HIP 40866

HIP 40866 is a K-type (Orange) star.

Located approximately 563.3 light-years from Earth, HIP 40866 resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 40866 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.80, HIP 40866 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 +1.137.

物理特性

光谱类型 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 1.137

观测

视星等 +5.80
绝对星等 -0.39
距离 563 ly

位置

赤经 8h 20.35m
赤纬 20° 44.86′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 40866?
HIP 40866 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 40866 from Earth?
HIP 40866 is approximately 563.3 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 40866 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.80, HIP 40866 is visible to the naked eye.