71 Dra

71 Dra

71 Dra is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 71 Dra.

Located approximately 377.9 light-years from Earth, 71 Dra resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.71, 71 Dra 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 -0.043.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Color Index (B−V) -0.043

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.71
Absolute Magnitude 0.39
Distance 378 ly

Position

Right Ascension 20h 19.61m
Declination 62° 15.45′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 71 Dra?
71 Dra is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 71 Dra from Earth?
71 Dra is approximately 377.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 71 Dra with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.71, 71 Dra is visible to the naked eye.