HIP 61660

HIP 61660 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Centaurus.

At a distance of roughly 1,656 light-years, HIP 61660 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 61660 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 61660 has an apparent magnitude of +8.81, 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 +1.401.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,401

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.81
Magnitude Absolue 0,28
Distance 1,656 ly
Constellation Centaurus

Position

Ascension droite 12h 38,41m
Déclinaison -53° 4,60′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 61660?
HIP 61660 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 61660 from Earth?
HIP 61660 is approximately 1,655.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 61660 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.81, HIP 61660 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 61660 in?
HIP 61660 is located in the constellation Centaurus.