LX85 6" f/4.1 Newtonian Astrograph w/AudioStar
[ME217011]

• 150mm (6") Newtonian Reflector
• 610mm (f/4.1) Focal Length
• GoTo German Equatorial Mount with 33 lb. Payload Capacity
• Features AudioStar™: 30,000+ Object-Database
• Vixen-Style Dovetail Receiver
• 26mm Super Plössl (1.25") Eyepieces INCLUDED
• 8x50 Optical Viewfinder with Crosshair INCLUDED

The LX85 Series 6" Newtonian Reflector Telescope has a parabolic primary mirror optical design and features a 6" (150mm) aperture, 610mm focal length, and f/4.1 focal ratio. This fast f/4.1 optical system provides spectacular wide-field images for the discriminating deep-sky observer and astrophotographer. Equipped with a 2" rack & pinion focuser and aluminum with SiO2 optical coatings. Includes one 1.25" Plossl eyepiece (26mm) and a viewfinder (8x50 optical with crosshair) along with a vixen-style dovetail. Assembled Product Weight: 45.5 lbs. Assembled Product Dimensions: 47.2" x 47.2" x 66".

Meade's new LX85 Series features a high-quality, portable, GoTo, German Equatorial Mount. The LX85 Series is the perfect choice for the cultivated observer and astro-imager looking to chase deep-sky objects! Use as a stand-alone mount or maximize your viewing potential with an array of different optical tubes. Meade's LX85 Series will keep you looking up for many years to come and sets a standard for mid-sized telescopes at a great price.

STURDY GOTO MOUNT
The LX85 mount features a vixen-style dovetail, for mounting optical tubes up to 33lbs, coupled with a sturdy build, that ensure smooth tracking performance. With it's included integer gearing in the motor drive, you’ll be able to track through long exposures using permanent periodic error correction (PPEC), another benefit for astrophotography. Seamlessly image the best parts of the night sky with not having to worry about performing a meridian flip. This stable mount can impressively handle slight load imbalances with ease. This mount includes an integrated autoguider port to readily connect to your autoguider camera, making your astro-imaging experience easy and straightforward.

AUDIOSTAR™ HAND BOX
With the included AudioStar™ hand controller, you have easy access to 30,000-objects, that you can view with a simple press of a button! AudioStar™ features a built-in speaker that plays educational content about the celestial objects you view!

SPECIFICATIONS

Manuals

• LX85 Series Manual