And III is an elliptical (E6) galaxy 2.48 million light-years from the Sun, in Andromeda. Its light has travelled 2.48 million years to reach us.
Fly there in 3D| Also known as | KK 5 |
| Type | Elliptical (E6) |
| Distance | 2.48 million light-years (rgb) |
| Radius | 995 light-years |
| Absolute magnitude | -9.30 |
| Constellation | Andromeda |
| Position (J2000) | RA 8.8875°, Dec 36.4978° |
The light you see left 2.5 million years ago, when earlier kinds of human were making stone tools. At the speed of light, crossing its 1,990 light-years takes as many years.
In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).