Pinnaroo

Mesosiderite-A4 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) · Found 1927 · Australia

Key Takeaway

Pinnaroo is a Mesosiderite-A4 (Stony-Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1927 in Australia . It has a recorded mass of 39.4 kg.

39.4 kg
Mass
Mesosiderite-A4
Classification
Found
Type
1927
Year

Details

NASA ID18827
Classification Mesosiderite-A4 (Stony-Iron Meteorite)
Mass39.4 kg (86.9 lbs)
Fall TypeFound (not observed)
Year1927
Coordinates35.38333S, 140.91667E
Country Australia

Location

Mass Context

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of meteorite is Pinnaroo?

Pinnaroo is classified as Mesosiderite-A4 (Stony-Iron Meteorite).

How much does the Pinnaroo meteorite weigh?

The Pinnaroo meteorite has a mass of 39.4 kg (86.9 lbs). About the weight of a bowling ball.

Where was the Pinnaroo meteorite found?

The Pinnaroo meteorite was found in Australia in 1927.

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