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Orion Telescopes & Binoculars SkyQuest XT8 Dobsonian
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Orion Telescopes & Binoculars SkyQuest XT8 Dobsonian

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  • Max Useful Magnification: x 480
  • Optical Diameter: 203 mm
  • Finderscope: Optical
  • Mount Type: Altazimuth
  • Motorized: No
  • Optical Design: Newtonians
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Orion Telescopes & Binoculars SkyQuest XT8 Dobsonian

This remarkable scope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with the optional IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank. It's like having your own personal tour guide to the universe!

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Pirich
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Simplicity, Quality, and Performance [Update 6/24/07]

byPirich Oct 5, 2001
34 Helpfuls 35 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 9 Comments
Pros Well made, great optics, beautiful views, incredibly inexpensive.
Cons Physical size, weight
Recommended it? Yes

The Orion XT8 Dobsonian Telescope shows what standing the test of time is all about. Except for minor modifications, these telescopes have remained unchanged since they were introduced, and have been standing up to use. Some have been all the telescope their users needed, while others have been a... Read full review »

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Orion Skyquest Intelliscope XT8

byjdlopez Jun 9, 2005
16 Helpfuls 17 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? 2 Comments
Pros Large Aperature, Sturdy Mount, Ease of setup and use. Price was right.
Cons Lack of tracking, Mount can't be set up directly on grass.
Recommended it? Yes

, as many have always had an interest in astronomy.† But this past year, I was talking to a co-worker and we got on the topic.† He explained how a couple of years back when Tasco's Miami facililty was leaving town how he had purchased a couple of gun sights and a Newtonian telescope that he... Read full review »

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Excellent value for such a powerful and versitile scope

bydavebenham Aug 8, 2007
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful? Comment
Pros Optics are excellent for the price, design is simple enough for even casual observers.
Cons Heavy and difficult for single person to transport. No serious astrophotography.
Recommended it? Yes

I purchased this scope used on Ebay several months ago. I've had half a dozen viewing sessions with it and I am absolutely delighted with this scope in nearly every way!

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First and foremost on this telescope is price. It's usually obtainable for around 300-400 dollars. There... Read full review »

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Product Details and Features

Product MPN

MPN 9986

Key Features

Max Useful Magnification x 480
Optical Diameter 203 mm
Finderscope Optical
Mount Type Altazimuth
Motorized No
Optical Design Newtonians
Focal Length 1200 mm

Miscellaneous

Product ID 20743273
UPC 410000065433
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