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HD 51266
K0/K1IIIPuppis
HD 51266 is a K0/K1III-type star located in the constellation of Puppis. Sitting at a distance of approximately 176 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 6.24, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 33139.
Common NameHD 51266
HIP Catalog IDHIP 33139
ConstellationPuppis
Right Ascension6h 54m 2.3s
Declination-50° 36' 42"
Distance176 ly
Apparent Magnitude+6.24
Absolute Magnitude+2.57
Color Index (B-V)0.99
Spectral ClassK0/K1III
Variable StarNo