Orion 8944 SkyQuest XT6 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
Brand: Orion
Categories: Electronics, Camera & Photo, Binoculars & Scopes, Telescopes, Reflectors


Perhaps the best beginner Dobsonian reflector telescope you can buy - big 6" aperture at an amazing price
A beginner may use a 60mm telescope for a few months or years before deciding they need to upgrade to a better telescope - a 6" Dobsonian will give you a lifetime of wonderful views
Simple navigation and no need to polar align makes this Dobsonian reflector telescope extremely ease to use for the whole family
The 6" diameter f/8 parabolic mirror is fantastic for Moon and planetary views, and also has enough light grasp for deep-sky viewing of nebulas, galaxies, and star clusters
The stable Dobsonian base provides a vibration free image even when viewing at a high powers, and features smooth enough motions to make tracking of celestial objects a breeze

Package Dimensions: 50.5 x 22.5 x 18.75 inches
Item Weight: 34.4 Pounds
Item model number: 8944
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No
Date First Available: November 1, 2003
Manufacturer: Orion
Brand: Orion
Eye Piece Lens Description: Plossl
Objective Lens Diameter: 150 Millimeters
Telescope Mount Description: Altazimuth Mount
Focus Type: Manual Focus
Finderscope: Reflex
Lens Coating Description: Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
Focal Length Description: 1200 millimeters