27 Vul

27 Vul

27 Vul is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 27 Vul.

Located approximately 317.6 light-years from Earth, 27 Vul resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.59, 27 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 -0.050.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.050

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.59
Absolute Magnitude 0.65
Distance 318 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 37.08m
Declination 26° 27.72′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 27 Vul?
27 Vul is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 27 Vul from Earth?
27 Vul is approximately 317.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 27 Vul with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.59, 27 Vul is visible to the naked eye.