Pluto is not a planet, it's a dwarf planet. And even though it's sometimes the furthest object from the Sun, it's not *always* the most distant object in the solar system. Here's why:

* Pluto's orbit is highly elliptical: Unlike planets with nearly circular orbits, Pluto's path around the Sun is elongated. This means it gets much closer to the Sun at times and further away at other times.

* Neptune's orbit is closer to circular: Neptune's orbit is more circular, so it maintains a relatively consistent distance from the Sun.

* Crossing paths: Because of Pluto's elliptical orbit, it actually crosses Neptune's path. For a period of about 20 years every 248 years, Pluto is actually closer to the Sun than Neptune!

So, while Pluto might be the most distant object from the Sun at times, it's not a consistent champion. Neptune usually holds the title for being the most distant planet in our solar system.