We Made This Scope for Kids, But Adults Can't Seem To Resist It, Either!
Without spending a fortune you can get a telescope that will not only satisfy the kids, but the kid in you! Our SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun!
The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models. Its 4.5" (114mm) mirror, housed in an enameled steel tube, gathers 260% more starlight than a 60mm refractor. More light means you can see a lot more celestial objects in greater detail.
In a review of low-cost beginner telescopes, Sky & Telescope (12/05) proclaimed the XT4.5 "The best of the bunch - a solid combination of optics and mechanics." Try it and see for yourself!
General Benefits
Use (Astro, Terrest or both): Astronomy
Benefit/Best for: General use
Optical Specifications
Type: Reflector
Diameter (Mirror or Lens): 114mm
Focal Length/ F Ratio: 910mm, f/8.0
Magnification (w/ included eyepieces): 36x, 91x
Highest theoretical magnification: 269x
Accessories & Additional Features
Eyepieces: Sirius Plössl 25.0mm, 10.0mm
Finder Scope: 6x26 Correct-image
Focuser: 1.25" Rack-and-pinion
Diagonal: N/A
Other included items: Collimation cap Eyepiece rack
Optional Electronic Drive: N/A
Other Features: CorrecTension system, Navigation knob, Integral carry handle
Physical Parameters
Mount type: Dobsonian
Tripod; Wood
Weight, assembled: 17 lbs. 10 oz.
Tube Length: 35.0 in.