Allan Hills A81013

Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1981 · Antarctica

Key Takeaway

Allan Hills A81013 is a Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1981 in Antarctica . It has a recorded mass of 17.7 kg.

17.7 kg
Mass
Iron, IIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1981
Year

Details

NASA ID1973
Classification Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite)
Mass17.7 kg (39.1 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1981
Coordinates76.74756S, 158.84338E
Country Antarctica

Location

Mass Context

"17.7 kg — about the weight of a bowling ball"

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Allan Hills A81013?

Allan Hills A81013 is classified as Iron, IIAB (Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Allan Hills A81013 meteorite weigh?

The Allan Hills A81013 meteorite has a mass of 17.7 kg (39.1 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Allan Hills A81013 meteorite found?

The Allan Hills A81013 meteorite was found in Antarctica in 1981.

Same Classification

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