| Abell 5 / Planetary nebula, type IV |
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| R.A. | 02h 52m 14.8s (2000.0) |
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| Dec. | +50°35' 54" (2000.0) |
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| Apparent Size | 2.1' |
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| Real Size | 3.3 light yrs. |
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| Magnitude | 16.0 |
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| Distance | 5400 light yrs. |
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| Other IDs | PK 141-7.1 |
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Abell 5 is an inconspicuous planetary nebula located in the northern part of Perseus. It can be found about 5.2 degrees west of α Persei (Mirfak).
With an apparent diameter of 2 arcminutes, it emits red Hα light and shows a slightly distorted, ring-like structure.
Its distance from the Solar System is estimated at 5400 light-years, giving it a true diameter of about 3.3 light-years, and it is considered to be a rather old planetary nebula.
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