BK MAK127 EQ3

BK MAK127 EQ3

The Sky-Watcher Maksutov-Cassegrains are the ultimate take-anywhere telescopes. They are also ideal if working space is limited. Despite their small dimensions they pack a powerful punch. Their High-Resolution, diffraction limited optical systems are multi-coated to maximize contrast and image sharpness. This Sky-Watcher Maksutov comes in apertures of 127mm, and is available either complete with equatorial mounts and tripods, or as tube assemblies only, which can be mounted onto a standard photographic tripod. Whether your requirement is for terrestrial or astronomical use, these compact scopes are the perfect companion.

  • Diameter/Aperture: 127mm
  • Focal Length: 1500mm
  • F/ratio: F/11.8
  • Highest Practical Power (Potential): 254x
  • Aluminum tube
  • Eyepiece Supplied (1.25"): 10mm & 25mm
  • Magnification (with eyepieces supplied): x150, x60
  • Diagonal Supplied 1.25”
  • Red Dot Finder Scope with bracket
  • German Equatorial Mount EQ3-2
  • Heavy Duty Steel Tripod with accessory tray
  • Pre-assembled tripod for convenient and quick assembly.
  • Counter Weight with steel shaft
  • RA & DEC slow motion manual control cables
  • Tripod Height: 71-123cm
  • Tripod Weight: 3.7Kg
  • Good resolution of the Moon, Planets, Nebula & Galaxies
  • Suitable for nature observation and astrophotography

Recommend for: Advanced

Optical Design

Maksutov-Cassegrains

Diameter / Aperture

127 mm

Focal length

1500 mm

Highest Practical Power

254x

Faintest Steller Magnitude

13.2

F/Ratio

F/11.8

Focuser Diameter

1.25"

1.25" Eyepiece

Super

1.25" Diagonal

90 deg 

Finderscope

Red Dot

Tube Weight

5kg (approx.)

Shipping Weight

8+15 kg

Shipping Dimensions

68x31x29 ; 89x45x27cm3