B IPO valuing the company at $1.75T, as 50+ new Starlink satellites reach orbit via dual coast launches.