HIP 81261

HIP 81261 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Hercules.

Located approximately 288.9 light-years from Earth, HIP 81261 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 81261 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 81261 has an apparent magnitude of +7.95, 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 yellow hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.983.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,983

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +7.95
Magnitude Absolue 3,21
Distance 289 ly
Constellation Hercules

Position

Ascension droite 16h 35,83m
Déclinaison 40° 53,29′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 81261?
HIP 81261 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 81261 from Earth?
HIP 81261 is approximately 288.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 81261 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 7.95, HIP 81261 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 81261 in?
HIP 81261 is located in the constellation Hercules.