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Orion SkyQuest Classic Dobsonian Telescopes

The Orion SkyQuest XT Classic series Dobsonians by Orion Telescopes offer the biggest bang for the buck of any line of telescopes available, combining big aperture parabolic mirror optics with a solid mount, all at extremely affordable prices. Several texts describe the ideal beginner telescope as a six-inch Dobsonian, such as the Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic. The larger models, such as the Orion SkyQuest XT8 or XT10 Classic, represent some of the best values in telescopes available today.

Orion   StarBlast Astro Telescope
The StarBlast is a real reflecting telescope that will inspire youngsters' natural inclination to explore. This telescope is super-simple to use and yet manufactured with the kind of quality you'd expect in more expensive models.
$199.95
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Orion  StarBlast 6 Astro
Orion Telescopes has done their popular StarBlast 4.5 Astro Telescope one better. The StarBlast 6 boasts fully 73% more light-gathering area than its smaller counterpart, which means you will see fainter objects and tons more detail.
$279.95
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Orion SkyQuest  XT4.5
The Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Dobsonian Reflector was made for children, but adults can't seem to resist it either. The SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun!
$229.95
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Orion SkyQuest  XT6 Classic
As you run through the checklist of attributes you've heard are important in a good beginner's telescope, you realize that the classic SkyQuest XT6 meets all the criteria - in spades. Astronomy magazine called it "an excellent entry-level telescope.
$279.95
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Orion SkyQuest  XT8 Classic
The Orion SkyQuest XT8 combines powerful 8-inch optics with an unbelievably affordable price, making it one of the most popular telescopes in our store.
$329.95
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Orion Skyquest XT10 Classic
The Orion Skyquest XT10 Classic reveals details in deep-sky objects you never thought possible, all with the smooth point-and-view simplicity that SkyQuest XT Dobsonian telescopes are famous for.
$499.95
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Optical Specifications Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Classic Orion SkyQuest XT6 Classic Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Orion SkyQuest XT12 Classic
Type Newtonian Reflector
Diameter 4.5" / 114mm 6" / 150mm 8" / 203mm 10" / 245mm 12" / 305mm
Light Grasp not specified 27.4 square inches 50.2 square inches 78.5 square inches 113.2 square inches
Limiting Stellar Magnitude 12.1 12.7 13.3 13.8 14.2
Focal Length / Focal Ratio 910mm, f/8 1200mm, f/8 1200mm, f/5.9 1200mm, f/4.7 1500mm, f/4.9
Magnification (w/included eyepieces) 36X, 91X 120X 120X 48X, 120X 60X, 150X
Highest Theoretical Magnification 225X 360X 480X 600X 720X
Accessories & Features
Eyepieces Sirius Plossl 25mm, 10mm Sirius Plossl 25mm Sirius Plossl 25mm, 10mm
Finder 6x26 EZ Finder II reflex sight 9x50 Right Angle
Focuser 1.25" Rack-and-pinion 2" Crayford with 1.25" adapter
Other included items Collimation Cap, Starry Night Special Edition Software
Other Features CorrecTension system, Navigation knob, Eyepiece Rack CorrecTension system CorrecTension system, Navigation knob, Eyepiece Rack
Physical Parameters
Weight, Optical Tube 9 lbs. 13.5 lbs. 20.3 lbs. 28.9 lbs. 50 lbs.
Weight, Mount 8.5 lbs. 20.9 lbs. 21.3 lbs. 26.3 lbs. 33 lbs.
Weight, Fully Assembled 17.5 lbs. 34.4 lbs. 41.6 lbs. 55.3 lbs. 83 lbs.
Optical Tube Length 35 in. 45.5 in. 45.5 in. 47.8 in. 58.3 in.