
Description
Meade's LightBridge Plus Telescopes have a modern, sleek design that incorporates a no-tool assembly build. These telescopes have a large light-gathering capability to provide bright, clear images when viewing deep-space objects such as galaxies, nebulae, planets and much more. If you've ever wanted a large aperture telescope bu were unable to have the ability to move it around on your own, Meade's LightBridge Plus Telescopes are here to make it practical. The redesigned Dobsonian Base has a no-tool assembly and provides improved stability. Includes premium features such as roller bearings, a hand-adjustable variable tension brake for smooth and stable movement, and a mounted eyepiece holder that can carry an array of eyepieces for your convenience. The LightBridge Plus Series Telescopes contains an upgraded 2 inch, 2-speed Rack and Pinion Focuser. The Rack & Pinion design includes a 10:1 fine focus knob for precise focusing and includes a vernier scale with millimeter markings on the drawtube to assist with focusing accuracy. The LightBridge Plus Series provides high-quality Meade optics, ultra portability, and remarkable performance for one affordable price. Get the aperture you've always wanted and open the doors to a whole new universe with Meade's LightBridge Plus.
Specifications
Aperture | 16" (406mm) |
Focal Length / f/Ratio | 1829mm, f/5 |
Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
Primary Mirror/Secondary Mirror | Aluminum coated with SiO2, Mounted on adjustable mirror holder |
OTA Fan | 12V fan powered by 8 AA batteries (user supplied) |
Truss Tube Material | Aluminum |
Extension Tube | 2" Extension tubeb with compression ring, includes 1.25" adapter |
Dec Brake | Variable friction brake |
Focuser | 2", 2-speed (10:1) Rack & Pinion Focuser with Vernier Scale |
Viewfinder | Metal Red-dot Viewfinder with Dovetail bracket |
Eyepieces | 2" Series 4000 26mm Eyepiece |
Software | Meade AutoStar Suite Astronomer Edition DVD |
Assembled OTA Weight/Dimensions | 72 lbs, 19.3" x 67" |
Upper Cage Weight/Dimensions | 11 lbs, 19.3" x 10.6" |
Lower Cage Weight/Dimensions | 58 lbs, 14.4" x 11.4" |
Truss Tube Weight/Dimensions | 1 lb, 35.4" x 3.4" x 1.8" |
Base Weight/Dimensions | 72 lbs, 33.3" x 24.8" |
Assembled Product Weight/Dimensions | 144 lbs, 73.5" x 33.3" |

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