HIP 6160

HIP 6160 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 2,038 light-years, HIP 6160 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 6160 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 6160 has an apparent magnitude of +8.50, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.059.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,059

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.50
Magnitude Absolue -0,48
Distance 2,038 ly

Position

Ascension droite 1h 19,01m
Déclinaison 28° 59,22′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 6160?
HIP 6160 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 6160 from Earth?
HIP 6160 is approximately 2,038.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 6160 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.50, HIP 6160 is not visible to the naked eye.