Kuma (HIP 85829), a orange giant star in Stars

Kuma (HIP 85829) is a orange giant star (kA3hF1mF0) in Stars, 99 light years from Earth at magnitude 4.86.

Ashland Astronomy Studio October 3, 2026 Star

Kuma (HIP 85829)

Kuma is a orange giant star in the constellation Stars. At 99 light years away, it shines at an apparent visual magnitude of 4.86. Galactic velocity: 27.6 km/s. Galactic orbit: 24,100 32,071 light years from galactic center.

Sky position: RA 17h 32m, Dec +55° 10.4'

Spectral type: kA3hF1mF0

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