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Celestron – AstroMaster 130EQ–MD Newtonian Reflector Telescope for Beginners – Aluminized Mirror – Motor Drive to Track Stars – Adjustable Tripod – Includes Eyepieces Plus Astronomy Software Package

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Features

  • POWERFUL TELESCOPE FOR ASTRONOMY BEGINNERS: The AstroMaster 130EQ-MD delivers sharp optics, a stable equatorial mount, motorized tracking, and easy operation, making it the top choice for beginners ready to explore the night sky.
  • HIGH-QUALITY 130MM OPTICS: Enjoy views through the 130mm (5) Newtonian reflector, which features high-quality aluminum and SiO2 coatings and enough light-gathering ability to view all the best celestial objects.
  • SMOOTH, ACCURATE POINTING: Effortlessly aim and center your target using the two slow-motion control knobs for right ascension and declination whether youre observing planets or deep-sky objects.
  • MOTOR DRIVE FOR AUTOMATIC TRACKING: Once centered, let the included RA motor drive take over to automatically follow celestial objects as they move across the sky keeping them perfectly in view without constant manual adjustments.
  • QUICK SETUP: With just a few key parts to assemble, you can go from box to backyard in minutesno tools required. The sturdy, adjustable tripod provides stable, comfortable viewing tailored to your height, perfect for adults or kids, standing or seated.
  • INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: 20mm eyepiece with built-in erect image corrector, 10mm eyepiece, motor drive, and a StarPointer red dot finderscope. You'll also receive a FREE download of one of the top-rated astronomy software programs.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.

Description

Discover the night sky with the Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ-MD, a powerful, beginner-friendly telescope designed for both planetary and deep-sky viewing. Its impressive 130mm (5.1") primary mirror gathers plenty of light, revealing views of Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, lunar craters, and distant galaxies like Andromeda. Aluminum and SiO₂ coatings boost brightness and contrast, delivering stunning clarity on every target. The sturdy German equatorial mount features slow-motion control knobs that let you make precise manual adjustments in right ascension and declination, perfect for smoothly centering and following objects. For even easier tracking, attach the included RA motor drive and let it automatically follow objects as they drift across the sky — no constant manual adjustments needed. Assembly is fast and frustration-free thanks to the simple design with just a few key parts; no tools are required. The adjustable full-height tripod ensures a stable base and can be customized for comfortable viewing for adults or kids, in a standing or seated position. The 130EQ-MD comes complete with essential accessories, including a 20mm eyepiece with built-in erect image corrector (providing 33x magnification), a 10mm eyepiece for higher-power 65x views, StarPointer™ red dot finderscope to help you quickly locate objects, and a free download of top-rated astronomy software Starry Night to help plan your stargazing sessions. Weighing just 17 lb (7.71 kg) fully assembled, this telescope is easy to move and set up in your backyard or at a dark-sky site. Backed by Celestron’s 2-Year Warranty and US-based technical support, the AstroMaster 130EQ-MD is the perfect choice for beginners eager to explore the wonders of the universe.

Brand: Celestron


Model Name: AstroMaster 130EQ-MD (Motor Drive) Telescope


Optical Tube Length: 21.7 Inches


Eye Piece Lens Description: 20mm and 10mm eyepiece


Objective Lens Diameter: 130 Millimeters


Telescope Mount Description: CG-3 Equatorial


Product Dimensions: 33"D x 33"W x 63"H


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Power Source: The Motor Drive is powered by one 9v alkaline battery


Finderscope: Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope


Eye Piece Lens Description: 20mm and 10mm eyepiece


Mount: CG-3 Equatorial


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Power Source: The Motor Drive is powered by one 9v alkaline battery


Finderscope: Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope


Compatible Devices: Not Obtainable


Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)


Coating: Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂


Focal Length Description: 650 millimeters


Field Of View: 1.3 Degrees


Dawes Limit: 0.89 Arc Sec


Zoom Ratio: 32.5


Additional Features: Motorized Tracking, High Aperture, Complete Accessory Kit


Optical-Tube Length: 21.7 Inches


Objective Lens Diameter: 130 Millimeters


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 33"D x 33"W x 63"H


Item Weight: 17 Pounds


Exit Pupil Diameter: 4 Millimeters


Brand: Celestron


Model Name: AstroMaster 130EQ-MD (Motor Drive) Telescope


Age Range Description: Adults


Global Trade Identification Number: 12


Manufacturer: Celestron Acquisition LLC


UPC: 050234310512


Manufacturer Part Number: 31051


Model Number: 31051


Warranty Description: TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY


Item Type Name: Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ MD Telescope


Built-In Media: 20mm eyepiece with built-in erect image corrector, Optical tube, Red-dot finderscope, Standard 10mm eyepiece, Tripod and mount (preassembled)


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


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    • Awesome telescope! For beginners
Style: AstroMaster 130EQ w MD
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Long but hopefully informative review. Honestly, this thing can be easy and can be a pain to assemble at the same time. The majority of it was honestly put together for me. I got it with the motor drive, which was already set on. I did still look up on YouTube on how to put it together because instruction manuals can only show so much. So if you want to I recommend looking up "Astro Tourgide". Epically if you're a beginner! The materials used with this feel pretty tough. Doesn't feel cheap at all. The starfinder little red dot wasn't the easiest to get aligned but you'll get it after a little time. The telescope will take time getting used to and is like anything else. Chances are you're not going to be perfect at it first time. For your first telescope, you can't go wrong. You will need to buy a Barlow lens for it, I went with a 2x Barlow lens. You'll also need to buy the planetary filters for it, if that's what you're trying to do. NOW FOR THE SOLAR FILTER! Check out "Thousand Oaks Optical". Please do NOT cheap out on the Solar Filter. Do NOT try to look at the sun without the filter or even with the end cap on the telescope. I don't know if they're all the same size tube, but from what I can tell, the solar filter would be 6.50". I haven't ordered it yet but I'm about to and will update this when I'm for sure. In the long run. If you're trying to find a telescope when you're just starting out, to me this would be a good one to choose. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 2, 2022 by Scott
    • Good Starter Telescope, Great Upgrade
Style: AstroMaster 130EQ w MD
Great first reflector, I have two refractors. EQ mount will require practice if you have never used one. Good laser dot spotter scope, take the time to align it at higher magnification. Alignment wheels cannot be locked, I secure with tape after aligning. Invest in zoom and Barlow lenses; eliminates need to swap lenses while learning the telescope, and doubles your magnification. Motor drive is good, but don't use it until after you learn the telescope. You will want to upgrade the other lenses eventually, start researching early. This is a great hobby I am finally getting back in to. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 4, 2023 by Dwayne Hopkins
    • Not bad -- motor is practically useless, though
Style: AstroMaster 130EQ w MD
Pros: * Once it's set up, it produces some nice imagery. The views are relatively clear. * If you set up the red dot finder correctly (YouTube it), you can find pretty much any major star you could see easily with the naked eye. Don't expect anything more, though. * Price -- If you're using this review to determine whether to purchase one, understand: You get what you pay for. The value you get with the imagery for this price range is hard to beat. Period. Please understand that before you read the cons. Cons: * The tripod is shaky. I rate it a 3/10. It's not stable at all, and even with shock absorbers on the feet, you basically have to use this scope hands-off or it's unusable. * EQ mount. To be fair, it's a true EQ mount. However, the engineering quality on the mount is poor. If you want to aim it, you have to manually point it in the right direction. To fine tune it, you can use the RA fine-adjustment knob, but the other knob only works with limited travel. I haven't had a chance to study it and figure out where the bind is, but there's simply too much play to make it useful. I rate it 2/10. * The motor. The motor's mounting location severely restricts how you can turn the scope. Plus, when you have the motor on, you can't use the fine adjustment knob, rendering the ability to fine tune the sighting so the motor can do it's thing useless. Final thoughts: * If you're not imaging, don't get this model. Get the regular AstroMaster 130EQ. It's a great scope, but the motor is not good on this mount / tripod setup. * If you ARE imaging, don't do like I did and get the camera adapter and think you can just go and take great pictures. It's impossible for this stand/mount to balance a SLR. The mount is too unstable / low quality to hand-hold. Go with a lightweight camera -- either amscope or celstron, or get a webcam adapter. * You'll have to fine-tune the red-dot to use it. It took me several sessions before I figured out how to set it properly, and even then, it was more luck than skill. * To really get the most out of this scope, you'll need to buy some better optics. I bought a Barlow 3x and love it. Celestron has some accessory kits, so do some research. If you're really worried about the $$ of upgrading the optics, I think you'd have a hard time buying a reflector scope out of the box that's any better without spending $500. For this price range, it's a decent starter scope. My wife and I like it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 13, 2014 by PilotGuy

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