M87

NGC 4486

Galaxy Good (51/100)

Elliptical

NGC 4486 Galaxy Vir Visible Level 3 Medium telescope (6-8") - Dark skies recommended

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Properties

Magnitude 8.6

Angular Size 7.1′ × 6.7′

Position Angle 153°

Galaxy Type Elliptical (E0)

Description

vB, vL, R, mbM, 3rd of 3; = M87

Position & Identifiers

RA 12h 30m 48.0s

Dec +12° 24' 00.0"

Constellation Vir

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