28 Vul

28 Vul

28 Vul is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 28 Vul.

Located approximately 522.7 light-years from Earth, 28 Vul resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.06, 28 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 -0.133.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.133

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.06
Absolute Magnitude -0.96
Distance 523 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 38.53m
Declination 24° 6.96′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 28 Vul?
28 Vul is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 28 Vul from Earth?
28 Vul is approximately 522.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 28 Vul with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.06, 28 Vul is visible to the naked eye.