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Eltanin
K5III33Gam Dra · Draco
Eltanin is a K5III-type star located in the constellation of Draco. Sitting at a distance of approximately 154 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.24, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 87833.
Common NameEltanin
Bayer Designation33Gam Dra
HIP Catalog IDHIP 87833
ConstellationDraco
Right Ascension17h 56m 36.4s
Declination+51° 29' 20"
Distance154 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.24
Absolute Magnitude-1.13
Color Index (B-V)1.52
Spectral ClassK5III
Variable StarNo