Kap Gru

Kap Gru

Kap Gru is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Kap Gru.

Located approximately 364.0 light-years from Earth, Kap Gru resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Kap Gru is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.37, Kap Gru sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.453.

الخصائص الفيزيائية

النوع الطيفي K Class K — K-type (Orange)
مؤشر اللون (B−V) 1,453

الرصد

القدر الظاهري +5.37
القدر المطلق 0,13
المسافة 364 ly

الموضع

المطلع المستقيم 23h 4,66m
الميل -53° 57,89′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Kap Gru?
Kap Gru is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Kap Gru from Earth?
Kap Gru is approximately 364.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Kap Gru with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.37, Kap Gru is visible to the naked eye.