Eps TrA

Eps TrA

Eps TrA is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation Eps TrA.

Located approximately 201.7 light-years from Earth, Eps TrA resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Eps TrA is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.11, Eps TrA 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 +1.161.

Physical Properties

Spectral Class Class K — K-type (Orange)
Color Index (B−V) 1.161

Observation

Apparent Magnitude +4.11
Absolute Magnitude 0.15
Distance 202 ly

Position

Right Ascension 15h 36.72m
Declination -66° 19.02′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is Eps TrA?
Eps TrA is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is Eps TrA from Earth?
Eps TrA is approximately 201.7 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Eps TrA with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.11, Eps TrA is visible to the naked eye.