13 Vul

13 Vul

13 Vul is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 13 Vul.

Located approximately 334.5 light-years from Earth, 13 Vul resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +4.57, 13 Vul sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.047.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.047

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.57
Absolute Magnitude -0.48
Distance 335 ly

Position

Right Ascension 19h 53.46m
Declination 24° 4.78′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 13 Vul?
13 Vul is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 13 Vul from Earth?
13 Vul is approximately 334.5 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 13 Vul with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.57, 13 Vul is visible to the naked eye.