HIP 86162

HIP 86162 is a M-type (Red) star.

At a distance of approximately 14.8 light-years, HIP 86162 is one of the Sun's closest stellar neighbors. Light that we observe from HIP 86162 today left the star roughly 14 years ago, making it a near neighbor in galactic terms.

HIP 86162 is classified as a spectral class M star (M-type (Red)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 86162 has an apparent magnitude of +9.15, 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 +1.505.