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HD 85871
B1VVela
HD 85871 is a B1V-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 2,652 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.50, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 48469.
Common NameHD 85871
HIP Catalog IDHIP 48469
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension9h 53m 0.1s
Declination-55° 22' 24"
Distance2,652 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.50
Absolute Magnitude-3.05
Color Index (B-V)-0.14
Spectral ClassB1V
Variable StarNo