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HD 159926
K5Hercules
HD 159926 is a K5-type star located in the constellation of Hercules. Sitting at a distance of approximately 435 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.40, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86130.
Common NameHD 159926
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86130
ConstellationHercules
Right Ascension17h 36m 8.1s
Declination+28° 11' 6"
Distance435 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.40
Absolute Magnitude+0.77
Color Index (B-V)1.37
Spectral ClassK5
Variable StarNo