HIP 6460

HIP 6460 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,416 light-years, HIP 6460 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6460 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6460 has an apparent magnitude of +7.97, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.431.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,431

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +7.97
Absolute Helligkeit -1,38
Entfernung 2,416 ly

Position

Rektaszension 1h 23,08m
Deklination -21° 7,63′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 6460?
HIP 6460 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 6460 from Earth?
HIP 6460 is approximately 2,416.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6460 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.97, HIP 6460 is not visible to the naked eye.