National Geographic Telescope AC 70/900 AZ-EQ MPM (48847)

The National Geographic AC 70/900 AZ-EQ MPM telescope is a versatile and user-friendly refractor designed for beginners interested in both astronomy and terrestrial observation. With a 70 mm aperture and a long 900 mm focal length, this telescope delivers sharp, high-contrast images of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. Its innovative MPM mount can be used in both azimuthal mode for land viewing and equatorial mode for tracking celestial objects, offering flexibility for various observing needs. The set comes complete with essential accessories, making it easy to start exploring the night sky or nature right away.

Optics:

• Type: Refractor

• Design: Achromat

• Aperture: 70 mm

• Focal length: 900 mm

• Aperture ratio (f/): 12.9

• Resolving capacity: 1.64

• Limiting magnitude: 11

• Light gathering capacity: 100

• Maximum useful magnification: 140x

• Tube construction: Full tube

Focuser:

• Type: Gear rack

• Eyepiece connection: 1.25"

Mount:

• Mounting type: Azimuthal (MPM mount, also supports equatorial mode)

• GoTo control: No

Tripod:

• Type: Tripod

Included Accessories:

• Finder scope: 6x25

• Polar wedge: Yes

• 1.25" eyepieces: 20mm, 12mm, 4mm

• Dew shield: Yes

• Deviating optics: 1.25", 90° star diagonal

• Erecting lens: Yes

• Slow motion cables: 2

• Planisphere: Included

Area of Application:

• Moon & planets: Yes

• Nebulae & galaxies: Yes

• Nature observation: Yes

• Astrophotography: No

• Sun: No (only with appropriate Sun filter)

Recommended for:

• Beginners: Yes

• Advanced users: No

• Observatories: No