| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 6.559 | Right Ascension | 5h 21' 46.5" (2000) |
| Declination | 24° 46' 23" S |
| Constellation | Lepus |
| Classification | A2/3 |
Andrew Cooper
Oct 11, 2023 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 136x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
HD 35163 is the 6th magnitude companion visible 3" east if the 5th magnitude yellow HD 35162, 36' southwest of M79
Gaia EDR3 data reveals the pair HD 35162 / HD 35163 to be a binary with comparable proper motions, the 9th magnitude listed as C in WDS seen 1' east is a background star
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