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HD 162468
K1III-IVOphiuchus
HD 162468 is a K1III-IV-type star located in the constellation of Ophiuchus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 510 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.19, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 87335.
Common NameHD 162468
HIP Catalog IDHIP 87335
ConstellationOphiuchus
Right Ascension17h 50m 43.6s
Declination+11° 56' 48"
Distance510 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.19
Absolute Magnitude+0.22
Color Index (B-V)1.25
Spectral ClassK1III-IV
Variable StarNo