HIP 87266

HIP 87266 is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Sagittarius.

HIP 87266 is an extraordinarily remote star, situated approximately 326,156 light-years from Earth.

HIP 87266 is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 87266 has an apparent magnitude of +8.96, 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.262.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) 0,262

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +8.96
Magnitude Absolue -11,04
Distance 326,156 ly
Constellation Sagittarius

Position

Ascension droite 17h 49,92m
Déclinaison -17° 18,84′

Questions fréquentes

What type of star is HIP 87266?
HIP 87266 is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is HIP 87266 from Earth?
HIP 87266 is approximately 326,156.0 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 87266 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.96, HIP 87266 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 87266 in?
HIP 87266 is located in the constellation Sagittarius.