60 Her

60 Her

60 Her is a A-type (White) star located in the constellation Hercules. It carries the designation 60 Her.

Located approximately 133.3 light-years from Earth, 60 Her resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

60 Her is classified as a spectral class A star (A-type (White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +4.89, 60 Her 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 blue-white hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +0.125.

物理特性

光谱类型 A Class A — A-type (White)
色指数 (B−V) 0.125

观测

视星等 +4.89
绝对星等 1.83
距离 133 ly
星座 Hercules

位置

赤经 17h 5.38m
赤纬 12° 44.45′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 60 Her?
60 Her is a Class A — A-type (White) star.
How far is 60 Her from Earth?
60 Her is approximately 133.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 60 Her with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 4.89, 60 Her is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 60 Her in?
60 Her is located in the constellation Hercules.