HIP 71253

HIP 71253 is a M-type (Red) star.

HIP 71253 lies approximately 19.8 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 19 years ago.

HIP 71253 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +11.32, HIP 71253 is a faint star that requires a telescope to observe. It is invisible to the naked eye and too dim for most binoculars. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.633.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale M Class M — M-type (Red)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,633

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +11.32
Magnitude Absolue 12,41
Distance 19.8 ly

Position

Ascension droite 14h 34,28m
Déclinaison -12° 31,17′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 71253?
HIP 71253 is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is HIP 71253 from Earth?
HIP 71253 is approximately 19.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 71253 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 11.32, HIP 71253 is not visible to the naked eye.