Sh 2-48

Sh 2-48 is a diffuse nebula in Scutum. It is often overlooked due to proximity to the much more famous Eagle Nebula.^[2]

Right ascension18^h 19^m

Declination−14° 36′ ″

Distance3838^[1] pc

ConstellationScutum

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Sharpless 2-48

Nebula
Observation data: epoch
Right ascension	18h 19m
Declination	−14° 36′ ″
Distance	3838[1] pc
Constellation	Scutum
Designations	RCW 162, Gum 82, LBN 64
See also: Lists of nebulae

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The open cluster Kronberger 25 is in the direction of the nebula, however it is likely a foreground object.^[3]