HIP 87862

HIP 87862 is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules.

Located approximately 518.5 light-years from Earth, HIP 87862 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 87862 is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87862 has an apparent magnitude of +8.25, 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 +0.271.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse A Class A — A-type (White)
Farbindex (B−V) 0,271

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +8.25
Absolute Helligkeit 2,24
Entfernung 519 ly
Sternbild Hercules

Position

Rektaszension 17h 56,91m
Deklination 25° 12,68′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 87862?
HIP 87862 is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is HIP 87862 from Earth?
HIP 87862 is approximately 518.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87862 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.25, HIP 87862 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87862 in?
HIP 87862 is located in the constellation Hercules.