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HD 160950
K2Hercules
HD 160950 is a K2-type star located in the constellation of Hercules. Sitting at a distance of approximately 427 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.36, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 86501.
Common NameHD 160950
HIP Catalog IDHIP 86501
ConstellationHercules
Right Ascension17h 40m 37.5s
Declination+43° 28' 14"
Distance427 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.36
Absolute Magnitude+0.78
Color Index (B-V)1.20
Spectral ClassK2
Variable StarNo