The Kepler-127 System
3 planets
Lyra
Kepler-127 is a planetary system in the constellation Lyra hosting 3 confirmed exoplanets, about 1,151 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-127
Kepler-127: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-127
- Surface temperature
- 6,106 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Radius
- 1.36 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-127: 1.116–2.610 AU (conservative: 1.414–2.474 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 3 Planets in the Kepler-127 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-127 b | Super Earth | 14 d | 1.40 R⊕ | 0.29 | 2014 |
| Kepler-127 c | Mini Neptune | 29 d | 2.66 R⊕ | 0.24 | 2014 |
| Kepler-127 d | Mini Neptune | 49 d | 2.64 R⊕ | 0.26 | 2014 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-127 b, was discovered in 2014 using the transit method.
- 2014 — Kepler-127 b (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-127 c (Transit)
- 2014 — Kepler-127 d (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-127
How many planets does Kepler-127 have?
Kepler-127 has 3 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-127 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-127 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-127?
Kepler-127 is about 1,151 light-years from Earth in the constellation Lyra.