Boxhole
Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1937 · Australia
Key Takeaway
Boxhole is a Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1937 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 500.0 kg.
500.0 kg
Mass
Iron, IIIAB
Classification
Found
Type
1937
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 5126 |
| Classification | Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 500.0 kg (1,102.3 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1937 |
| Coordinates | 22.61667S, 135.2E |
| Country | Australia |
Location
Mass Context
"500.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Boxhole?
Boxhole is classified as Iron, IIIAB (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Boxhole meteorite weigh?
The Boxhole meteorite has a mass of 500.0 kg (1,102.3 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Boxhole meteorite found?
The Boxhole meteorite was found in Australia in 1937.
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