Draco Dwarf

Elliptical (E3) · 260,900 light-years

Draco Dwarf is an elliptical (E3) galaxy 260,900 light-years from the Sun, in Draco. Its light has travelled 260,900 years to reach us.

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Facts

TypeElliptical (E3)
Distance260,900 light-years (rgb)
Radius1,288 light-years
Absolute magnitude-8.74
ConstellationDraco
Position (J2000)RA 260.0040°, Dec 57.9094°

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).

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