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Proper Name	None
Bayer Designation	k Orionis
Flamsteed Number	74 Orionis
HR (BSC)	2241
HD	43386
Constellation	Orion
Right Ascension	6h 16m 27s
Declination	+12° 16' 20"
Distance	64 light years 20 parsecs
Magnitude	Apparent: +5.0 Absolute: +3.6
Spectral Class	F5IV-V bright yellow subgiant
Optimum Visibility	January
Notes	k Orionis lies in the northeastern parts of Orion, among the stars representing the Hunter's upraised weapon. This is a triple system, with the main star is accompanied by two known companions, producing the composite spectral classification of a bright yelllow dwarf or subgiant.

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