Luyten's Star
Luyten's Star is a M-type (Red) star.
At a distance of approximately 12.4 light-years, Luyten's Star is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from Luyten's Star today left the star roughly 12 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.
Luyten's Star is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
Luyten's Star has an apparent magnitude of +9.84, 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 +1.573.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class M — M-type (Red) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.573 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +9.84 |
| Absolute Magnitude | 11.94 |
| Distance | 12.4 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 7h 27.41m |
| Declination | 5° 13.55′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is Luyten's Star?
Luyten's Star is a Class M — M-type (Red) star.
How far is Luyten's Star from Earth?
Luyten's Star is approximately 12.4 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Luyten's Star with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 9.84, Luyten's Star is not visible to the naked eye.