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M46 NGC 2437

TYPEOpen Cluster
CONSTPuppis
MAG6
Star Hop
Imaging Reference
NGC 2437
Object Data

The NGC 2437 is a open cluster in the constellation Puppis, located about 5,400 light-years from Earth. With an apparent size of 24.0' and a magnitude of 6, it is best observed during winter.

Under dark skies, this object is considered Easy to observe with small amateur telescopes.

Type
Open Cluster
Constellation
Puppis
Distance
5400 ly
Size
24.0'
Season
Winter
Difficulty
Easy
Magnitude
6
Altitude Profile (24h)
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