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HD 159463
K0III-IVAra
HD 159463 is a K0III-IV-type star located in the constellation of Ara. Sitting at a distance of approximately 332 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.89, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86248.
Common NameHD 159463
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86248
ConstellationAra
Right Ascension17h 37m 27.3s
Declination-50° 3' 35"
Distance332 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.89
Absolute Magnitude+0.85
Color Index (B-V)1.11
Spectral ClassK0III-IV
Variable StarNo