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HD 40873
A7IIIAuriga
HD 40873 is a A7III-type star located in the constellation of Auriga. Sitting at a distance of approximately 440 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.39, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 28765.
Common NameHD 40873
HIP Catalog IDHIP 28765
ConstellationAuriga
Right Ascension6h 4m 29.1s
Declination+51° 34' 24"
Distance440 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.39
Absolute Magnitude+0.74
Color Index (B-V)0.20
Spectral ClassA7III
Variable StarNo