Tres Castillos
Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) · Found 1992 · Mexico
Key Takeaway
Tres Castillos is a Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) meteorite that was found in 1992 in Mexico . It has a recorded mass of 150.0 kg.
150.0 kg
Mass
Iron, ungrouped
Classification
Found
Type
1992
Year
Details
| NASA ID | 24047 |
| Classification | Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite) |
| Mass | 150.0 kg (330.7 lbs) |
| Fall Type | Found (not observed) |
| Year | 1992 |
| Coordinates | 29.47N, 105.8W |
| Country | Mexico |
Location
Mass Context
"150.0 kg — about the weight of an adult person"
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of meteorite is Tres Castillos?
Tres Castillos is classified as Iron, ungrouped (Iron Meteorite).
How much does the Tres Castillos meteorite weigh?
The Tres Castillos meteorite has a mass of 150.0 kg (330.7 lbs). About the weight of an adult person.
Where was the Tres Castillos meteorite found?
The Tres Castillos meteorite was found in Mexico in 1992.
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