3 Vul

3 Vul

3 Vul is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 3 Vul.

Located approximately 393.0 light-years from Earth, 3 Vul resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

3 Vul is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.22, 3 Vul 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 blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.119.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,119

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.22
Magnitude Absolue -0,18
Distance 393 ly

Position

Ascension droite 19h 22,85m
Déclinaison 26° 15,74′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 3 Vul?
3 Vul is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 3 Vul from Earth?
3 Vul is approximately 393.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 3 Vul with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.22, 3 Vul is visible to the naked eye.