Hickson 86

Sagittarius

Type
Compact Galaxy Group

HCG A

ESO 461-7

RA
19 52 08
DEC
-30 49 33

MAG 14.3
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HCG B

MCG -05-47-003

MAG 15.3
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HCG C

MCG -05-47-002

MAG 16.08
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HCG D

MCG -05-47-001

MAG 15.85
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I often ask myself what is a compact galaxy group doing in Sagittarius with all of its star cluster and planetary nebula but its there and a fine example of a compact galaxy group it is! At 315 MLY this group lies well past all the dust and nebula's of Sagittarius. This group is often overlooked with all the DSO's in the area. A good place to start is with M 55 as HCG 86 is just East of this showpiece. I have viewed this group with a 12" scope under dark skies before so it should be in reach for many here on DSF.

hick86.jpg

Also while you are in the area be sure to try for the challenging object Arp GC 2. This I also have seen in a 12".

Arp 2 GC

Ra
19 28 44
Dec
-30 21 20

"Give it a go and let us know!
Good luck and great viewing!"