NGC 3256

Galaxy Good (46/100)

Barred Spiral

NGC 3256 Galaxy Vel Visible Level 4 Large telescope (10"+) - Dark skies recommended

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Properties

Magnitude 11.3

Angular Size 3.3′ × 2.3′

Position Angle 83°

Galaxy Type Barred Spiral (Sbc)

Description

cB, S, R, gmbM

Position & Identifiers

RA 10h 27m 48.0s

Dec -43° 53' 60.0"

Constellation Vel

Catalog NGC 3256

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