Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ Equatorial Reflector Telescope with 2 Eye Pieces and Finder Scope

Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ Equatorial Reflector Telescope with 2 Eye Pieces and Finder Scope Looks and works like new Retails used for over $300 Brand new it is $400 The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ is a 130mm (5.1”) aperture Newtonian reflector telescope with a 650mm focal length (f/5), designed for both beginners and intermediate stargazers seeking wide-field views of celestial objects. It features a diffraction-limited parabolic primary mirror that ensures sharp, detailed images, especially important for short-focal-length designs, and includes thin 0.5mm metal vanes in the secondary mirror holder to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss. Optical and Mechanical Features: The telescope delivers bright, wide-field views ideal for observing deep-sky objects such as galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters, while also providing clear views of the Moon and planets. It is equipped with a 1.25” rack-and-pinion focuser, primarily made of plastic, though user reviews indicate it functions reliably. The optical tube is compact at 24 inches long, making it more portable than standard 130mm models, and the entire setup weighs approximately 28 pounds when assembled. Mount and Tracking: It rides on a German equatorial (EQ) mount, specifically an EQ2 model, which allows for manual tracking of celestial objects by adjusting the right ascension (RA) axis. The mount includes slow-motion hand controls for precise adjustments and dual setting circles, though these are considered too small and inaccurate for practical use beyond basic alignment. The tripod is made of adjustable tubular steel and includes an accessory tray for storing eyepieces and other gear. Included Accessories: The SpaceProbe 130ST comes with a 25mm (26x) and a 10mm (65x) Sirius Plossl eyepiece, a 2x Shorty Barlow lens that doubles the magnification of each eyepiece, and a red dot finder scope in newer models—replacing the older 6x30 achromatic finder—for easier target acquisition.

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