HIP 117473

HIP 117473 is a M-type (Red) star.

HIP 117473 lies approximately 19.5 light-years from Earth, placing it within the Sun's local stellar neighborhood. This relatively short cosmic distance means the light reaching us today departed the star only about 19 years ago.

HIP 117473 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117473 has an apparent magnitude of +8.98, 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 +1.460.