66 Eri

66 Eri

66 Eri is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 66 Eri.

Located approximately 308.9 light-years from Earth, 66 Eri resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.12, 66 Eri 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 -0.059.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.059

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.12
Absolute Magnitude 0.24
Distance 309 ly

Position

Right Ascension 5h 6.76m
Declination -4° 39.31′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 66 Eri?
66 Eri is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 66 Eri from Earth?
66 Eri is approximately 308.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 66 Eri with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.12, 66 Eri is visible to the naked eye.