61 Her
61 Her
61 Her is a M-type (Red) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 61 Her.
Located approximately 749.8 light-years from Earth, 61 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
61 Her is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
61 Her has an apparent magnitude of +6.19, 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 red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.467.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.467 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +6.19 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -0.62 |
| Distance | 750 ly |
| Constellation | Hercules |
Position
| Right Ascension | 17h 3.50m |
| Declination | 35° 24.84′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 61 Her?
61 Her is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is 61 Her from Earth?
61 Her is approximately 749.8 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 61 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.19, 61 Her is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 61 Her in?
61 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.