Alpha Tucanae
Overlaid DSS image of Alpha Tucanae, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around Alpha Tucanae
α Tuc
HD 211416, HR 8502, SAO 255193, HIP 110130
HD 211416, HR 8502, SAO 255193, HIP 110130
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 2.82 | Right Ascension | 22h 18' 30.0" (2000) |
| Declination | 60° 15' 35" S |
| Constellation | Tucana |
| Classification | K3III |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Oct 13, 2022 Kiwangala, Uganda (map)
8x42mm Nikon Prostaff 3S Binoculars @ 8x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 5 Moon: 0%
Brilliant orange, no companion noted
Andrew Cooper
Aug 27, 2022 Kaʻohe, Mauna Kea, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 127x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
Brilliant rich orange, no companion noted
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Alpha Tucanae