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Meade LightBridge 10 in. Deluxe (600 x 254mm) Telescope

$599.00 to $600.00



It's not just a big telescope. It's a big telescope that goes anywhere. New LightBridge truss-dobs from Meade take down and set up quickly. So you can take one of these massive windows on the universe out to your favorite dark sky locations with ease. LightBridge dobs give you high quality Meade optics, premium components, and ultra portability - all for about the same price as an ordinary tube dob. So get a LightBridge truss-dob. And prepare to cross the universe.Minimize

Manufacturer:Meade Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN10050502
Optical Design   Newtonians
Optical Diameter254 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1270 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 600
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedNo
UPC709942503036


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meade, lightbridge, 10, in., deluxe, 600, x, 254mm, telescope,

Celestron NexStar 114 SLT 31143 (270 x 144mm) Telescope

$220.00 to $399.00



The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope! And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.Minimize

Manufacturer:Celestron Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNNEXSTAR114SLT
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter144 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1000 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes
UPC050234311434


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celestron, nexstar, 114, slt, 31143, 270, x, 144mm, telescope,

Meade ETX-80AT-TC (270 x 80mm) Telescope

$245.00 to $276.00



All of the major planets except Pluto are easily observable through Meade's brand-new 80mm (3.1) achromatic refractor telescope. You can study Saturn and its ring system; the primary cloud belts of Jupiter and its 4 major satellites; the Moonlike phases of Mercury and Venus; and much more.

Manufacturer:Meade Product MPNKey Features
MPN3052005
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter80 mm
Finderscope   Optical
Focal Length400 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes


Tags:

meade, etx-80at-tc, 270, x, 80mm, telescope,


Tasco 49060700 (60 x 700mm) Telescope


For those who want to experience astronomy but not get too committed, the Tasco Spacestation 60AZ may be the perfect scope for the first.


Meade A 114EQ-ASTR Telescope


Captures more light for brighter images and greater detail, Includes two 1.25" eyepieces MA9 mm. and MA25 mm., Includes Reddot projection viewfinder for easy acquisition of guide stars while starhopping for celestial targets, Amazing planetarium software and Instructional Video teaches you the night sky and how to use your telescope, 42Hx34Wx30DMinimize


Meade LXD75 SN-8 AT (08047502) (500 x 203mm) Telescope


Meade LXD75 SN8-AT UHTC is an 8 inch Schmidt-Newtonian reflector type telescope with 812mm focal length and fast f/4 aperture and Meade Ultra High Transmission Coating, for 20% more image brightness over its non-UHTC sister model.


Celestron AstroMaster 114 AZ (50 x 114mm) Telescope


Designed for the novice user, the Celestron® AstroMaster™ 114 AZ telescope features a alt-azimuth mount with a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion perfect for watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature or checking out your favorite star or planet. The compact, portable design with ample optical performance will excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.Minimize