M 46 is an open cluster 5,470 light-years away, in Puppis: a family of stars born together that still travel together.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | NGC 2437, Melotte 75, Collinder 159, MWSC 1313, OCL 601, FSR 1241, FoF 587 |
| Type | Open cluster |
| Distance | 5,470 light-years |
| Radius | 36 light-years |
| Constellation | Puppis |
| Position (J2000) | RA 115.4455°, Dec -14.8435° |
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