HIP 86558

HIP 86558 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Scorpius.

At a distance of roughly 1,305 light-years, HIP 86558 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 86558 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 86558 has an apparent magnitude of +8.60, 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 +1.507.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class K — K-type (Orange)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 1,507

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.60
Magnitude Absolue 0,59
Distance 1,305 ly
Constellation Scorpius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 41,32m
Déclinaison -33° 41,44′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 86558?
HIP 86558 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 86558 from Earth?
HIP 86558 is approximately 1,304.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 86558 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.60, HIP 86558 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 86558 in?
HIP 86558 is located in the constellation Scorpius.