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Rubin's Galaxy

Rubin's Galaxy spiral

Rubin's Galaxy, also known as the UGC 2885, is located in the constellation Perseus, and is best seen in winter.

Rubin's Galaxy is magnitude 13.5, is 232 million light-years away, and is 3.9' x 1.9' in size. For reference, the full moon is 30' (arc minutes) or 0.5° in size.

      1. Name:
      2. Rubin's Galaxy
      1. Alt Name:
      2. UGC 2885
      1. Type:
      2. spiral
      1. Magnitude (m):
      2. 13.5
      1. Distance (Mly):
      2. 232 Mly
      1. Size:
      2. 3.9' x 1.9''

    * One can see up to magnitude 7-8 objects with perfect eyes under ideal dark sky conditions.



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