Star HD 74371
HD 74371, also known as LN Vel and HIP 42679, is a massive blue supergiant star located approximately 5444 light-years from the Sun. It is a hot, luminous object characterized by a temperature of 13700 K and a radius of 73 times that of the Sun.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the HD 74371 system from the Sun?
The HD 74371 system is 5445 light years or 1,669.3 parsecs from the Sun.
What galaxy is the HD 74371 star in?
The HD 74371 is in the Milky Way galaxy just like the Sun.
How many stars are in the HD 74371 system?
The HD 74371 is a single star, there are no other known stars in the system.
What type of star is the HD 74371?
The star HD 74371 is a Blue hypergiant star.
What temperature is star HD 74371?
The star HD 74371 has an effective temperature of 13700 K. Find out more about the temperature of stars in
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