Celestron AC 70/900 Astromaster 70 EQ Telescope

This telescope is an excellent choice for beginners, boasting exceptional craftsmanship and superior optical quality that delivers sharp, high-contrast images. Equipped with a red dot finder permanently mounted for easy object location and a 1.25" rack and pinion focuser for smooth focus adjustments, it ensures a seamless observing experience. Suitable for both natural and terrestrial viewing, as well as lunar and planetary observation in astronomy, it can be assembled within minutes without tools or specialized knowledge.

The Celestron CG-2 mount:

Designed for telescopes weighing up to approximately 3kg, this parallactic mount features setting circles on both axes for precise manual adjustments via flexible slow motions. While the declination axis may be slightly less robust than the right ascension axis, it offers fine adjustments for sensitive tuning. The adjustable tubular steel tripod provides stability and vibration-free support, with an accessory tray for convenient storage of essential items.

Included in the package:

• Celestron AC 70/900 OTA with 70mm aperture and 900mm focal length
• 20mm and 10mm (1.25") eyepieces
• Red dot finder
• 90° Amici prism (1.25")
• Dovetail mounting rail

Included with the mount:

• CG-2 parallactic mount
• Adjustable tubular steel tripod
• Accessory tray

Specifications:

Optics Type: Refractor

Build Type: Achromat

Aperture: 70mm

Focal Length: 900mm

Aperture Ratio: f/12.9

Resolving Capacity: 1.64 arc seconds

Limit Value: 11 magnitude

Light Gathering Capacity: 100

Max. Useful Magnification: 140x

Tube Length: 910mm

Tube Construction: Full tube

Focuser Type: Gear rack

Connection to Eyepiece: 1.25"

Mount Type: CG-2

Mounting Type: Equatorial

GoTo Control: No

Tripod Type: Tripod

Material: Steel

Included Accessories: 1.25" eyepieces (20mm, 10mm), 1.25" 90° Amici prism, Red dot finder

Total Weight: 8.16kg

Series: Astromaster

Area of Application: Moon & Planets, Nature Observation

Nebulae & Galaxies: Not recommended

Astrophotography: No

Sun: Not recommended (Only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for: Beginners

Advanced: No

Observatories: No