Craterra

Lunar Mountain

The Peak of Mons Cabeus

Rising above the lunar crust, Mons Cabeus extends across a diameter of 43 kilometers.

Feature Profile & Selenographic Data

Feature type
mons
Coordinates
83.67° S · 36.16° W
Diameter
43 km
IAU approval
2025/03/31 00:00:00
LAC quadrangle
LAC-144 · Amundsen

Geological Chronicle

Mons Cabeus is a prominent lunar mountain massif spanning a diameter of 43 kilometers. The elevation forms a major topographic feature in the surrounding highlands within the Amundsen region.

The mountain represents elevated crustal material associated with regional impact basin sculpting. The feature is cataloged by the International Astronomical Union at latitude -83.67° and longitude -36.16°.

Chronology & Exploration

  1. IAU Name Designated

    The International Astronomical Union officially designates the mountain.

Scientific Sources & References

Name Origin

Named from nearby crater Cabeus.

Interactive Lunar Surface

Explore Mons Cabeus in 3D

Inspect lunar elevation data and the official selenographic position.