“Zafar 2” is scheduled to be launched on 7 December 1403 (December 2024) from the Russian “Postochny” base, using the Russian Soyuz rocket, along with the Kawsar 1.5 and Paya satellites, in what is considered an important station in Iran’s space development path.

“Zafar 2” features multi-spectral color cameras with a resolution of 16 metres, a data storage and transmission system to link 256 ground sites, as well as space radiation measuring devices to study the effect of cosmic rays on electronic components.

The satellite aims to provide practical data in the fields of agriculture, water resources, crisis management, and urban planning, becoming an important step in enhancing Iran’s space capabilities and using them to develop vital sectors.

“Zafar 2” is Iran’s fourth satellite after Navid, Tadbir and Zafar 1, and it comes after a partial failure of the previous version. The new satellite is equipped with multi-spectral color cameras and an advanced data storage system, to provide practical information for agriculture, water, and crisis management, and reflects the maturity of Iran’s space capabilities.