HIP 87406

HIP 87406 is a A-type (White) star.

Located approximately 542.7 light-years from Earth, HIP 87406 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87406 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87406 has an apparent magnitude of +8.41, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.164.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,164

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.41
Absolute Helligkeit 2,30
Entfernung 543 ly

Position

Rektaszension 17h 51,75m
Deklination -4° 13,88′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 87406?
HIP 87406 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 87406 from Earth?
HIP 87406 is approximately 542.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87406 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.41, HIP 87406 is not visible to the naked eye.