For the ambitious planetary observer the Bresser Messier AR-152L is a dream machine. The large aperture of this refractor offers very impessive light gathering power resulting in extremely clear and sharp views of both Solar System objects and some smaller deep space targets too.

The AR152/1200 offers extremely good performance for both visual use and for astrophotography, and coupled with the EXOS-2 mount it provides the proper stable platform required for detailed observations of the Moon and Planets.

BRESSER EXOS-2 Equatorial Mount:
The EXOS-2 German Equatorial Mount is a long established, intermediate level mount designed to offer a sturdy platform for equipment weighing up to 13kg. While this is the non-computerised version of the mount, a conversion kit is available separately to upgrade it to provide full electronic tracking and GOTO functions also - Essential for long exposure Astrophotography

Telescope Spec:

• Optical design: Achromatic Doublet Refractor telescope
• Aperture: 152 mm
• Focal length: 1200 mm / f/7.9
• Maximum recommended magnification: x 406
• High-quality and light gathering achromatic objective lens
• Modern multi-coating of the lenses for a bright and high-contrast image
• Robust aluminium tube construction
• Very high quality Hexafoc focuser with 2.5" free inner diameter
• 8x50 viewfinder with crosshair eyepiece
• Optimised finder mount for comfortable viewing
• 31.7mm (1.25") zenith mirror
• Cradle rings with handle and integrated piggyback camera holder (1/4 thread)
• Smartphone adapter for celestial navigation included
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface (44mm universal dovetail for GP/EQ5/LXD75)
• 50.8 to 31.7mm adapter with integrated T2 adapter (optional T2 T-ring required if using a DSLR)

• Stable parallactic mount with fine drives on both axis.
• Ball bearings in both axis for more precise movements
• Stable height adjustable stainless steel tripod (Min. 69cm / Max. 109.5cm)
• Load capacity up to 13kg
• Circular bubble level for easy horizontal alignment
• Pole height scale for setting the latitude
• Scaled graduated circular rings to facilitate finding objects using a star atlas or planetarium software
• Tripod weight: 4.7 kg
• Mount weight: 5.6 kg (without counterweight)
• Total weight incl. counterweight: 14.8 kg
• Batteries: not included.

Whats Included:

• 152mm Refractor OTA
• 26mm Super Plössl eyepiece (1.25")
• 1.25" zenith mirror
• Integrated 31.7mm and T2 adapter
• Prism rail with stainless steel clamping surface
• Adapter for 50.8mm (2") eyepieces
• 8x50 optical viewfinder
• Rotatable Star Map
• Aperture solar filter
• Tube clamp with handle and camera holder
• Smartphone camera adapter
• Adjustable polar finder scope with optional illumination
• Astronomy PC software Stellarium (via download)
• Bresser EXOS-2 mount
• Stainless steel tube field tripod with accessory tray
• 2 x 4.5 kg counterweight

SAFETY NOTICE: Never look directly at the Sun through your Binoculars or Telescope - immediate and permanent eye damage may result. For Solar viewing please ensure you have a dedicated Solar Filter fitted correctly to your telescope.

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