Eps Oct

Eps Oct

Eps Oct is a M-type (Red) star. It carries the designation Eps Oct.

Located approximately 290.7 light-years from Earth, Eps Oct resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Eps Oct is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.09, Eps Oct 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.276.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class M — M-type (Red)
Color Index (B−V) 1.276

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +5.09
Absolute Magnitude 0.34
Distance 291 ly

Position

Right Ascension 22h 20.03m
Declination -80° 26.38′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Eps Oct?
Eps Oct is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Eps Oct from Earth?
Eps Oct is approximately 290.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eps Oct with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.09, Eps Oct is visible to the naked eye.