Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian Telescope (08946)

Introducing the Orion Skyquest XT10: A Powerful Telescope for Astronomy Enthusiasts

The Orion Skyquest XT10 is an impressive Newtonian telescope featuring a main mirror diameter of 254 mm and mounted on a Dobsonian base. Designed to provide exceptional observation experiences, this telescope offers high-quality images for exploring objects within our Solar System, such as the Moon with its craters, Jupiter with its perfectly visible stripes and four moons, Mars with its caps during favorable opposition, Saturn with its mesmerizing ring system and the visible Cassini gap, the phases of inner planets, the shields of Uranus and Neptune, numerous asteroids, and even the occasional comet. Additionally, it allows for the observation of double and multiple stars, variable stars, and the wonders of the deep cosmos, including nebulae, galaxies, open clusters, and spherical clusters. Over the years, this telescope has consistently been recommended for advanced sky observers due to its specific parameters and outstanding performance.

The Dobsonian mount, which accompanies the Orion Skyquest XT10, is a simple and cost-effective telescope assembly that excels in visual observations as well as plane spotting. Its design enables quick setup in the desired area of the sky. The mount is manually controlled, allowing movement in both the azimuthal (horizontal) and vertical (height) axes.

This offered telescope package provides everything needed to embark on observations from day one, including all necessary accessories.

Technical Specifications:

• Optical System: Newtonian telescope (reflector)
• 254 mm lens diameter
• Focal Length: 1200 mm
• F-ratio: f/4.7
• Optical Quality: Diffraction-limited
• Mirror Shape: Rotating paraboloid
• Mirror Glass: Borosilicate with low coefficient of thermal expansion
• Tube Material: Steel
• Stellar Magnitude Range: 14.7 mag
• Resolution: 0.46 seconds of arc
• Minimum Useful Magnification: 36x
• Maximum Useful Magnification: 500x
• Intended Use: Observing and photographing planets, observing brighter nebular objects
• Mount: Dobsonian, wooden base
• Bearings/Pads: PTFE, UHMW
• Focuser: 2" Crayford
• Accessory Compatibility: 1.25" and 2"
• Optical Tube Length: 121.4 cm
• Optical Tube Weight: 14 kg
• Mount Weight: 10.3 kg
• Total Telescope Weight Ready for Observation: 24.3 kg

Included Equipment:

• 5x24 EZ Finder II hybrid optical and projection finder
• Orion Sirius Ploessl 25mm 1.25" eyepiece (48x)
• 2" Crayford Focuser

Warranty:

The Orion Skyquest XT10 comes with a 1-year warranty.

With the Orion Skyquest XT10, astronomy enthusiasts can embark on a captivating journey through the celestial wonders. Its powerful optics, user-friendly assembly, and comprehensive accessory package make it an excellent choice for both seasoned and aspiring astronomers. Start exploring the night sky with the Orion Skyquest XT10 and unlock the mysteries of our universe.