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HD 157661
B8VAra
HD 157661 is a B8V-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 636 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.28, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 85389.
Common NameHD 157661
HIP Catalog IDHIP 85389
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension17h 26m 52.0s
Declination-45° 50' 35"
Distance636 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.28
Absolute Magnitude-1.17
Color Index (B-V)-0.06
Spectral ClassB8V
Variable StarNo