NGC 1382 is a barred spiral galaxy located in the constellation Eridanus. It is approximately 60 million light-years away from Earth and has an apparent magnitude of around 12.5, making it faintly visible through telescopes. This galaxy is part of the NGC 1380 group and is characterized by its bright central bar structure and spiral arms. NGC 1382 is notable for its relatively low surface brightness, which makes it less prominent compared to other galaxies in the same region.