Gamma Scuti

      γ Scuti
      Observation data
      Epoch J2000.0      Equinox J2000.0
      Constellation Scutum
      Right ascension 18h 29m 11.9s
      Declination −14° 33′ 57″
      Apparent magnitude (V) +4.67
      Distance 291 ± 24 ly
      (89 ± 7 pc)
      Spectral type A1IV/V
      Other designations
      HR 6930, HD 170296,
      SAO 161520, HIP 90595

      Gamma Scuti (γ Sct, γ Scuti) is a star in the constellation Scutum.

      Gamma Scuti is a white A-type subgiant with an apparent magnitude of +4.67. It is approximately 291 light years from Earth.

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      Last modified on 27 April 2013, at 17:27