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HD 68161
B8Ib/IIVela
HD 68161 is a B8Ib/II-type star located in the constellation of Vela. Sitting at a distance of approximately 916 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 5.66, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 39919.
Common NameHD 68161
HIP Catalog IDHIP 39919
ConstellationVela
Right Ascension8h 9m 9.5s
Declination-48° 41' 4"
Distance916 ly
Apparent Magnitude+5.66
Absolute Magnitude-1.58
Color Index (B-V)-0.10
Spectral ClassB8Ib/II
Variable StarNo