18 Peg
18 Peg
18 Peg is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Pegasus. It carries the designation 18 Peg.
At a distance of roughly 1,073 light-years, 18 Peg is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.
18 Peg is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
18 Peg has an apparent magnitude of +6.00, 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 hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.112.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class B — B-type (Blue-White) |
| Color Index (B−V) | -0.112 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.00 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -1.59 |
| Distance | 1,073 ly |
| Constellation | Pegasus |
Position
| Right Ascension | 22h 0.13m |
| Declination | 6° 43.05′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 18 Peg?
18 Peg is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 18 Peg from Earth?
18 Peg is approximately 1,072.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 18 Peg with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.00, 18 Peg is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 18 Peg in?
18 Peg is located in the constellation Pegasus.