Leo Triplet

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Leo Triplet

๐ŸŽฏ Target: M66 Group

๐Ÿ“… Date: 20 Maggio 2026

๐Ÿท๏ธ Category: Galaxies

๐Ÿ“ Location: Milano

โš™๏ธ Acquisition Setup

  • ๐Ÿ”ญ Optics: William Optics RedCat 61
  • ๐Ÿ“ธ Sensor: ASI 585MC AIR
  • โฑ๏ธ Exposure: 75,0 min
  • โšก Gain: 150

Processing Notes

The M66 Group, famously known as the Leo Triplet, is a captivating collection of interacting spiral galaxies that offers a stunning target for astrophotographers. Comprising M65, M66, and NGC 3628, this celestial trio showcases a beautiful range of galactic forms and gravitational interactions. Capturing the delicate spiral arms of M65 and M66 alongside the dramatic dust lane of NGC 3628 provides a truly rewarding challenge, revealing the dynamic dance of galaxies across cosmic scales.

โ€ข Type: Galaxy Group
โ€ข Constellation: Leo
โ€ข Distance: 35 million light-years
โ€ข Magnitude: 8.9 (for M66, the brightest member)