This telescope is made for use on flat surfaces like a tabletop. It is small and portable. It has a huge advantage over the bigger telescopes because you can easily take it camping or hiking under the dark skies, even without a car. So, despite the small size, it will show you much more under the dark skies than bigger telescopes near the city. Another great feature is that the Meade ETX 60 is equipped with a computerized mount and hand controller, so you don’t need to know the position of the objects in the night sky. This makes a great beginner scope. 

Specifications of the Meade ETX 60AT Astro telescope

Specification ETX-60AT

Optical design Achromatic Refractor

Clear aperture 60mm (2.36”)

Focal length 350mm

Focal ratio (photographic speed) f/5.8

Near focus (approx.) 15 ft. (4.6m)

Resolving power 1.9 arc secs

Multi-coatings on objective lens Standard

Limiting visual stellar magnitude (approx.) 11.2

Image scale 4.1°/inch

Maximum practical visual power 200X

Optical tube dimensions (dia. x length) 9.3cm x 30.4-37.1cm

Please note: this is a previously owned, secondhand vintage piece. As an older item, it will show normal wear. Please look at all photos closely.

This is a heavy item and it is expensive to ship well protected. Free local pick up is available.

Includes everything shown in pictures.  Requires 6 AA batteries