Celestron Astromaster 130EQ-MD (Motor Drive)

Track objects in the sky with the slow motion controls. Click here for a larger image.

Twinkle Twinkle Little Star

There are estimated to be at least 70 sextillion (7 x 1022) stars in the observable universe and with the nearest one after the sun being 39.9 trillion kilometers away it is difficult to discover and appreciate their true celestial beauty without the help of a high quality telescope.

Wish Upon a Star

If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" steel tube legs provides a rigid and stable platform. Motion is controlled by a high quality CG3 Equatorial mount with motor drive for accurate motion control.

Built-on StarPointer finderscope helps to align and accurately locate objects. Click here for a larger image.

The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.

This model includes the motor drive for automatic tracking.

StarPointer for Easy Spotting

With the permanently mounted StarPointer and erect image optics, the Astromaster is ideal for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. the StarPointer makes it much easier to locate the objects you want to view, so you can then enjoy the close-up view through the scope. It also features a motor driven German Equatorial mount with setting circles - to accurately locate and track sky objects, all shown in crisp clear detail thanks to the all coated glass optics.

Motorised Mount

This model includes a motorised mount to make tracking objects in the sky. With the touch of a button, the motorised mount can carefully change the direction your telescope is pointing in.

Light-weight computerised mount with a quick-release base. Click here for a larger image.

Simple Set-up

Quick and easy to set up using the quick release dovetail attachment with no tools required, the telescope also comes complete with a deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of all your accessories, a rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25” steel tube legs as a sturdy, rigid viewing platform for much improved images, and The Sky Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images to help you achieve the best star gazing experience from your scope and see everything you want to see. It’s out of this world.

About Celestron

An award-winning legacy brand for over 50 years, Celestron has grown to become the world's leading telescope maker, and enjoys brand-name recognition among serious amateur astronomers for superior optics, outstanding design, and innovative technology. Celestron also develops a wide range of exciting products and technologies that enhance the science, outdoor and educational markets. At Celestron, we strive to inspire a sense of wonder, knowledge and fun in our customers and throughout our company.

Which Celestron telescope is right for me?

	Celestron Astromaster 70AZ	Celestron Astromaster 114EQ	Celestron Astromaster 130EQ	Celestron Astromaster 130EQ-MD (Motor Drive)
Features
Optical Design	Refractor	Refractor	Newtonian Reflector	Newtonian Reflector
Motor Drive				Yes - Included
Aperture	70 mm (2.76 in)	114 mm (4.49 in)	130 mm (5.12 in)	130 mm (5.12 in)
Weight (lbs)	18 lbs (8.16 kg)	17 lbs (7.71 kg)	28 lbs (13 kg)	24 lbs (11 kg)
Angular Field of View (deg)	1.1 °	1 °	1.5 °	1.5 °
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds)	58 ft (18 m)	53 ft (16 m)	79 ft (24 m)	79 ft (24 m)
Optical Coatings	Fully Coated	Aluminum	Aluminum	Aluminum
Focal Length (mm)	900 mm (35 in)	1000 mm (39 in)	650 mm (26 in)	650 mm (26 in)
Focal Ratio	13	8.77	5	5
Eyepiece 1 (20mm) Magnification	45 x	50 x	33 x	33 x
Eyepiece 2 (10mm) Magnification	90 x	100 x	65 x	65 x
Mount	Altazimuth	CG-2 Equatorial	CG-3 Equatorial	CG-3 Equatorial
Highest Useful Magnification	165 x	269 x	307 x	307 x
Lowest Useful Magnification	10 x	16 x	19 x	19 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude	43	65	73	73
Resolution (Rayleigh)	1.99 arc seconds	1.22 arc seconds	1.07 arc seconds	1.07 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes)	1.66 arc seconds	1.02 arc seconds	0.89 arc seconds	0.89 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power	100 x	265 x	345 x	345 x
Optical Tube Length	914 mm	508 mm	610 mm	610 mm